Robert Rodriguez

Swissport

IAM/Swissport PHX Ramp & Fleet Official Call for Contract Proposals Closed

Dear Sisters and Brothers: The call for proposals officially closed on June 23, 2026. We extend our sincere appreciation to all members for sharing their input, feedback, and concerns during this process. It is important that you sign up for email and text message alerts from District 142 before negotiations begin. To do so, visit

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IAM/QANTAS AIRWAYS LAX NEGOTIATIONS UPDATE FOR JUNE 29

Dear Sisters and Brothers: The parties reconvened for 3 days of negotiations this week in Phoenix, AZ at the District 142 offices. Joining both parties were Nathan Safe, QF Industrial Relations Manager, and Jeff Montebello, Head of Line Maintenance, both from Sydney.  Progress was again made this week with an Agreement in Principle being reached

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Southwest Airlines

IAM/Southwest Airlines Official Call for Contract Proposals EXTENSION

Dear Sisters and Brothers: Due to the strong interest following our recent online proposal writing webinar, and to ensure that all participants have sufficient time to contribute and have their voices heard, we are extending the proposal submission deadline to July 12, 2026. To date, we have received approximately 300 submissions, compared to more than 2,000 submissions during

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District 142 PDGC Member Engagement Webinar on Feb 18, 2026 to be rescheduled soon

Dear Sisters and Brothers: Due to the technical issues with Microsoft Teams, we are going to reschedule the webinar for today to a date in the near future. Please watch for an update in the coming days.  Thank you for your understanding and patience. John M. Coveny, Jr.President/Directing General Chair

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IAM Air Transport Territory Visits Lufthansa Technik Workers in Puerto Rico and Reaffirms Commitment as Contract Talks Resume

Dear Sisters and Brothers: Leaders from the IAM Air Transport Territory recently visited Lufthansa Technik workers in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico, to officially welcome the group to the IAM Air Transport Territory and to congratulate members for standing strong against a decertification effort and voting to remain in the IAM Union. Read: IAM Union Lufthansa Technik Workers

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