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The TWU Stands Strong in the Face of the Janus v. AFSCME Decision
Posted OnJuly 12, 2018 byBrothers and Sisters, It’s been two weeks since the Supreme Court ruled in favor of Mark Janus and against every worker and every trade union member. This ruling is the latest attack in the sustained and highly coordinated campaign by anti-worker entities to erode the rights of working people and dismantle unions. The TWU anticipated this…Read More…
TWU Files Comments to DOT on Air Transport of Service Animals
Posted OnJuly 10, 2018 byThe TWU International filed the below comments in response to a DOT regulatory notice seeking input on how to regulate service animals traveling with passengers. The comments advocate for stronger DOT regulation of emotional support animals, including limits on the type and number of ESAs and proper documentation for the animals. Ms. Maegan Johnson Senior…Read More…
American Airlines Negotiation Update: Association, American Meet
Posted OnJune 29, 2018 byJune 29, 2018 Brothers and Sisters, The Executive Negotiating Committee met with American Airlines on June 25, 26, & 27 in Washington, DC. The vast majority of these negotiating sessions were spent discussing Scope in a very detailed manner; mainly for the Maintenance and Related group. While Fleet Service Scope was discussed, it was done…Read More…
TWU Young Workers Committee Convenes
Posted OnJune 29, 2018 byMembers of the TWU Young Workers Committee met at International headquarters in Washington, DC on June 28. They are planning their upcoming conference in Dallas, Nov. 30 through Dec. 2.Read More…
Spirit Airlines Customer Service Agents One Step Closer to Joining the TWU!
Posted OnJune 28, 2018 byJune 28, 2018 I am pleased to announce the Transport Workers Union of America, AFL-CIO (TWU) has filed for a representational election with the National Mediation Board (NMB) on behalf of the Spirit Airlines Customer Service Agents. You are one step closer to your goal of uniting and establishing your voice in your workplace and…Read More…
Jet Blue Inflight Crewmembers Prepare for Upcoming Contract Negotiations
Posted OnJune 28, 2018 byJet Blue Inflight Crewmembers on the bargaining team met at the TWU’s International headquarters on June 28 to discuss upcoming contract negotiations. Read More…
Alaska Airlines and the TWU Reach Agreement in Principle for Dispatchers
Posted OnJune 15, 2018 byOn June 15, Alaska Airlines and the Transport Workers Union (TWU) announced that they reached a Merger Transition Agreement in Principle for dispatchers. If ratified, it will combine the Boeing and Airbus dispatch groups into a single group. The agreement, which would be in lieu of normal Section 6 negotiations scheduled for later this year,…Read More…
Aircraft Maintenance Outsourcing Disclosure Act of 2018 Prioritizes Safety, American Jobs
Posted OnJune 7, 2018 byJune 7, 2018 Contact: Denise Romano, TWU Communications, 202-719-3837 Washington, DC – Senator Claire McCaskill (D-MO) and Representatives John Garamendi (D-CA) and Dan Donovan (R-NY) put aviation passengers, workers and safety first by introducing the Aircraft Maintenance Outsourcing Disclosure Act of 2018 (H.R. 6028 S. 3026) earlier today. This commonsense, bipartisan legislation requires public reporting of U.S….Read More…
TWU-IAM Bill Endorsement
Posted OnJune 7, 2018 byBrothers and Sisters, On behalf of the members of the TWU-IAM Association, we would like to extend our enthusiastic support for the Aircraft Maintenance Offshoring Bill, federal legislation that would support US aircraft maintenance workers. This bill is intended to draw attention to the airline industry-wide trend of offshoring aircraft maintenance. “The TWU-IAM Association believes…Read More…
Unions Representing Pilots and Mechanics are Standing Together for a Safety Culture Change at American Airlines
Posted OnMay 17, 2018 byThe Allied Pilots Association Calls on American Airlines to Give Mechanics, Represented by the Transport Workers Union, a Fair Contract BOSTON (May 17, 2018) — The Allied Pilots Association — and its 15,000 pilots at American Airlines — has pledged unconditional support for the Transport Workers Union, which represents the airline’s maintenance, stores, and fleet…Read More…