Disruptive Passenger Causes United Flight to Return to Newark
A United flight bound for Israel was forced to turn around and return to Newark airport early Sunday morning due to a disruptive passenger. The flight, which had already been delayed by two hours, had only been in the air for three hours before the incident...
The Machinists Union held its Grand Lodge Convention in Las Vegas this week. This year, District 141 was recognized with a special award for its efforts at union organizing. District President, Mike Klemm, was specifically honored for his pioneering efforts in growing the Union, which is expected to add more than ten thousand new union members over the next few years.
141 Report: PHX Committee Grows in Strength
Trina David, Committee Chair, with Dan Robinson and Brian Harrison, who serve as Committee Representatives, are elected to represent over 1,000 members working at American Airlines in Phoenix. Census numbers released this week show that the city of Phoenix, Arizona is...
Machinists Applaud Bipartisan Infrastructure Legislation
[supsystic-social-sharing id='3']The Senate on Aug. 10 passed the massive piece of legislation that includes funding for rebuilding the nation’s roads, airports, passenger and freight rail, and bridges and expanded broadband access. The Machinists Union supports the...
Hawaiian Airlines Negotiations Update
Aloha Sisters and Brothers of Hawaiian Airlines,A couple of weeks ago, we informed you that we would advise you of any new developments with Hawaiian Airlines and the scheduling of negotiations. Last night we confirmed with the carrier that we will meet the week of...
Machinists Union Advocacy: More Funding for More Jobs
[supsystic-social-sharing id='3']The Machinists Non Partisan Political League seeks to advance public policy that benefits airline and aerospace workers. To support the work of the MNPL, please consider recurring, automatic donations of any amount today. Click Here to...
District 141 Board Appoints Two New Officers
[supsystic-social-sharing id='3']The IAMAW District 141 Executive Board voted unanimously to appoint Derrick Monk to the position of District Trustee and named Tony Colina District Vice President At-Large, effective January 1. District President Mike Klemm announced...
141 Report: Union Strong Sister in Hawaii
IAM District Lodge 141 Report with Host Dave Lehive is a weekly podcast featuring Machinist Union Members and Allies of the Labor Movement. Our Video report airs every Friday at 2:00 PM EST (1:00 CST) on Facebook and Youtube and is also on Spotify. This week's 141...
IAM District 141, United Airlines Agree to Expedited Contract Talks
IAM District 141, United Airlines Agree to Expedited Contract Talks Good morning Sisters and Brothers, IAM District 141 and United Airlines met this week in Chicago, IL, and agreed to...