iamaw Archives - District 142 https://atd142.org/tag/iamaw/ IAMAW Fri, 05 Jun 2026 19:37:48 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://atd142.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/3-Color-IAMAW-Emblem-100x100.png iamaw Archives - District 142 https://atd142.org/tag/iamaw/ 32 32 IAM/Southwest Airlines Official Call for Contract Proposals https://atd142.org/iam-southwest-airlines-official-call-for-contract-proposals/ Fri, 05 Jun 2026 19:37:44 +0000 https://atd142.org/?p=36338 Dear Sisters and Brothers: Now that the IAM has filed Section 6 openers under the Railway Labor Act for Southwest Airlines, we are ready to begin the next step in negotiating your Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA): issuing the official Call for Contract Proposals. Submitting contract proposals is a crucial way for you, as IAM members […]

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]]> IAM/Swissport PHX Ramp and Fleet Shop Steward and Local Information https://atd142.org/iam-swissport-phx-ramp-and-fleet-shop-steward-and-local-information/ Fri, 05 Jun 2026 17:23:55 +0000 https://atd142.org/?p=36335 Dear Sisters and Brothers: We are proud to announce that four IAM Shop Stewards from the Swissport PHX Ramp/Fleet operation have been installed by the Union and acknowledged by Swissport leadership:                                                              Earlisha Sires-Gulley                                                              George Williams                                                              Lawren Smallwood                                                              Salina Baca These four new Union Stewards will be instrumental in supporting and representing […]

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]]> Tentative Agreement Ratification Vote Information for IAM Members at Amentum/Customs & Border Protection https://atd142.org/tentative-agreement-ratification-vote-information-for-iam-members-at-amentum-customs-border-protection/ https://atd142.org/tentative-agreement-ratification-vote-information-for-iam-members-at-amentum-customs-border-protection/#respond Fri, 05 Jun 2026 16:58:22 +0000 https://atd142.org/?p=36318 Dear Sisters and Brothers: Following the conclusion of negotiations and the Tentative Agreement (TA), we wanted to share the timeline and details concerning ratification. Your negotiating committee members will be available at the Homestead CBP site beginning on the morning of June 10 and continuing on June 11 until late afternoon (specific times for both […]

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]]> https://atd142.org/tentative-agreement-ratification-vote-information-for-iam-members-at-amentum-customs-border-protection/feed/ 0 IAM/Signature Flight Support MDW Negotiations Update https://atd142.org/iam-signature-flight-support-mdw-negotiations-update-2/ Thu, 04 Jun 2026 22:07:03 +0000 https://atd142.org/?p=36330 Dear Sisters and Brothers: Negotiations for a new Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) began this week, with meetings held near the MDW airport. This week was primarily dedicated to proposed language changes in Articles 3, 4, 5, 12, 13, 15, 16, 17, and 18, as well as all schedules in the back of the contract. All […]

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]]> IAM and Southwest Airlines Prepare to Open Negotiations https://atd142.org/iam-and-southwest-airlines-prepare-to-open-negotiations/ Tue, 02 Jun 2026 19:56:41 +0000 https://atd142.org/?p=36313 Dear Sisters and Brothers: Monday, June 1, 2026, District 142 formally notified Southwest Airlines of our intent to open Section 6 negotiations under the Railway Labor Act for our Collective Bargaining Agreement. As we begin this important process, we want to emphasize that we approach these negotiations with professionalism, optimism, and a strong commitment to […]

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]]> Tentative Agreement Reached for IAM Members at Amentum/Customs & Border Protection https://atd142.org/tentative-agreement-reached-for-iam-members-at-amentum-customs-border-protection/ https://atd142.org/tentative-agreement-reached-for-iam-members-at-amentum-customs-border-protection/#respond Tue, 02 Jun 2026 14:26:01 +0000 https://atd142.org/?p=36292 Dear Sisters and Brothers: IAM District 142 held Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) negotiations with Amentum last week in Homestead, FL. In a significant shift from prior rounds of bargaining, the Company proposed standardizing IAM Union CBAs across all Customs & Border Protection sites in the United States, requiring a complete reorganization of the agreement. This […]

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]]> https://atd142.org/tentative-agreement-reached-for-iam-members-at-amentum-customs-border-protection/feed/ 0 IAM/Swissport PHX Ramp & Fleet Official Call for Contract Proposals https://atd142.org/iam-swissport-phx-ramp-fleet-official-call-for-contract-proposals/ Thu, 28 May 2026 18:40:41 +0000 https://atd142.org/?p=36193 Dear Sisters and Brothers: As District 142 prepares for contract negotiations with Swissport, we are posting an official Call for Contract Proposals. Submitting contract proposals is one important way for you, the new IAM members at Swissport Ramp & Fleet, to be directly involved in negotiations for your first contract. Please use the QR code […]

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]]> Honoring the Professionals Who Keep Aviation Moving https://atd142.org/honoring-the-professionals-who-keep-aviation-moving/ Sun, 24 May 2026 11:01:42 +0000 https://atd142.org/?p=36161 Dear Sisters and Brothers: This Sunday, we proudly recognize National Aircraft Maintenance Technician (AMT) Day, a day dedicated to honoring the skilled professionals who keep the world flying safely. The observance is held each year on May 24th in recognition of Charles Taylor’s birthday, the first aircraft mechanic. Taylor worked alongside Orville and Wilbur Wright […]

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]]> McGee Lead Premium Pay https://atd142.org/mcgee-lead-premium-pay/ https://atd142.org/mcgee-lead-premium-pay/#respond Fri, 22 May 2026 21:36:25 +0000 https://atd142.org/?p=36137 Dear Sisters and Brothers: Shortly after the contract was ratified in 2025, McGee informed us that it would not pay the $6 Lead Premium when a Lead worked overtime covering an agent. After discussions to resolve the dispute were unsuccessful, we proceeded through the grievance process and ultimately appealed the case to arbitration. The Union’s […]

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]]> https://atd142.org/mcgee-lead-premium-pay/feed/ 0 IAM/Southwest Airlines NCP Membership Update https://atd142.org/iam-southwest-airlines-ncp-membership-update/ Wed, 20 May 2026 23:25:50 +0000 https://atd142.org/?p=36115 Dear Sisters and Brothers: Congratulations on your recently ratified Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA). This important achievement reflects the strength, solidarity, and commitment of the membership and marks a meaningful step forward for everyone covered by the agreement. As we move ahead together, we encourage all of you to take an active role in supporting the […]

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