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The Passing of Brother Michael Kearney

We are deeply saddened to share that our brother, Michael Kearney, passed away on September 16, 2025 at 28years old. Michael joined the American Airlines maintenance family in 2019 as an Aviation Maintenance Technician and quickly became an integral part of our crew. His dedication, professionalism, and unwavering commitment to safety earned him the respect and admiration…

New Bill Would Extend No Tax on Overtime to All Transport Workers 

A new, bipartisan bill introduced Thursday and backed by the Transport Workers Union of America would expand the No Tax on Overtime policy to include about three million workers who are currently ineligible for a tax deduction on overtime earnings.   “Half of our membership is currently ineligible for this critical tax break and the TWU…

Local 514’s Digest for the week of September 19th, 2025

TWU Local 514

President: This week, your elected officers and convention delegates journeyed to Las Vegas, NV, for the 27th TWU Constitutional Convention. Our Local 514 delegates cast votes not only for International Officers but also on crucial resolutions that will guide the International Officers’ work for the next four years. A link to review all passed resolutions…

Local 514’s Digest for the week of September 12, 2025

TWU Local 514

Vice President: Next week, all the Officers and convention delegates will be attending the 27th TWU International Convention.  There will be executive stewards covering the grievance office to assist you with any issues. The phone number is (539) 283-6500. Marla Johnson Chairman of maintenance: Non-Rev Travel Weekly Meetings with Management Work Experience Review (WER) Safety…

Article 9, Filling of Vacancies – September 9, 2025

With the implementation of the JCBA extension, and in awarding transfers for certain positions, we have seen an issue that the parties did not intend to happen. Seniority accrual in classification groups; Aviation Maintenance Group (which include OSM), Ground Support Equipment (GSE)/Facilities Maintenance Group (which include MSP) and Operations Maintenance Group (which include Planners and…

The Passing of Retired Brother Jim Blouch

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of retired Brother Jim Blouch on September 9th, 2025. Jim dedicated his life and career to serving our union, American Airlines, and the community. He began his journey with us in 1985 as a Material Logistics Specialist, and after 31 years of service, he retired…