Soon after American Airlines filed Chapter 11, Local 514 set the wheels in motion to ensure the Tulsa Maintenance Base did not become a casualty. We reached out to our community, we set up a website (isupportamericanjobs.com) and we contacted our community leaders and elected officials. Many of our coworkers and family members stepped up…
Month: April 2012
Woodward Oklahoma Tornado Victims, Tulsa Collection
As with all disasters,Local 514 wants to step up and help out those hit by this weekends tornado’s in Woodward Oklahoma. Today, 4-16-2012 we have asked your Shop Steward to start a monetary collection in their areas for donations to the Woodward Oklahoma tornado victims. This money will need to be delivered to the Hall by 12:00 Noon…
Joint AA Labor Statement, April 14th, 2012
We appreciate the concern for the well-being of American Airlines and its employees that many have made public today. As the elected leaders of the three major work groups at our company, we share their concerns. That is why we are working diligently to ensure that American Airlines can grow, flourish and compete. We are…
AMR Bankruptcy Updates for April 13, 2012
Last night the company informed the TWU Negotiating Committees representing AMT and Related and the Fleet Groups, that they would not have any counter proposals available until next Wednesday and Thursday. As of today, the company has not provided the TWU with the needed documents they requested. TWU International Representative Jose Galarza informed the company that the TWU…
Thinking of Retiring?
Please contact Local 514’s Retirement Counselor Mark Loeber for details. Contact details are listed below: Mark Loeber TWU, Local 514 Retirement Counselor 9175 S. Yale Ave. Suite 200 Tulsa, Oklahoma 74137 918-491-0079
United Health-Care Lawsuit
This is what we know. We know that checks have been coming to members at an average amount of $160 dollars. We also know that there was only $350,000 to be given to all claimants. What we do not know is how many people will receive any money from the lawsuit. The Transport Workers Union…
Should I Go to the Emergency Room?
Many times the emergency room (ER) is the right choice. But did you know your doctor can treat many of the same problems you might go to the ER for — and seeing your doctor can save you time and money. If your doctor is unavailable, there are other lower-cost alternatives to the ER. Here’s…
Tool Box Drawing for Hershel Stanley
The family of Hershel Stanley is raffling off his tool box. Due to his illness, Mr. Stanley will no longer be able to use his box and his family could use the money. On Monday, April 9, 2012 Local 514 gave Shop Stewards tickets to sell to the membership to help raise money for Hershel…
Legislative Update: April 13, 2012
House Bill 2155 by Steele creates the “Oklahoma Employee Injury Benefit Act.” This bill allows corporations with excessive claims to opt-out of workers’ compensation, which would drive up costs for corporations that do not have that option. We oppose this bill. It was voted from committee on 4-3-12 and will most likely be heard on 4-17-12. Click here to view a comparison of…
The American Workplace
Hard working TWU members keep American Airlines and American Eagle operations going every day – rain or shine. In spite of AMR’s bankruptcy and the company’s latest filing to abrogate AA’s labor contracts, TWU members continue to perform as airline professionals, doing their best for our passengers every day, 24-7. The TWU video, [youtube_video id=”3uF8g8nzwyM”]…