American, AGAIN, Shows Their Corporate Greed

Brothers and Sisters, The Association leadership met with American Airlines executive management Wednesday, April 3rd in Washington, DC. The idea was to have an unfiltered discussion with company decision makers to, hopefully, break the logjam in negotiations. The...

A TRUCK INVOLVED IN COLLISION WITH AMERICAN AIRLINES PLANE HAD BEEN REMOVED FROM SERVICE NINE TIMES

The incident was included in the findings of a recently published union safety study The study by UnionSafe 141 recorded and tracked more than 15 thousand safety issues The findings come as American Airlines is under pressure by the FAA and Mechanics for pressuring...

Helping Hands April: Men’s Mental Health

Men's Mental Health is the focus for April. Some common beliefs that prevent men from accessing mental health resources are addressed. Tips for maintaining good mental health appear on page two. For those of you receiving this is electronic form, there are several...

ASSOCIATION NEGOTIATIONS UPDATE

Brothers and Sisters, If American Airlines wants to throw down their version of facts from two people who have never participated in a negotiating session, that’s their prerogative, we’ll throw down the real facts from those who were actually there. Fact: The...

Knowledge is Power

Educators from District 141 held a Shop Steward...

ASSOCIATION NEGOTIATIONS UPDATE

Brothers and Sisters, This week, American Airlines not only continued to slow roll negotiations, THEY ACTUALLY JUST STOPPED. American’s arrogance and obstinance at the table is a tell-tale sign of their mistaken belief that this membership is okay with them forcing...

2019 Adolph Stutz Memorial Scholarship Open for Applicants

Each year, our District awards several of these scholarships to qualified and deserving members — or their children, grandchildren or spouses — who are pursuing a college education. The scholarship amounts usually range between $1,000 and $2,000. An independent...

(Archives) 2019 Bylaw Referendum Vote Passed Final Results & New Bylaws

DOWNLOAD PDF >> The following are the results of the District Lodge 141 Bylaw Referendum Vote. Use the link below to view your local lodge. 141, 368, 511, 561, 601, 731, 804, 811, 845, 846, 914, 949, 1018, 1044, 1287, 1322, 1351, 1445, 1487, 1635, 1725,...

FAA Grounds 737 MAX Amid Increased Concerns

For most travelers, getting on a brand new plane is a treat. Besides that “new plane smell,” passengers expect that a new aircraft, like a new car or appliance, will offer the latest advances in technology, safety and comfort. When that aircraft is the newest version...

Tips for Writing and Winning Union Scholarship Essay Contests

Want to unlock troves of cash for college? Here are a few easy tips that will absolutely help your essay edge out the competition. Know the Rule Book Better than the Competition Playing smart is the same thing as playing well. Did the contest require proof of...

5 NEW CLASSES THAT MACHINISTS UNION MEMBERS CAN TAKE FOR FREE THIS SPRING

Members of the Machinists Union only pay to send their kids (or themselves) to school if they want to. Thanks to a partnership with Eastern Gateway Community College, members of the world’s largest transportation and aerospace union and their families can earn an...

Three Injured After Commutair Jet Skids Off Runway

A CommutAir plane carrying 28 passengers and three crewmembers slid off the runway upon landing in Presque Isle, Maine (PQI). The incident happened on March 4th at 11:30 AM EDT. The 50 seat Embraer 145 was traveling from Newark, New Jersey (EWR) to Presque Isle, which...