Negotiations Update

Sisters and Brothers, Since the resumption of mediated negotiations between the Association and American Airlines on September 16, the parties have met multiple days over five weekly sessions. Although progress has been slow, it has been positive and productive. The...

Negotiations Update

Negotiations continued in Washington, DC this week. Some progress continues to be made and the negotiating committees were briefed. Your Executive Negotiators remain committed to achieving the best contract in the industry. Additional dates are scheduled for next...

Negotiations Update

Helping Hands October: Retirement

Our focus is on Retirement and how to prepare for retirement. Retirement is an important issue for many of our folks - preparing for retirement isn't just about money - it is also about being emotionally prepared and having a plan about what you will do and how you...

Hawaiian Airlines Joint Negotiation Team Begins Preparation for Talks

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Local 811 Calls for Donations, Privacy for Injured Coworker

Machinists Union members at IAH are rallying around a critically injured ramp agent who many know as a humble and hard-working friend. Ulysses Cruz was severely injured by an Allied Aviation van, according to officers of the International Machinists and Aerospace...

John Staton, Jr. Named District 141 Vice President At-Large

John Staton, Jr. was appointed to the position of District 141 Vice President At-Large, effective immediately. District 141 President and Directing General Chair Mike Klemm announced the decision at the annual IAM141 Committee Conference. Staton joined the Machinists...

Barb Martin Appointed to District 141 Trustee Position

IAMAW District 141 President Mike Klemm has announced the appointment of Barb Martin to the position of District Trustee, effective October 1, 2019. “Barb has always been a great asset to the IAM, and a great defender of airline workers,” said District 141 President...

Activism Recognized at Airline Worker Union Conference

District 141 Legislative and MNPL Director Dave Roderick introduced the first MNPL 141 Club Awards to union activists who support legislation and public advocacy that improves workplaces in the airline industry. The awards were presented on the second day of the 2019...

Airline Workers Gather for District 141 Committee Conference

Airline workers with IAMAW District 141 are gathered in Las Vegas for the 2019 Committee Conference. Each year, the conference brings together elected union leadership from airports around the nation to network, share information, and celebrate the successes of the...

The Association Negotiations Update

Negotiations continued at the National Mediation Board offices in Washington, DC this week. Some progress on issues other than Scope, Retirement, Healthcare and Wages was made. Your Executive Negotiators remain committed to achieving the best contract in the industry....

Tropical Storm Imelda Leaves Thousands Grounded in Houston

Flash flooding from Tropical Storm Imelda hammered the Houston area this week, causing over 900 flight delays and cancellations at Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). The historic storm stranded thousands of passengers and employees for hours. Airport officials...