It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our retired brother, Robert ‘Bob’ Merkov Sr., on August 7th, 2026. As an Aviation Maintenance Technician who joined American Airlines in 1989, Bob spent many years serving our airline and our members. His dedication and expertise earned him the distinction of becoming a Technical…
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TO: All Association Sisters and Brothers The TWU-IAM Association Tech Ops Contract Proposals/Survey remains open through August 31, 2026, for members to submit for the upcoming 2027 contract negotiations. Website: www.techopsassociation.org As negotiations approach, member involvement is more important than ever. The Association Negotiating Committee relies on feedback from the membership to identify priorities, address…
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Rest in Peace: Beloved Brother, Husband, and Aviation Legend Elvis Boren on July 14th, 2026. A dedicated Aviation Maintenance Technician Machinist Crew Chief, Elvis spent 35 years serving with dedication and passion, retiring in 2003 after a remarkable career spanning over three decades. But Elvis’s impact extended far beyond his time at American Airlines. As…
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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our dear brother, Retired Brother Randal Andrew Hudson, on July 31st, 2026. Brother Hudson served with dedication and distinction as a Plant Maintenance Mechanic for over three decades, earning the respect and admiration of his colleagues and superiors. He retired from active duty in…
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved retired brother, Steven McBride, who left us on Friday, February 13, 2026. For over three decades, Brother McBride dedicated his time working here at American Airlines as an Aviation Maintenance Technician. He joined our ranks in 1985 and spent 26 incredible years…
Membership, The Association has established the 19AA Arbitration Phase 2 Remedy Committee, which will meet with Association Board Member Russ Dittmer, along with representatives from American Airlines Labor Relations and Legal, on August 18th and 19th. Committee Members: The committee will represent our members as we continue working through the Phase 2 remedy process. We…
