Month: October 2024

The Passing of Retired Brother Jimmy Hale

It is with a heavy heart that we share with you the passing of retired Brother Jimmy Hale on October 14th, 2024. Jimmy had started working with us here at American Airlines in 1966 and retired from the position of Aviation Maintenance Technician – Inspector in 1996. As a Local 514 Member. Jimmy was a…

The Passing of Retired Brother Charlie Stewart

It is with a heavy heart that we share with you the passing of retired Brother Charlie Stewart on Friday October 11th, 2024. Charlie had started working here at American Airlines in 1989 and retired in 2020 from the position of Aviation Maintenance Technician. Please keep the Stewart family in your thoughts and prayers. Charlie…

Association Update T/A review

Extension Agreements for review October 10, 2024 Attached you will find links to the Extension Agreements for each of your respected classes for you to review before the vote. Please take the time to review your agreement so you can make an informed decision come time to vote. The voting window will be open from…

The TWU Applauds the FAA’s Interpretation Requiring In-Person Repair Supervision  

 The Transport Workers Union of America strongly supports a recent Federal Aviation Administration interpretation memo that requires the holder of a mechanic or repairman certificate to be physically present to supervise aircraft maintenance work being performed by uncertified persons working under the certificate holder.  This interpretation, laid out in a September 3, 2024 memo from…

Clothing Drive for Claremore Skilled Nursing Home

Donate your gently used or new clothing, non skid socks, house shoes, shower shoes, and blankets to those that need. Deadline: December 13th, 2024 You can drop off your items off at the Union Office. 11945 East Pine Street For more information contact: Items will go to the Claremore Skilled Nursing Home TWU Local 514…

The Passing of Retired Brother Warren Gale “Bunk” Varner

It is with a heavy heart that we share with you the passing of retired Brother Warren Gale “Bunk” Varner on September 25th, 2024. Warren had hired on with American Airlines in 1968 retired in 2008 from the position of Inspector. Please keep the Varner family in your thoughts and prayers.  No other details were…

School Supply Drive

The Working Women’s committee and the FLOC committee teamed up for a school supply drive back in August. We picked Kendall-Whittier Elementary in Tulsa to be the recipient of the supplies. It was a huge success.

Local 514 member, Dennis Lyle, Tech Ops – Tulsa

American Airlines recognized five of its top aviation maintenance technicians (AMTs) for their exceptional work in their field as recipients of this year’s Ken MacTiernan Excellence in Aviation Maintenance Award. Since 2019, the award has been honoring AMTs at American who exhibit the qualities of professional AMTs, strive to uphold the highest standards in aircraft…