Feb 7, 2019 | Departments, Home, Safety
A viral video posted on the IAH Ramp Virtual Union Board Facebook Group captures the second that a massive tire explosion nearly kills a ramp agent.
The 7-second video shows two ramp workers preparing to push a Boeing 737 from the gate. Just as they begin pushing the airplane back, one of the tires on the tractor suddenly explodes.
Debris from the blast would have almost certainly killed a nearby ramp worker had he not been standing a few feet outside of the blast radius.
It’s unclear if anyone was hurt in the incident.
The clip appeared to be from a surveillance camera and was posted on the Jets Asia Pacific Facebook page before being shared by Machinists Union Members in Houston. According to the post, it occurred at Hong Kong International Airport (HKG).
The video, which has quickly attracted more than 25K views, can be seen below.
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Machinists Union Members should always report any safety issues or concerns immediately, and must never use unsafe or malfunctioning equipment – no matter how important it might seem to complete an assignment on time.
Machinists District 141 Members with safety concerns at their station may contact the IAM141 Safety Department at IAM141.org.
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Feb 5, 2019 | Departments, EAP, Helping Hands, Home
Because of Valentines Day – we are focusing on heart health. Healthy heart factors and risk factors are addressed. Let’s start some discussions around how your heart health can affect your mental health also. Our physical health has a big effect on our mental health.
The past week has seen bone chilling cold across much of the U.S – Lack of sunshine and warmth also affects mental health – we can offer hope and encourage people to take care of themselves through the winter. Sometimes a kind, encouraging word can be a simple and effective way of helping people get through difficult times.
Thank you for your service to others. I am grateful for each of you!
Bryan
Bryan Hutchinson, M.S.
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Feb 4, 2019 | Departments, Education, Home, Video
Feb 1, 2019 | Airlines, American, Departments, Home, Organizing, The Association
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 positions. In other words, the Company could not find their way to “yes” without a caveat giving them unilateral rights to do whatever they want.
At the direction of the mediators, discussions centered largely on the Fleet Service Scope and Classification, M&R/MLS Field Trip Procedures, and the Duration Article. A tentative agreement was reached on the Duration Article; however, pay raises beyond the amendable date were shifted to wage discussions.
We closed the week without significant progress on resolving the Fleet Scope issues. Your negotiating committee remains firm in protecting the work we do in the locations that we do that work. That commitment was strongly conveyed to the Company. We are hopeful the Company recognizes that we need to protect our work and will come prepared to get that done in our next session in Washington, D.C.
The full negotiating committees were in Ft. Lauderdale to support, provide input, and caucus with the Executive Negotiating Committee; including real-time updates throughout the day. The Association remains committed to achieving the compensation, healthcare, retirement, and job security that our members deserve. Your continued support and solidarity are both appreciated and necessary to reach the JCBA you rightfully deserve.
Fraternally,
Your Association Negotiating Committees
Future Mediation Sessions scheduled:
- February 6, 7, 8 DCA
- February 12, 13, 14 ATL
- If necessary, additional days in March to be determined
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Jan 25, 2019 | Airlines, American, Departments, Home, Organizing
Baggage handlers who attend flight academy can keep their flight benefits and health insurance. An agreement between two unions and the airline seals the deal.
There aren’t enough pilots for the nation’s airlines.
As the numbers of highly trained pilots take a nosedive, the demand for air travel is soaring. A pilot’s union is predicting that as many as 7.8 Billion passengers will be moving through the nation’s airports in the next few decades. Meanwhile, the number of highly trained and qualified pilots available to work in commercial aviation has been shrinking since the late 1980s. Boeing is predicting that airlines will need to hire an astonishing 635 thousand new pilots to meet the demand.
The shortage of pilots is creating some stormy skies for commercial aviation. But, it also presents a potential advantage for any airline that figures out a way to recruit and retain highly trained pilots that also happen to be committed to their company.
Two major unions at American Airlines, the Machinists Union and the TWU, struck a deal with the carrier that offers one solution. Both unions have an ongoing alliance that includes over 30,000 employees at American.
The plan is simple and has two parts. First, it identifies employees that are interested in becoming pilots. Next, it maintains their flight benefits, pay and health care while they are attending pilot training. Rinse and repeat.
In addition to protecting the pay rates, pass travel and health insurance of pilots in training, the agreement also protects seniority, vacations and other important benefits while the employees participate in one of the airline’s “Pilot Supply” programs.
Acknowledging the need to “ensure a strong supply of qualified pilots,” as well as protecting the benefits and job security of current employees, American signed a Letter of Agreement with the Machinists Union that formalized the deal in January. The agreement was signed by representatives from the Machinists Union, the TWU and American Airlines.
More details of how American will grant the leaves to future pilots will be announced later. In the meantime, check out the American Airlines Cadet Academy website for more information about the company’s flight training programs. That’s where candidates interested in learning to fly can take the first steps towards becoming a pilot. No flight experience needed.
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Jan 25, 2019 | Departments, Education, Home, Video
