Today the TWU submitted its response to (i) the motion of the AMR Retirees Pension Protection Corp. (“ARPPC”) for entry of an order appointing an official committee of retired employees pursuant to section 1114(d) of title 11 of the United States Code (the “Bankruptcy Code”), and (ii) the motion (Docket No. 1132) of the Ad…
Bankruptcy Update: 2-22-2012
Posted now on TWUs bankruptcy website: The audio file of TWU’s February 13 Town Hall Call with International President James C. Little, ATD Director Garry Drummond and labor attorney Mark Richard is posted at: http://aa.twu.org. President Little answers questions submitted by members about the AMR bankruptcy. Listen now, go to: http://aa.twu.org.
AA Unions & Employees Gather at DFW for a Large Valentine’s Day Protest At the Heart of the Matter: AA’s Outrageous Terms released Feb. 1 by AMR
What: APFA, TWU and AA Employee Protest Date: Tuesday, February 14, 2012 Time: 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. CST Place: DFW International Airport, Dallas-Ft. Worth TX Site: Terminal D, Upper Level Who: Association of Professional Flight Attendants (APFA), Transport Workers Union (TWU), AA/AMR Employees, Other Labor Unions and Concerned Citizens Dallas-Ft. Worth – Employees of…
TWU-514 Weekly Digest – For the days of Jan 8, 2012 – Jan 14, 2012
Transport Workers Union of America Air Transport Division Local 514 Court Orders, Motions, Decisions National Mediation Board Meeting Notifications USA Today – 01-09-2012 Board Member Harry Hoglander and Director of Mediation Services Larry Gibbons will hold a status conference. AMR – Pleading Update 1/11/2012 TWU – ATD – 01-11-2012 Application to Retain Perella Weinberg…
DOT Approves Agreement Between American Airlines, Qantas
The DOT has given approval to American Airlines and Qantas for a trans-Pacific joint business agreement (JBA), which will allow the carriers to coordinate services between the United States, Australia and New Zealand. The authorization of the JBA will bring more travel choices and greater benefits to consumers and also maximize value for stakeholders in…
The Social Security Puzzle
Is it time to to start thinking seriously about retirement? If it is, it’s time to start thinking about Social Security, too. When is the best time to sign up for benefits? Only you can decide. Your Timetable If you want, you can sign up for Social Security benefits at age 62. However, you’ll receive…
Qualified Pre-Retirement Survivor Annuity (QSPA)
Qualified Pre-Retirement Survivor Annuity (QPSA) is basically an insurance that pays if you die before you begin receiving your retirement benefit. The Plan automatically provides a pre-retirement benefit for your spouse as long as you are vested, have been married at least one year at the time of your death, and you have not waived…
Union-Made Products for $1 (or less) March-April 2011
Dear Brothers and Sisters, Tired of hearing “I can’t afford to buy Union Made Products” from friends and family? Here is a list of Union Made products available for a dollar at most stores. Crunch N’ Munch Ajax Dishwashing Liquid Quaker Oats Tortillaz Purina Dog Chow Alpo Canned Dog Food Gravy Train Canned Dog Food…
June 2011, Shop Stewards Meeting
Date: Monday, June 13, 2011 Time: 7:15 AM, 11:45 AM, 3:45 PM Place: TWU Hall 11929 East Pine Street Agenda Regular Order of Business. Training: Safety Mary Gorremans Recording Secretary Meeting Notice Posting in PDF
Union Planners conduct audit.. Good Thing!
As the Open Enrollment period drew to a close, for all new Standard Short Term Disability enrollees, Union Benefit Planners conducted an audit to ensure all new premium was begin collected properly. At completion of the audit, we found 305 members that were neglected as premiums were not being payroll deducted by the TPA. The…