Month: March 2015

NMB Process Plods Along

The National Mediation Board (NMB) yesterday requested additional information from the TWU/IAM Association relating to our request for a determination of Single Carrier Status (SCS). Specifically, the NMB asked for documentation related to both American Airlines and US Airways Simulator Technicians. This request is evidence the NMB is actively engaged in processing the Association’s SCS…

Electronic Transfer and Bid System Changes Effective Sat. March 7th 2015

Key Highlights Advertised number of vacancies 7 day posting window to submit vacancy/transfer request Additional 2 days (Sat/Sun) to retract Do away with paper transfer notifications Active standing transfer list request remains Transfer list renewal no longer necessary Maintain the *No 15 day waiting requirement* Paper lockout waivers and approval no longer required Important Timetables…