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The Passing of Retired Brother Nick Marlar

We are deeply saddened to share with you the passing of retired Brother Nick Marlar on June 20th, 2024. Nick had started working here at American Airlines in 1961 and retired from the position of Aviation Maintenance Technician in the Hydraulic Shop in 1997. Please keep the Marlar family in your thoughts and prayers.  Obituary…

The Passing of Retired Brother Arthur Noel “Art” Kelly

It is with great sadness that we share with you the passing of retired Brother Art Kelly on July 7, 2024. Art started working here at American Airlines in 1986 and retired from the position of Aviation Maintenance Technician in 2020. During Art’s time with us he also served as a Local 514 Shop Steward…

The Passing of Retired Brother Dennis Howard

We are deeply saddened to share with you the passing of retired Brother Dennis K. Howard on July 19th, 2024. Dennis had started working with us here at American Airlines in 1991 and retired from the position of Facilities Maintenance  Carpenter / Painter in 2012. Please keep the Howard family in your thoughts and prayers.…

Association, July 19th 2024 Update

July 19, 2024Dear Sisters and Brothers,The Members of your TWU/IAM Association Negotiating Committee representing M&R, MLS, MTS, and MCT have met again in ORD (July 16-18) this past week to finalize our preparations for the upcoming negotiations with American Airlines. We are also scheduled to meet this coming week (July 23-25) via Zoom to continue…

Negotiations Early Opener – August 13, 2024

July 09, 2024 Dear Sisters and Brothers, Your TWU-IAM Association Negotiation Committee, representing M&R, MLS, MTS, and MCT, is pleased to announce the first dates for negotiating with American Airlines for your collective bargaining agreements. The ‘early opener’ Section 6 negotiations will commence on August 13th and 14th at TWU Local 591 Headquarters in Grapevine,…

Transportation Technology Campaign

For decades, the Transport Workers Union has been a leading voice when it comes to the use of technology within our nation’s transportation system. Since our union’s founding in 1934, our members have embraced and fought for technological advancements that improve safety, create union jobs, and improve our members’ lives. Every day, across the transit,…