President:
Heads up, if the company calls you into a meeting, either alone or with a large group of your coworkers, they may document that conversation. They may ask you to sign a roster, like they did in Hangars 5 & 6, then accuse all that signed it of not being on the airplane during work hours. In that case the workers found out two days later from crew chiefs that it was a coach and counseling session that was recorded in their personal file. We are talking with the company to get that removed from their file. If we are not successful I will file a Presidential grievance on their behalf. Other Union leaders across the system agree with me that while they can coach and counsel employees they need to let you know at the time of the discussion that they will be putting it in your file. What you need to be aware of is when your management team is considered to be under-performing by their bosses they will be looking for people to write up so they can say “look, it’s not my fault or my processes that’s causing failure, its the workers fault”.
In article 32 of your contract you have a right to Union Representation on issues that may lead to discipline. The company claims they have a right to counsel you without a Union Rep present. They will document the conversation, counsel you again, document it again, then write you up with a discipline letter in your file that could lead to termination.
They are watching breaks and lunch periods.
Demand a Union Steward to protect your rights and please look out for each other. Every time a boss is on the floor the workers should know it.
Dale
918-636-6089
Vice President:
Happy New Year!
I hope everyone had a great holiday season.
Union Steward sign up is this month. If you have met the required meetings per the TWU 514 bylaws and are interested in becoming a Union Steward please sign up. If needed there will be elections held within the different bid areas.
Union Steward Meetings are Monday, January 8th at 7:15 am, 11:45 am, and 3:45 pm.
Chairman of Material Logistics Specialist:
We currently have 470 MLS on base with 18 on LOA. This is an all time low. This is due to people retiring and transferring out. Management has said headcount will increase to 490’s for the base.
Job postings this weekend: MLS jobs in Wheel and Brake, Shipping, TEO, Issuing, Receiving, and Hangars 1,2 and 3. Crew Chief job in CAM.
All jobs that go unfilled this weekend will be filled by the MLS pool of candidates.
On January 8th at 2359 the Overtime List resets to zero.
We have new hires going through compliance right now and could start sometime this month.
If you want to be a steward please sign up on the website. Click the link.
Remember if you don’t have any open slots showing on the calendar in workbrain, you can always do a DAT/COMP swap.
B.J. Rackers
(918) 346-8918
bjracker@twumail.org
Executive Board Members at Large:
George Albano:
I would suggest everyone that has Union benefits, check your benefit coverage for the New Year at https://www.twuaaunionbenefits.com
I have seen several members that didn’t receive an email or text, that their costs did change. Members have until Jan 7th, 2024 to make changes to their Jetnet deductions.
You can still sign up for Short Term Disability, more info here.
George Albano
918-378-1947
Gene Chapin:
Continue working grievance office starting at 5:00am
Continue representing members on attendance .
Continue working on grievances.
Hope everyone had a happy new year .
Gene Chapin
918-640-2097
GChapin@twumail.org
Tracy Hardin:
Happy New Year!
I hope we all were able to spend some time with family and friends over the holidays. With the new year comes some new challenges, but don’t forget previous commitments.
Benefits Committee: Just look at all of your insurances, Union and AA sponsored, and if you have a question let us help find an answer. Don’t let the mistake just ride out for 12 months, catch it early.
Grievance Committee: We are trying to do a better job to settle or bring more grievances to the GRB. This year we hope to see the grievance numbers drop.
Civil / Human Rights Committee: We have another holiday and celebrations coming in a week. MLK Day on January 15th. If you want to bank it, you may want to make that selection ASAP.
One of the last living Memphis Sanitation strikers of 1968 died on Jan 3, 2024. Elmore Nickelberry along with more than 1300 other sanitation workers struck for better working conditions and a living wage. They knew $1.65 a day wage wasn’t good enough. Read more of his story at www.AFSME.org.
Tracy
(918) 409-5962
THardin@twumail.org
Daron Morgan:
HAPPY NEW YEAR!
As we start off 2024, we have many challenges, as well as many opportunities ahead of us. Our contract becomes amenable on March 26th, 2025, but we could be in Negotiations with the company 6 months prior to March 26th 2025. As our elected leaders are meeting regularly, for the upcoming negotiations, we as the body of Local 514, need to start tightening up and working towards becoming one. We need to educate ourselves as well as each other. Remember, “Not one of Us, is as Strong as All of Us”!
Be sure to check the TWU Planning Calendar for the Monthly Membership Meetings, as the meeting days will alternate on Mondays and Thursdays every other month. The membership meeting for January will be on Thursday January 25th, and the Membership Meeting for February, will be on February 26th.
- If you are interested in becoming a Shop Steward, be sure to sign up on the TWU 514 website.
- Banking options are available in workbrain are open for the upcoming MLK Holiday on Jan 15th.
- We have Hockey Tickets available in the Grievance Office.
- Our next GRB meeting will be in February.
- Continuing working grievances.
- Continuing working the Grievance Office.
- Continuing to have bi-weekly meetings with the CRO Leadership.
- Let’s all work together and make 2024 the best year ever!
Daron
918-402-0089
DMorgan@twumail.org
Jay Potter:
Hope everyone enjoyed ringing in the New Year; I wish everyone a blessed 2024.
