ExpressJet

Sisters and Brothers, After more than six years of negotiations, IAM International President Robert Martinez, Jr. today requested that the National Mediation Board (NMB) issue a “proffer of arbitration” to the IAM and ExpressJet in an attempt to conclude the years-long contract negotiations. A “proffer of arbitration” can be requested and/or refused by either party […]

Dear Sisters and Brothers: On Thursday, March 30, part of Interstate 85, near Piedmont Road collapsed north of downtown Atlanta, after a massive fire broke out.  It has been reported that all five lanes of the highway in each direction will be closed for the foreseeable future.   Georgia DOT has warned all motorists to stay off

Sisters and Brothers,  Your IAM Joint Contract Negotiations Committee met from Monday, March 20 and continued through Friday March 24, 2017 in San Antonio, Texas. Your committee exchanged several proposals with the Company on the following Sections: Section 4, Scheduling –  We have passed several proposals regarding scheduling issues such as bidding adjustments, picking up,

Sisters and Brothers, Recently, Melissa Brennan was assigned to assist on another project with the Union.  While she is working on this project, Sara Gonzales will assume Melissa’s assignments.    Effective immediately:  Sara will be handling all ERJ stations, Marche will continue handling all CRJ stations. Should you have any questions or concerns, please contact your

Sisters and Brothers, Effective March 5, 2017, ExpressJet Flight Attendants Lora Berntsen, Debby Tucker and Audra Bruner have been appointed to the position of Grievance Representative.  Air Transport District 142 appointed these positions per the LL2339N Bylaws.  Their responsibilities will include the administration of the Collective Bargaining Agreement for their respective bases. Lora was hired

Brothers and Sisters, As we reflect on Black History Month, and celebrate those who have fought not only for human rights but also equal rights, we sat down with one of our own IAM Flight Attendants in Cleveland to find out just what Black History Month means to her and her family. Terri Leblanc has

Sisters and Brothers, Your IAM joint contract negotiations committee met from Monday, February 20 and continued through Thursday,  February 23, 2017 in Phoenix, Arizona. Your committee exchanged several proposals with the Company on the following Sections: Section 4, Scheduling –  Our focus this session was on the part-time programs.  Our goal is to include all

Sisters and Brothers: Through the Grievance Mediation process, CRJ Et al Grievance #1643 Vacation Accrual has been settled.  This grievance was filed based on the contractual language Section 12.A.1 and all other applicable provisions of the CRJ CBA. Vacation is accrued for each month of longevity.  January 1st of each year vacation days accrued the previous year are earned.  Only earned

Sisters and Brothers, National Group Protection (NGP) will be in the crew rooms in February and March to conduct a supplemental benefits enrollment for IAMAW District 142 members at ExpressJet.  Please meet in person with a benefit counselor to enroll or make changes to your existing coverage.  Members can enroll in any of the crew

Sisters and Brothers: Are you currently going out on a COLA/TOWOP or on an unpaid leave of absence from ExpressJet and want to avoid a lapse in dues?  Please visit our IAMAW app, click on the “Leave Status” tab, and update your membership status by filling out a quick questionnaire; someone will contact you with