Association Communication 10/15/21

RE: AA Vaccine Mandate Dear Sisters and Brothers: Today the Association leadership meet via conference call with American Airlines leaders for an update on the Vaccine Mandate Policy and the potential enforcement process. The company explained the accommodation procedures, as it is currently being considered by the carrier, and is urging employees to file requests…

Additional information on Nov. 24 vaccine requirement deadline

Summary Last week, we shared that the federal vaccine mandate will require all of American’s U.S.-based team members and international-based crew members to be fully vaccinated by Nov.? 24. Here is additional information as you talk to your teams, as a follow-up to yesterday’s Directors and Above call. Key Points Everyone must submit their vaccination information…

Local 514 Digest for the Week of October 15th, 2021

TWU Local 514

Open Enrollment We are aware the open enrollment window for medical benefits will be available Oct 15, 2021. Before you make that final selection and submit your choices, pay close attention to a few areas; LTD automatic enrollment. If you don’t want the coverage you must decline the coverage. Who are the beneficiaries of your…

FMLA & Pandemic Leave Documents

Main Points Beginning the Absence & Return Center will not accept supporting documents, including the Health Care Provider Certification Form and Vaccine Card, through email for all ground-based and Management and Support Staff team members. Pilots and flight attendants will continue to follow their current process. Using a camera-enabled device like an iPhone or Android,…

Covid-19 Vaccine Mandate letter from TWU ATD Director

Dear Sisters and Brothers, By now, I would imagine all of you are aware of Executive Order 14042, which requires employees of federal contractors to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19. What we also know is the order also allows for each worker to request a deeply held religious exemption or ADA medical accommodation. What we…