Published 23 Mar, 2016 In a letter sent to the Senate committee considering the FAA reauthorization bill, TWU International President Harry Lombardo called on Congress to tighten oversight of foreign repair stations working on U.S. commercial aircraft. “Under current regulations,” the letter said, “Aircraft mechanics working in the U.S. are subject to various drug and alcohol screening to ensure…
Published 22 Mar, 2016 TWU expresses its deepest sympathy for the victims of the terrorist attack in Brussels today, and stands in solidarity with their families. Our thoughts are with all the people of Belgium and we thank the brave workers on the front lines of transit and aviation security. Every day across the world,…
Published 21 Mar, 2016 The Senate Commerce Committee passed an FAA bill last week after several amendments were adopted, including: A ban on cell phone use during flight. A ban on knives in airplane cabins. Flight attendants must receive training to combat human trafficking. FAA must review aircraft evacuation standards. FAA must issue a flight…
Published 10 May, 2016 MEDIA ADVISORY Contact: Transport Workers Union of America, Ori Korin (202) 719-3834; or AFL-CIO, Carolyn Bobb (202) 637-5018 Aviation Workers to Converge at White House, Urge U.S. Government to Deny NAIObama Administration Must Enforce U.S.-EU Air Transport Agreement, Defend Fair Competition WHEN: Thursday, May 12, 2016; 12–1 pm WHERE: Lafayette Square,…