In The News
TWU, Lawmakers Push for Aircraft Maintenance in America, Not China, To Protect Fliers & U.S. Jobs
Posted OnOctober 23, 2023 byFor Immediate Release Contact: Pete Donohue, PDonohue@twu.org | Jonna Huseman, jhuseman@twu.org New York City – Airlines are increasingly having planes fixed, overhauled, and maintained by lower-skilled workers in less-secure facilities in South America and Asia. This upward trend increases the risk of a potentially catastrophic mechanical failure – and takes away jobs that can, and should, be done by better qualified American…Read More…
Statement in support of The Transit Emergency Relief Act
Posted OnOctober 18, 2023 byWashington, DC – John Samuelsen, International President of the Transport Workers Union, issues this statement in support of the Transit Emergency Relief Act: “We’ve all seen the horrific impact major weather events and natural disasters have on our transit systems. Stations flooded with grimy rainwater, damaged tracks and other impaired infrastructure make travel impossible for…Read More…
22 Years Later: The TWU Remembers
Posted OnSeptember 11, 2023 byAs our nation marks the 22nd anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks, the TWU pauses to remember those whose lives have been lost or forever altered by these horrific events—including many of our own members. Today we honor our union members across all of our industries who, in the face of uncertainty and adversity,…Read More…
TWU Statement on FAA Nominee Michael Whitaker
Posted OnSeptember 7, 2023 byFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Jonna Huseman, jhuseman@twu.org Washington, DC — John Samuelsen, International President of the Transport Workers Union, issues this statement in response to President Biden nominated Michael Whitaker for FAA Administrator: “As the largest airline union in the U.S. with members in nearly every frontline job across 17 carriers and multiple airline contract…Read More…
Happy Labor Day from the TWU
Posted OnSeptember 1, 2023 byThis Labor Day, TWU members are reflecting on the true meaning of this holiday, including the sacrifices of working people who came before us, and the continued fight to ensure dignity, safety, and respect in the workplace. Watch the video below. Happy Labor Day from the TWU. Read More…
Local Officers Network, Strategize, and ‘Seize the Moment’ at Joint President Council Meeting
Posted OnAugust 23, 2023 byHundreds of local officers representing all three divisions of the TWU gathered in Atlanta this week for the second annual Joint President Council Meeting. Hosted by Air Division Director Andre Sutton, Railroad Division Director John Feltz, and TUUS Division Director Willie Brown, the meeting allowed member leaders from across the union to network, celebrate victories,…Read More…
Decision to Expand Robotaxi Operations in San Francisco Underscores Need for Federal Oversight
Posted OnAugust 11, 2023 byDecision to Expand Robotaxi Operations in San Francisco Underscores Need for Federal Oversight John Samuelsen, International President of the Transport Workers Union of America, issues this statement in response to a decision by the California Public Utilities Commission to expand robotaxi operations in San Francisco: “It is glaringly clear that the California Public Utilities Commission,…Read More…
Transportation Technology Campaign Newsletter #14
Posted OnAugust 4, 2023 byIf you see or hear about new technologies or services, please send us an email, TransportationTech@twu.org TWU to House Committee: Autonomous Vehicles Legislation Must Prioritize Safety & Union Jobs TWU International President John Samuelsen told the House Energy and Commerce Committee that the union will “work against” legislation that “fails to properly regulate autonomous vehicles, preserve…Read More…
The TWU Wins Two Major Victories for Fleet Service Agents, Stores, and the Maintenance & Related membership at American Airlines
Posted OnAugust 3, 2023 byWashington, DC — The TWU, in our partnership with the IAM, (The Association), is pleased to announce significant victories in two highly contested arbitration cases against American Airlines for fleet service agent, stores, and the maintenance & related memberships. Ratified joint collective bargaining agreements (JCBAs) for these workgroups came under attack when American Airlines management…Read More…
The TWU Applauds Passage of the House FAA Reauthorization Bill
Posted OnJuly 20, 2023 byFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 19, 2023 Contact: Jonna Huseman, jhuseman@twu.org The TWU Applauds Passage of the House FAA Reauthorization Bill “The Securing Growth and Robust Leadership in American Aviation Act delivers on decades of overdue promises from Congress to TWU members. This pro-worker FAA reauthorization will make our national air space safer, improve the working conditions…Read More…