If hard work were such a wonderful thing, surely the rich would have kept it all to themselves. Lane Kirkland AFL-CIO President (1979-1995)
Month: August 2014
Travel Changes that will take effect September 2014
The next phase of changes to our non-rev travel program will occur on two dates – Sept. 10 and Sept. 15 – so we can properly load and test updates in the systems. Additional details, Q&As, instructions and video guides are available on Jetnet and Wings, but feel free to use this overview as a…
2014 Henryetta Labor Day Parade and Marching Band Contest
Join us on Monday, September 1, 2014 for the 2014 Henryetta Labor Day Parade and Marching Band Contest. The Parade and Marching Band Contest begin at 10:00am on Main Street in Henryetta, OK. FREE BREAKFAST Come early (7:00am – 9:00am) and TWU, Local 514 will buy your breakfast at the Chair Crushers Grill, 10029 Old…
TWU Files Fed. Comments Opposing Norwegian Air
President Lombardo recently submitted two sets of federal comments in opposition to the Norwegian Air application at US DOT. Copies are attached. The US Department of Transportation is considering an application for a foreign air carrier permit submitted by Norwegian Air. This application clearly threatens to undercut labor standards both in the U.S. and in…
Note from Local 514 President Dale Danker
Brothers and Sisters, Your Local 514 Officers have been reviewing the LUS- IAM contract and comparing it to our contract. They have highlighted the benefits and language that would have a positive impact as well as the negative on all title groups represented. There are many questions and concerns about the process on how to…
What’s Ahead for Legacy American Airlines Agents, Reservation Representatives, Flight Attendants, Planners and TWU-Represented Employees
Eligibility Dependent eligibility for dental and vision coverage is changing to match medical eligibility. This means you will be able to extend dental and vision coverage for your dependent children up to age 26. Medical Options You can choose from the Standard, Core and Value Options for 2015. Changes to the way the options work…
American Declares Stock Dividends
All members who still hold AAL shares will receive a $0.10 per share dividend. If they have provided Computershare with direct deposit information (either by selling shares or when they signed up) they will receive the dividend funds by direct deposit. If they have not provided direct deposit information, they will receive a physical check…
UNIONS REPRESENTING U.S. FLIGHT ATTENDANTS CALL ON DOT TO SUPPORT ESTABLISHED LABOR STANDARDS AND DENY NAI
Washington, DC –The Association of Flight Attendants-CWA (AFA), the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM), and the Transport Workers Union (TWU) called on the Department of Transportation (DOT) to reject an application for a foreign air carrier permit submitted by Norwegian Air International (NAI). In comments filed yesterday, the unions, representing over 80,000…
Regular Membership Meeting – Monday, August 25, 2014
Monday, August 25, 2014 Time 7:15 AM 11:45 AM 3:45 PM 11:30 PM Place TWU Hall 11929 East Pine Street Agenda Regular Order of Business. Discussion and Vote on sponsorship of the “911 Ride For Freedom” August 2014 Membership mtg in PDF
DFW Realignment
Effective September 26th 2014 the 777 B-Check will relocate from DFW to MIA. Both MIA and DFW will coordinate the realignment of their respective stations to adjust/accommodate the move. There are 75 mechanics, and 4 Crew Chiefs associated with the 777 B-Check here in DFW. There will be no involuntary furloughs in DFW as a result…