Negotiations
PSA Flight Dispatchers Win Big Raises
Posted OnApril 29, 2025 byThe Transport Workers Union of America secured a contract extension with a 15.5% pay increase for Flight Dispatchers at PSA Airlines represented by TWU Local 592, helping workers who will be relocating to Charlotte, North Carolina. The 2.5 year extension addresses pay issues to help Flight Dispatchers that will be moving from Dayton, Ohio…Read More…
Transit Workers in North Carolina Advance on Wages in New Contract
Posted OnApril 11, 2025 byTWU Local 248 members at the Winston-Salem Transit Authority recently ratified a new three-year contract that provides significant wage increases and keeps intact existing contract language despite a recent change in operators. Fixed Route Bus Operators in their first year on the job will see a wage increase over 25 percent over the life of…Read More…
The TWU Keeps Rolling Forward: Avelo Flight Dispatchers Vote to Join the TWU
Posted OnApril 9, 2025 byFlight Dispatchers at Avelo Airlines voted Wednesday to join the Transport Workers Union of America, increasing the TWU’s footprint in representation of Flight Dispatchers across the country. “Our immediate next step is to win that all-important first contract that will significantly improve the quality of life for Avelo Flight Dispatchers and their families,”…Read More…
Read the latest TWU Express Magazine!
Posted OnApril 4, 2025 byThe latest edition of the TWU Express is here. Check it out! https://www.twu.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/TWU_Xpress_Magazine-Spring-2025w.pdf Read More…
Delta Shuttle Bus Drivers Vote to Join the TWU
Posted OnMarch 27, 2025 byApproximately 100 Bus Operators and Bus Supervisors employed by a 3rd party vendor ERMC-UNIFI voted Wednesday night to join the Transport Workers Union of America so they can improve their substandard working conditions and wages. The Bus Operators and Bus Supervisors are based at John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York City and…Read More…
The TWU Supports New Bipartisan Bill Aimed at Speeding Up Contract Talks
Posted OnMarch 6, 2025 byThe Transport Workers Union of America is endorsing a new bill, The Faster Labor Contracts Act, that compels employers to begin union contract negotiations within 10 days of a successful vote in favor of union representation. “Greedy corporations use delay tactics to their advantage – denying workers a life-changing contract for years in some…Read More…
The TWU Strongly Endorses the Reintroduction of the PRO Act
Posted OnMarch 5, 2025 byThe Transport Workers Union of America strongly supports the introduction of the Richard L. Trumka Protecting the Right to Organize (PRO) Act, which strengthens the collective bargaining rights of workers. “It is time for Congress to step up and support workers,” said TWU International President John Samuelsen. “Republicans and Democrats alike talk a good…Read More…
PSA Flight Instructors Vote to Join the TWU
Posted OnMarch 5, 2025 byFlight Instructors at PSA Airlines voted overwhelmingly today to join the Transport Workers Union of America. “This is another victory for workers moving to enhance their economic security. Now we fight to win that all-important first contract that will lock-in improvements in wages and working conditions for these hardworking Flight Instructors and their families,”…Read More…
TWU Secures New Contract for Sun Country Airlines Dispatchers With Major Raises
Posted OnFebruary 14, 2025 byAircraft Flight Dispatchers at TWU Local 592 overwhelmingly ratified a new contract for 32 Aircraft Flight Dispatchers at Sun Country Airlines that will raise pay by at least 36% with an average increase of 43%. “We are pleased to have reached a new contract quickly that includes significant raises for hardworking Flight Dispatchers. A 36…Read More…
PrimeFlight Fuelers in Orlando Vote to Join the TWU
Posted OnFebruary 4, 2025 byFuelers at Orlando International Airport employed by PrimeFlight Aviation Services voted unanimously Monday to join the Transport Workers of America – expanding the TWU’s reach at the seventh largest airport in the country. “We are ready to negotiate a first contract that will address significant issues with wages, benefits, and working conditions for PrimeFlight Fuelers,” said TWU…Read More…