Month: August 2025

The Passing of Retired Brother Cecil Horton

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Cecil Horton, a dedicated Aviation Maintenance Technician and valued member of our union family. Cecil passed away on August 17, 2025. Cecil began his career with American Airlines in Tulsa, Oklahoma in 1987 and worked for over 26 years before retiring in 2013. During…

The Passing of Brother David Bradford

We are deeply saddened by the loss of a fellow technician and friend David Bradford on August 15th, 2025. David joined our American Airlines family in 2015 as a Ground Support Equipment Mechanic. Over the past decade he earned a reputation for skill, punctuality, and a steady hand on the shop floor. Colleagues recall his willingness to mentor…

The Passing of Retired Brother Keith Olin Blanton

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Brother Keith Blanton, a dedicated and loyal member of our union family, on August 6, 2025. Brother Blanton’s remarkable career at American Airlines in Tulsa, Oklahoma spanned over three decades, beginning in 1988. Throughout his tenure, he demonstrated exceptional skill and dedication…

Local 514’s Digest for the week of August 8, 2025

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Vice President: Union Steward Meeting  I attended the YELL conference in Stillwater this week with Joe Brown, Paul Clark, and Joseph Callaway. We were reminded of what the Unions gave us, from 40-hour work weeks, overtime pay, holidays, vacation, benefits, representation, etc.  The Women’s Committee is currently supporting a School Supply drive. All supplies will…

The Passing of Retired Brother Michael Bruce Riley

It is with profound regret that we announce the passing of our retired brother, Michael Bruce Riley, who departed this life on August 5th, 2025. Brother Riley was a dedicated and proud member of our union family, serving as an Aviation Maintenance Technician at American Airlines in Tulsa. Born on January 18th, 1953, Brother Riley…

The Passing of Retired Brother Donald Devine

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of retired Brother Donald Devine on July 7th, 2025, a dedicated and respected member of our American Airlines family. Brother Devine retired in 2023 as a Crew Chief Aviation Maintenance Technician, capping off an illustrious career spanning nearly four decades. Born on August 15th, 1956,…

Tech Ops ASAP Roadshow

Aviation Safety Action ProgramTULSAAugust 19, 20, 21. Tuesday, Aug. 19th LOCATION: HGR 3/4Townhall Area Wednesday Aug. 20th LOCATION: HGR 3/4Townhall Area Thursday Aug. 21st LOCATION: HGR 3/4Townhall Area Get the Flier HERE

Important Notice: FAA Audit Imminent

As part of our ongoing commitment to excellence, we have been informed by the FAA that they will be conducting an audit at our facility the week of August 11th, 2025. This audit  will evaluate our memberships’ knowledge and competence in key areas, including technical data and procedures, safety management system (SMS), training and qualifications…