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Change in bereavement leave – December 2013

Bereavement Leave It is always difficult to lose a loved one. American Airlines recognizes that bereavement is a difficult life event, requiring time to grieve and fulfill family obligations. The company also understands that the failure to take this time may negatively impact work and the employee’s transition back to a normal routine. For these…

American Airlines Announces Large Regional Jet Purchase

FORT WORTH, Texas, Dec. 12, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — American Airlines, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of American Airlines Group Inc., announced today that it has signed agreements with Bombardier Inc. and Embraer S.A. to purchase 90 new 76-seat regional jets. Consistent with American’s Plan of Reorganization and Merger Agreement, these aircraft will provide much improved economics for the…

MOU pay increase to be reflected in December 20th paycheck.

We reached out to payroll and they informed us that the new rate of pay as reflected in Jetnet will be visible on Thursday, Dec. 12th.  As previously communicated the actual pay increase will be reflected in the Dec. 20th paycheck for Weekly and Biweekly Title I/II/III/V/ MCTs and Sim Techs  retroactive to Dec. 9th.  For…

Equity has arrived

To ensure you have the information and tools you need related to your shares, we have revamped the Equity Hub to include step-by-step instructions and screenshots, as well as a robust Q&A. We encourage you to familiarize yourself with these materials as the primary source of up-to-date information. Letter to American union employees » Letter…

AA/US Airways Merger Celebration

Sisters and Brothers, Do to the fact that we are still under a concessionary contract I see no reason to celebrate or participate in the merger celebration today at the base. Dale Danker President,  TWU local 514    Merger Celebration Letter in PDF  

514 – What’s on the plate

Exit Bankruptcy and Equity Stake Questions and Answers, Equity Hub Letter from AA, November 29th, 2013 Letter on Equity Distribution for Unions- See all the letters HERE American Airlines Group Inc. [AAL] to Ring The NASDAQ Stock Market Opening Bell Remotely From Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport – Read more MOU 4.3% Pay increase on Effective date of AA/US…

Transition from PayFlex to WageWorks: What to Expect

Remember, you will not be able to access spending accounts during the transition period – December 15, 2013 – January 6, 2014. This includes your: HRA (Health Reimbursement Spending Account) HSA (Health Savings Account) HIA (Health Incentive Account) HCFSA (Health Care Flexible Spending Account) DDCFSA (Dependent Day Care Flexible Spending Account) LPFSA (Limited Purpose Flexible Spending Account) PayFlex and WageWorks will…