Dear Sisters and Brothers, American Airlines Labor Relations contacted the TWU-IAM Association on Friday afternoon to inform us that the carrier would announce some changes to the Covid-19 vaccination protocol and how these changes will affect American Airlines employees, including those represented by the TWU/IAM Association. American’s communication was open ended and vague. The Association…
U.S.-based mainline ground team members, Management and Support Staff, and Envoy team members Visit the online submission portal and use your AA ID to sign in. Complete the short form to provide: The manufacturer of your vaccine (Moderna, Pfizer, etc.) The date(s) of your vaccine(s). An image of your COVID-19 Vaccination Record Card from…
The pandemic has taken a toll on the frontline workers at the Transport Workers Union, but action and compassion go a long way. Industry employers need to take note and make adjustments as their frontline workers return. — Ruthy MuñozSource For the Transport Workers Union of America (TWU), representing over 150,000 union workers across airlines,…
Dear Local Presidents, Earlier this week, the Federal Emergency Management Administration (FEMA) issued a new opinion opening up disaster funeral assistance for victims of COVID-19. Families who have lost loved ones to this deadly virus are now eligible for federal assistance to cover or defray funeral costs. As a national union whose members have seen…
Dear Brothers & Sisters: This bulletin is written to assist our Air Division members so everyone can better understand the TWU’s position on the Covid-19 vaccine distribution. The TWU is in contact with both the new Administration in Washington DC and is assisting our Locals at the state level to have all airline workers categorized…
All Veterans, as the VA tries to prepare and keep you informed on their Vaccine process, you can do your part. If you are interested in getting a vaccine and want to get updates on the progress across the country, you can sign up at the following link; https://www.va.gov/health-care/covid-19-vaccine/stay-informed. You can also call 918-577-300 to…
A message from Doug Parker and Robert lsom Team members, As 2020 comes to a close, we can’t think of a better way to end the year than to share that Congress has passed a legislative package that includes an extension of the Payroll Support Program (PSP2). With this support, we will be recalling furloughed…
After months of delays and false promises, Congress has finally agreed to another round of much needed COVID economic relief. Although votes are still pending in the House and Senate, the stimulus package has benefits for TWU/IAM Association represented American Airlines employees, as well as important funding for distribution of COVID-19 vaccines, assistance to small…
We are aware that we continue to have union members test positive for COVID-19. However, as you may know, there is no way for us to be certain if they were exposed at work or another location. We must all continue to stay vigilant in washing our hands, wearing our masks and keeping at least…
Joe Brown, Executive Board Officer and Chairman of Safety along with some Shop Stewards that he will be asking for help, will be passing out masks. They will be visiting all buildings on and off the base to hand them out. Please observe social distancing during this process. Always, Please try your best to protect…