Month: January 2015

Headcount meeting in DFW

The following information is a result of our meeting in DFW on upcoming Headcount changes across the system for 2015. Dates and timelines are not specific but I expect the changes to take place sooner rather than later. Line Ops Headcount: AMT +156 MCT +48 MLS +107 Line OPS Breakdown: Add Headcount Reduce Headcount ATL +2…

Letter from Lombardo and Pantoja on the TWU-IAM Association. Jan. 29,2015

To All American Airlines/US Airways Mechanic & Related, Fleet and Stores Employees: Brother and Sister TWU/IAM Members: We expect the National Mediation Board will finally soon issue its ruling affirming that American Airlines and US Airways are operating as a single carrier for the purpose of employee representation. TWU and the IAM jointly petitioned the…

Update Regarding the AA Equity Distribution Plan Lawsuits

In September, the Court dismissed the Demetris complaint because it failed to allege sufficient facts to state a claim for breach of the duty of fair representation. But the court granted the plaintiffs one more chance to amend their complaint to try to plead allegations sufficient to state such a claim. The plaintiffs then filed…

TWU Express: Winter 2013, Vol.67 No.1

TWU Express Contents PAGE 2 President’s Column PAGE 5 #DenyNAI Campaign Update PAGES 6–9 2014 Midterm Election Analysis & 2015 Legislative Agenda PAGES 10–11 Cross-Division Ebola Safety Task Force PAGES 14–15 TWU Brings Home Top Contracts at SEPTA and National Grid PAGES 16–17 Union Committees Amp Up Advocacy Work PAGE 18 ExpressJet Workers Proud to…

January 23, 2015 – Disputed Claims Reserve update

Dear Brothers and Sisters: American plans to make another distribution of shares to unsecured creditors from its Disputed Claims Reserve (DCR). The DCR holds shares set aside for resolution of certain claims in the bankruptcy proceedings. When American prevails or settles such claims, shares initially held aside for those claims can be distributed. Once again…

591- Union Files Four-­Count Lawsuit Against American Airlines, Inc. In The United States Court Of The Northern District Of Illinois Alleging Violations Of The Railway Labor Act.

To the Membership, Yesterday, your Union filed a four-­count lawsuit against American Airlines, Inc. in the United States Court of the Northern District of Illinois alleging violations of the RailwayLabor Act.  The lawsuit was prompted by Local 591’s concern that our members are being pressured into practices that violate Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs), put their A&P licenses at risk, and jeopardize…

Meetings to begin in February to solidify contract language.

The TWU International is putting together a meeting of all local presidents this February. The intent of this gathering is to bring together all the contract language that is so important to this membership. All locals have been working on their local’s wish lists and have been sending them to TWU International AA Representative, David Virella.…

Range of Training Workshops Empower Locals, Sharpen TWU Representation Skills

    The International Administrative Committee believes firmly that consistent, effective member representation is the bedrock of TWU’s success — and is committed to empowering and strengthening our locals. That begins with getting all of our elected officers the training and information they need in order to deliver for members.   With over a dozen…

Response to the 4% Wage Increase excluding the TWU

January 12, 2015 Mr. Robert Isom Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer American Airlines Group 4333 Amon Carter Boulevard, MD 5608 Fort Worth, TX 76155 Dear Mr. Isom: This letter is prompted, initially, by your Christmas Eve call to me announcing that American has the money in its coffers to grant a 4% wage…

Tulsa Ice Oilers 2015 season – 500 vouchers per game.

There are 12 remaining home games. We are allowed 500 tickets per game. Four (4) tickets per person. Vouchers can be redeemed at the BOK ticket counter or the Oiler Office. We will be announcing the Voucher Location and availability as we receive them. They will be made available on a “First Come First Serve” basis. DATE  TEAMS     TIME…