Published 03 Feb, 2012
On Wednesday Feb. 1, AMR announced their restructuring plan, a plan that deals a heavy blow to nearly 9,000 TWU members working at American Airlines.
As for American Eagle’s restructuring, the company was short on specifics saying, “due to fleet uncertainty we have not finalized our plan as of now.” The fleet uncertainty is attributed to contractual articles being addressed in AAs bankruptcy.
They are:
• Allied Pilots Association Scope clause – aircrafts number of seats
• TWUs cap on available seat miles (ASMs)
Eagle’s Chief Executive Officer Dan Garton said their reorganization plan would have to lag AAs bankruptcy because of this. Eagle expects to have proposals ready to pass in 2-3 weeks.
Cathy McCann VP of Eagle’s People Department stated that Eagle must become best in class and more competitive to survive regardless of the fleet they wind up with. Many questions remain on Eagles future as a standalone carrier or staying the primary feeder for AA operations.
Regardless, TWUs action plan is in full operation. We need you to join us. We all realize that this is the most critical time in our member’s lives and their careers. Be assured that we are taking all actions possible to protect your job, your wages and benefits.
Our action plan includes:
• Members mobilization, communication and outreach to business communities
• Political and civic leader involvement, locally and nationally
• External national media communications plan
• Nationally recognized legal counsel specialized in 1113 airline bankruptcy
• A team of leading labor attorneys
• Expert economists and financial advisors to review AMRs balance sheet
The TWU recognizes the anxiety and fear caused by the bankruptcy filing. We are counting on your support to rally your coworkers, friends and family members. You can help us get the message out – AMRs plan is devastating to working families and our communities. We will continue to update you via the web site, texts and email blasts.
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