Dear Retiree: As we’ve moved forward with restructuring, we’ve made meaningful progress in addressing our challenges and beginning to position the new American Airlines for a stronger future. One of the remaining areas we must address is company-paid medical benefits and life insurance for retirees. In the next few days, we will propose to the…
Month: July 2012
Retiree Questions & Answers: AMR Bankruptcy – 7-6-2012
Added 7/6/2012 Q. What does it mean that American Airlines has made a proposal to the Retiree Committee? By making a proposal to the Retiree Committee, American Airlines has commenced the process to negotiate about changes in retiree medical and life insurance benefits for retirees. Added 7/6/2012 Q. Why is American Airlines making a proposal…
Protect Yourself
With summer now here, it is important to educate yourself on the following health risks that are typically associated with summer. With a little bit of prevention, you can enjoy a fun and safe summer. 1. Sun Damage Prolonged exposure to the sun can lead to the development of skin cancer which is the most…
AMR Bankruptcy Update for July 3, 2012
Today, TWU Stores and Maintenance and Related negotiators met again with the Company. While the talks were intense, critical information was needed by the TWU teams before any final decisions could be made. That information is still pending. AA indicated it would have the data to the union’s experts as soon as possible. Once the information…
AMR Bankruptcy Update for July 2, 2012
TWU Maintenance and Related and Stores negotiators met with the Company today at FSU. Both sides continue to try and reach consensual agreements. There was some positive news last week when the Company lowered its ask for APA. The TWU groups will meet with Company representatives again tomorrow. We will keep you posted as soon…
Shop Stewards Meeting, July 9th, 2012
Shop Stewards Meeting Date …………………….. Monday, July 9, 2012 Time …………………….. 7:15 AM | 11:45 AM | 3:45 PM Place ……………………..TWU Hall 11929 East Pine Street Agenda: General Discussions Mike McDonald Vice President Shop Stewards Meeting Bulletin – July 9, 2012 in PDF
AMR Request another extension to “Exclusivity” Period, from September 27, 2012 to December 27, 2012
AMR stated that the unsecured creditors agree to support the three month extension to AMR’s exclusive right to offer a restructuring plan. Judge Lane, is expected to rule on this request the first week in July. AMR spokeswoman Missy Cousino said that the company’s turnaround plan is gaining momentum and that creditors were “expressing confidence in…
American Airlines – Special Update “Me Too” Clause, June 30, 2012
The full description of the Fleet Service “me too” document signed by President Little is available here. The full documentation is being distributed to the TWU Locals and additional information will be posted in future updates. View the Fleet Service “me too” document