Al Ball

Railway Labor act and how it relates to Airlines

The Railway Labor Act, more frequently referred to as the RLA, was enacted in 1926 as the joint work product of railway labor and management. It was amended in 1934, in 1936 when it was expanded to include airlines, in 1966, and, most recently, in 1981 when special bargaining dispute resolution procedures applicable to publicly…

TWU LEGISLATIVE ACTION: Support Flight Attendant 10 Hours Rest

With the FAA extension set to expire at the end of September, the House and Senate are working today to reach a final compromise on FAA reauthorization. While the House version of FAA reauthorization would guarantee flight attendants 10 hours rest, the Senate bill would allow for just 9 hours rest. Senate Republicans currently are…