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March 2018

OPENSKIES UNION POSITIONS

Sisters and Brothers: We would like to inform you that Francois Bisi has resigned his position as shop steward for personal reasons. We want to extend our gratitude for Francois’ hard work on behalf of his IAM Brothers and Sisters. Also, at this time we would like to announce that we are looking for potential volunteers […]

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American Derails Negotiations

In this period between scheduled negotiating sessions, the Association leadership met with American Airlines management principals in the hope of better understanding each other’s position on the outstanding issues that need to be resolved in order to conclude negotiations.  Significant issues, including wages, job scope protection, pensions and medical benefits remain open. The Association entered

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IAMAW/AIR WISCONSIN AIRLINES CORPORATION MRP NEGOTIATIONS UPDATE

The parties met for Negotiations on March 14, 2018 at the Wyndham, Chicago O’Hare. Present for the Company were Bob Frisch, COO and Tina Vos, Managing Director Human Resources.  Present for your Union were General Chair, Jerry Lemke, Negotiation Committee Members Allan James Ross, Jason Saledas, Seneca Harris and Gary Vargo.   Joining your Negotiating Committee

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ALASKA AIRLINES NEGOTIATIONS UPDATE

Sisters and Brothers: The joint Alaska Airlines Negotiating Committee continued negotiations with Alaska Airlines management March 13-15, 2018, in Newark, New Jersey. Represented by the Company were: Greg Mays, Vice President/Labor; Wayne Newton, Vice President/AOCS; Jeff Butler, Vice President/Inflight & Call Centers; Bob Hartnett, Labor Director; Denise Kliskey, COPS Labor Manager; Melinda Mayor, Division Controller;

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IAM&AW DL 142 / ALLIED AVIATION – EWR NEGOTIATIONS UPDATE

Your Negotiating Committee, along with the Union Representatives and the Company, met on Tuesday, February 27 and Wednesday, February 28.  Articles concerning compensation were discussed, but still require further discussion.  Article 10 was discussed and was agreed upon, that no changes are necessary at this time.  The discussions now revolve around the compensation package, regarding

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ALASKA AIRLINES NEGOTIATIONS UPDATE

Sisters and Brothers: The joint Alaska Airlines Negotiating Committee continued negotiations with Alaska Airlines management this past week in Anchorage, Alaska.  This session was dedicated to RSSA contract issues. Represented by the Company were: Greg Mays, Vice President/Labor; Wayne Newton; Jason Berry, Managing Director Cargo; Bob Hartnett, Labor Director; Denise Kliskey, COPS Labor Manager; and,

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