Base Outsourcing
- We currently have 22 aircraft at our 4 In-house Maintenance Bases (CTO, PIT, DWH, and TULE).
- 8 of these aircraft are check aircraft (MBV or C11).
- The five (5) HMP vendors have 32 aircraft.
- 28 of these aircraft are check aircraft (MBV, C11, or S).
- If you have questions regarding Contractual Scope Language, you can reach me at (918) 845-8059 or jpotter@twumail.org. I would be happy to answer any questions you may have.
Tulsa Aviation Maintenance Group (AMG) Headcount
| January 05, 2024 | January 23, 2020 | VARIANCE | |||||
| TCC | 68 | TCC | 79 | TCC | -11 | ||
| CC AMT | 258 | CC AMT | 245 | CC AMT | 13 | ||
| AMT | 2146 | AMT | 2681 | AMT | -535 | ||
| OSM | 410 | OSM | 425 | OSM | -15 | ||
| INSP | 228 | INSP | 263 | INSP | -35 | ||
| CC CL | 14 | CC CL | 16 | CC CL | -2 | ||
| CL | 127 | CL | 130 | CL | -3 | ||
| TOTAL | 3251 | TOTAL | 3839 | TOTAL | -588 | ||
Negotiations
- Dale and I have been reviewing your submissions. Thank you to all that submitted suggestions.
- I will be in Dallas January 08-12, 2024 and Phoenix January 15-19, 2024.
Hiring
- The company currently has external postings for AMT and a Plant Maintenance Mechanic – GSE positions in Tulsa. Check at (jobs.aa.com).
Jay
(918) 845-8059
JPotter@twumail.org
Why ASAP
Aviation safety reporting programs play a pivotal role in enhancing and maintaining the safety standards of the aviation industry. These programs provide a structured mechanism for aviation professionals to report and analyze safety-related incidents, near misses, and potential hazards. By encouraging open and transparent reporting, these initiatives foster a safety culture that prioritizes continuous improvement and learning from experiences. Timely and accurate reporting allows industry stakeholders to identify trends, assess risks, and implement proactive measures to prevent future accidents. Moreover, these programs contribute to a collective knowledge base that benefits the entire aviation community, enabling authorities, airlines, and regulators to develop targeted safety interventions and implement effective changes to procedures, training, and technology.
American Airlines Anniversary
5 year anniversary
Michael Cooksey — Dept:223 – AMG
Jacob Crosser — Dept:589O – AMG
Dylan Smith — Dept:815O – AMG
Jason Stevens — Dept:014Z – OMG
Shannon Warren — Dept:302O – AMG
10 year anniversary
Scott McLeod — Dept:489A – MCT
Ingo Wyman — Dept:4893 – MCT
15 year anniversary
Richard Allison — Dept:223 – AMG
20 year anniversary
Derrick Mitchell — Dept:302O – AMG
Billy Moss — Dept:302O – AMG
25 year anniversary
Jerome Barthels — Dept:489I – MCT
Jason Best — Dept:489T – MCT
Scott Chisum — Dept:025S – MLG
Merle Imhoff — Dept:032S – MLG
Kyle Perryman — Dept:021S – MLG
Erica Schaller — Dept:022S – MLG
Don West — Dept:032S – MLG
30 year anniversary
James Harman — Dept:225 – AMG
Randy Samsel — Dept:225 – AMG
Ronnie Spencer — Dept:208 – AMG
David Vensel — Dept:147I – AMG
35 year anniversary
George Albano — Dept:257 – AMG
Gary Baca — Dept:457 – AMG
Thomas Bostelmann — Dept:225A – AMG
Barry Boydstun — Dept:607A – AMG
Stephen Combs — Dept:302O – AMG
Christian Conover — Dept:449 – AMG
Lowell Cumston — Dept:223 – AMG
Jeffrey Duncan — Dept:449 – AMG
David Gayaldo — Dept:223 – AMG
Calvin Grimmett — Dept:580C – AMG
Jeffrey Hames — Dept:725 – AMG
Danny Harris — Dept:567 – AMG
Raymond Massey — Dept:120I – AMG
Sidney Maynard — Dept:725 – AMG
Eric Miller — Dept:725 – AMG
Dominique Moore — Dept:180I – AMG
Eugene Moore — Dept:259 – FMG
Michael Morgan — Dept:911 – FMG
Keith Mulkey — Dept:817 – AMG
William Nichols — Dept:561M – AMG
Kelly Rains — Dept:225 – AMG
Christopher Rhinehart — Dept:561M – AMG
Paul Tryon — Dept:257 – AMG
Wilbur Wallace — Dept:257A – AMG
Terry Watson — Dept:568 – AMG
Russell Knox — Dept:489T – MCT
David Carter — Dept:031S – MLG
John Frakes — Dept:031S – MLG
40 year anniversary
James Schraad — Dept:257 – AMG
45 year anniversary
Victor Knoll — Dept:911 – FMG
Passages
“Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal.”
The Passing of Retired Brother Michael Clarke
We are deeply saddened to share with you the passing of retired Brother Michael Clarke on December 29th, 2023. Mike had hired on with American Airlines back in 1977 and retired from the position of Aviation Maintenance Technician in 2003. Please keep the Clarke family in your thoughts and prayers. Michael was preceded in death by his parents, …