Al Ball

Share The Warmth Drive

Hello Everyone,I wanted to give you all an update and a SHOUT OUT!The last minute Share The Warmth Drive for the Salvation Army, Tulsa Base came through. From the beginning to the last pickup today, this was the final count. They all will be handed out by the Salvation Army to the homeless.Thank you all.

The Passing of Brother Marvin Alan Magnus

We are deeply saddened to share with you the passing of Brother Marvin Magnus on December 10th, 2023. Marvin had been with us here at American Airlines since 1991 working as an Aviation Maintenance Technician and at one point a Crew Chief. Please keep the Magnus family in your thoughts and prayers. Obituary for Marvin…

Local 514’s Digest for the week of December 15, 2023

President: I’ve had continued talks with Rollie Reaves and Gary Schaible to understand the system issues around Crew Chief known outages, vacation bid, DAT denial pickups, as well as upcoming negotiation plans.  The board met with VP of Base Maintenance Greg Emerson on Thursday.  He gave us a look back at 2023 challenges and a…

Operation Bikes for Kids

We wanted to thank our members who helped with raising money, donating bikes, assembling and delivering 126 bikes and $2800 for this Event. We delivered them December 12th, at 4:30 PM at the Owasso High School Football Field. Catch the interviews on Channel 2 news and 106.1 The Twister.

Local 514’s Digest for the week of December 8th, 2023

TWU Local 514

President: I continue to have conversations with TWU M&R Representative Rollie Reaves concerning Crew Chief known outage OT and crew bid selection. The Association reached a settlement on “Immediately out of Service” , read letter here. Marla Johnson, Tracy Hardin and I met with the new MD over AERO to discuss the challenges of the…

The Retirement of Jana Hatfield

Jana has served as our Staff here at Local 514 for the past 23 years. We have enjoyed that time she had with us, the service to our membership, the elected officers, and the Union community. They all have benefited from the work she has done for them. We wish Jana the best in her…

Local 514’s Digest for the week of November 17, 2023

TWU Local 514

President: Marla, Joe and I posted an update video. Please view it when you get an opportunity.  The company apparently has buyers’ remorse on certain articles of the M&R contract as they continue to violate the contract to do an “end-around” in other articles that they don’t agree with. The length of time to get…