Black History Month: Realizing a dream

“When I think about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s dream for America, it often calls to mind my own dream of one day working for American Airlines. It wasn’t an aspiration I had right away, but one I knew was within reach once I discovered it. I grew up near Dallas with six brothers and…

Update from President Dale Danker – Negotiations

All, The company continues to be clear on their position on M&R Scope. They want the ability to outsource more heavy, line work and facilities maintenance in all locations. The company’s proposal would reduce base maintenance headcount by 2200, increase line outsourcing by 7% and totally destroy facilities maintenance scope.  We want to maintain our…

AMERICAN AIRLINES SETS ITS SIGHTS ON ELIMINATING TWU/IAM ASSOCIATION WORK

Brothers and Sisters, The Association Executive Committee met with the assigned mediators and a member of the National Mediation Board to gain a better understanding of the remaining open items. The robust dialogue was productive and ensured the meetings would continue throughout the week. We were able to resolve and TA the M&R/MLS Field Trip…

Financial Education Workshop Series

American Airlines and Fidelity found posted at the base… Get smarter about your finances Join American Airlines and Fidelity for a complimentary workshop where you’ll learn strategies and tips to help you manage your financial future with confidence. No registration required. Monday, February 4, <Hgr 3/4 Production Team Conf Room E8 )>, 9:00am, 11:00am and…

Brother Gary Copper is running for School Board District 2

Gary Copper is running for election to Tulsa Public Schools District #2 school board seat. Gary has 35 years seniority at AA, and works in the Tool & Die Dept. He spent 7 years as a TWU specialist to United Way, observing and analyzing agency non-profits programs to assure the donation dollars were being spent…

Association Negotiations Update

American Struggles To Say Yes Throughout this week, the Association Executive Negotiating Committee members continued to present reasonable proposals in an effort to reach a JCBA. While some conversations discussed across the bargaining table seemed to reach “supposal agreements in principle,” written proposals returned from the Company continued to revert to their take-it or leave-it…