ASSOCIATION NEGOTIATIONS UPDATE

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

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...

FAA Grounds 737 MAX Amid Increased Concerns

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

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...

Three Injured After Commutair Jet Skids Off Runway

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...

Ramp Worker Struck by Lightning in Little Rock

Ramp Worker Struck by Lightning in Little Rock

A bolt of lightning struck a UPS ramp worker upside the head as he loaded a 757 freight plane at Clinton National Airport (LIT) this week. 52-year-old Darin Campbell is expected to make a full recovery after lightning struck him in the head while he was working a...

Helping Hands March: Women’s Health

Helping Hands March: Women’s Health

March is Women's health month - we focus on women's mental health. There are some resources for anyone who may be experiencing difficulties, primarily focused on mental health from a woman's perspective. I encourage you to use the links so you are familiar with the...