You’ve probably heard the serious allegations that the Teamsters forged union cards of American mechanics. Now, Labor Notes, the independent labor news service reports that Teamster President Jimmy Hoffa’s attempted to buy votes in a union election. Hoffa Must Pay to Publicize Bribe Attempts April 05, 2011 / Jenny Brown After six months of investigation…
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Local airlines workers to vote on union change
SOURCE TULSA – After nearly a yearlong effort of knocking on doors and garnering support, mechanics and related workers at American Airlines on Tuesday filed for an election with the National Mediation Board to become Teamsters. The petition for an NMB election follows a similar move by mechanics at US Airways. Those workers filed for…
In Response to an Article on the Forbes Blog.. From TWU President Jim Little – May 9th 2013
This article was posted in Forbes on April 29th, 2013 “Why American Airlines Employees Loathe Management” it is the basis for the comments from TWU President James C.Little as written below. Subject: RE: Forbes Article While there are many inaccuracies in the article, the following are some of the most egregious errors: 1. Excessive pay to corporate…
TWU Condemns Teamsters Union Raid on Machinists Union at US Airways
“The IBT is acting like a parasite.” The following statement is from TWU Air Transport Division Director Garry Drummond, after it was announced that the Teamsters would be filing cards to raid the International Association of Machinists (IAM) at US Airways: As a trade unionist, I’m outraged and disgusted that the Teamsters plan to waste…
TWU Young Workers
5/1/13: May Day, New York City. TWU Young Workers march on union busting properties all over New York City, rising up for workers everywhere. [youtube_sc url=”http://youtu.be/3QRnjj-V63Y”]
Re: Retiree Pension Reform, Multi-Employer / Single Employer (AA)
Brothers & Sisters, I have been getting calls and e-mails referencing the below article about Retiree Pension Reform. This article is in reference to Multi-employer Retirement plans and does not impact the recently frozen (Single Employer) pension plan at AA. I hope this information helps to answer any questions you may have received Fraternally, Bobby…
AA/AE Bankruptcy Court Update Mar 12, 2013
As we previously posted, AMR filed a motion for approval to enter into a 12-year capacity purchase agreement with Republic Airline Inc. (“Republic”). Capacity purchase agreements between major carriers and regional partners are one approach airlines use to provide regional feed services. Under such arrangements, the major carrier generally purchases the entire capacity of…
American Airlines answers other questions about what the merger with US Airways means for American
This is from an article in the Dallas Morning News Here are selected questions and answers as disclosed in a Securities and Exchange Commission filing. When will the 4.3 percent raise take effect and what will the equity stake be valued at? The 4.3 percent raise will take effect on the date that the…
American Airlines reveals new look
American released this on Jetnet this morning. Jetnet soon after the release of the information went down. I also noticed that Jetnet itself is getting a facelift. Below is some of the info that i had a chance to Grab.. Becoming a new American For more than two years, we’ve been building toward a time when…
Digs for Dogs Program needs your help !!
This project allows old trash cans to be converted into dog houses for people that need them for their pets. Pet owners are wanting doghouses faster than are being made. They are needing volunteers and a couple of trucks to help clean the plastic containers and transport back to the animal shelter. Volunteers please come…