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AA Association Update: American Airlines Is More Focused On Litigation, Not Negotiating the Contract Our Members Deserve
Posted OnMay 30, 2019 byMay 30, 2019 As was said earlier, our negotiations with American are not only important for our members, but for the whole airline industry. The Company is currently near the top of their outsourcing of work maximums established through bankruptcy. Our fight on SCOPE is simple, we are fighting for our members’ seniority to improve…Read More…
AA Association Update: American Airlines Unions Stand Strong, Association Thanks Union Affiliates for Their Support
Posted OnMay 29, 2019 byMay 29, 2019 On behalf of the TWU-IAM Association, we would like to take this opportunity to express our sincere gratitude to The Association of Professional Flight Attendants (APFA), The Allied Pilots Association (APA) and The International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT) for their letters of support in our contract negotiations fight with American Airlines. Our…Read More…
TWU Fights Against Toxic Cabin Air
Posted OnMay 29, 2019 byToday, the TWU sent letters to the House and Senate encouraging our federal elected officials to cosponsor the Cabin Air Safety Act of 2019. This legislation would directly address fume events and toxic air onboard our aircraft. When aircraft engines or air compressors malfunction, flight attendants and other airline workers can be exposed to unhealthy, harmful air that can cause…Read More…
Working Women’s Committee Convenes in Dallas
Posted OnMay 29, 2019 byThe TWU Working Women’s Committee met in Dallas, Texas, May 20-22. The meeting was hosted by Local 513.Read More…
WATCH NOW: President Samuelsen Takes Contract Fight to AA President Isom’s Face
Posted OnMay 23, 2019 byTWU President Samuelsen Takes Contract Fight to AA President Isom’s Face from TWU International on Vimeo.Read More…
The TWU Wishes You a Safe & Happy Memorial Day
Posted OnMay 23, 2019 byThe TWU is always thankful for all the hard work our members perform every day. This weekend, we’re especially grateful for our members who have served in the military, and we will take a moment to honor the sacrifices they made. Memorial Day is an opportunity to remember our heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice….Read More…
How Safe is the Cabin Air You’re Breathing? The TWU Launches Toxic Cabin Air Campaign
Posted OnMay 23, 2019 byThe TWU launched the first stages of its latest campaign, fighting for the safety of aviation workers and the flying public. The International created a committee consisting of members from the Air and Transit, Universities, Utilities and Services Divisions, along with industry experts. As usual, the TWU is leading the charge with our Toxic Cabin…Read More…
AA Association Update: The Association Asks NMB to Force American to Bargain
Posted OnMay 22, 2019 byMay 22, 2019 Brothers and Sisters, The TWU-IAM Association today submitted a letter to the National Mediation Board (NMB) requesting they compel American Airlines to fulfill their obligation to bargain with The Association. American management has tried to circumvent your negotiating committee by filing a lawsuit, misrepresenting the facts to Congress and trying to negotiate…Read More…
TWU-IAM Association Responds to American Airlines Lawsuit
Posted OnMay 21, 2019 byWASHINGTON, May 21, 2019— The TWU-IAM Association today issued the following statement in response to American Airlines’ request for an injunction against the Association: “It is unfortunate that American Airlines has chosen to abandon negotiating with its employees and instead go straight to federal court. The airline is frustrated with the Association for refusing to…Read More…
2019 Michael J. Quill Scholarship Winners: 50th Anniversary Drawing
Posted OnMay 17, 2019 byEstablished in 1969, the Michael J. Quill Scholarship Fund provides 15 scholarships worth $4,800 to college-bound dependents of TWU members. It is paid out every year in the amount of $1,200 to winners who continue to be eligible over their four-year course of study. The money is paid directly to the recipient’s accredited college or…Read More…