M&R Negotiations Committee Update March 13, 2009
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M&R Negotiations Committee Update Febuary 17, 2009
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M&R Negotiations Committee Update Febuary 12, 2009
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Joint Negotiations Committee Update Febuary 12, 2009
Joint Negotiations update for the week ending February 13th. Today we received specific details from NMB Mediator, Terri Brown, regarding our next scheduled session. The information is available here.
Joint Negotiations Committee Update January 30th, 2009
The following is a summary of our first mediation session that took place on January 29, 2009, in Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas.
We met with Mediator Terri Brown from 10:00AM -1:00pm. Mediator Brown has been involved in mediations in both the rail and the aviation industry in the past. All committee members present introduced themselves and provided the Mediator information on their cities and title groups they represent. Our financial consultant, John Donnelly, provided a presentation for the mediator and the committee.
Ms. Brown will decide when and where the parties will be meeting in the future. She will also ensure the process moves accordingly. She answered all our questions regarding the mediation process.
Mediator Brown met with both parties and scheduled the next mediation sessions on March 24 -26 in the Dallas - Ft.Worth metroplex. She scheduled future dates for April 21-23; and May 12-14, 2009, with locations to be determined at a later date.
Thank you for your continued support.
M&R Negotiations Committee Update January 27, 2009
To: All Members of AA Locals 501 – 590
From: John M. Conley
Re: Mediation Update – M&R and Tech Spec Negotiations - TWU/AA
Dear Brothers and Sisters:
The ATD has received case numbers and a mediator has been assigned regarding the Maintenance and Related and Technical Specialist negotiations with American Airlines.
The case numbers are as follows: Maintenance and Related A – 13495, Technical Specialist A – 13494. Mediator Jack Kane has been assigned both cases. He will contact the parties to schedule meetings. Assistant Director Robert Gless, International Representative Don Videtich and International Vice President Dennis Burchette, respectively, will manage the process from this office.
Further details and information will be forthcoming.
Press Release - M&R Negotiations Committee January 26, 2009
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M&R Negotiations Committee Update January 26, 2009
As an update from our previous communication the Mechanic and Related Negotiating Committee announces the following:
For the last 14 months, we have negotiated with Management in the interest of our Members and the longevity of this company. The company has not made any progress on economic issues.
After lengthy discussions the Mechanic and Related Negotiating Committee determined that in order to secure an agreement we must move to the next step in Railway Labor Act negotiation process and request mediation.
So today Monday January 26, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. The TWU International filed an application for mediation with the National Mediation Board on behalf of the Mechanic and Related group.
Now all contract groups under AA are in the mediation process. We will update you as soon as more information becomes available e.g. mediator assigned, meetings dates and locations. We look forward to working with the Federal Mediator that is assigned.
The M&R Negotiating Committee recognizes these are difficult times and appreciate your support and patience as we work towards an agreement.
M&R Negotiations Committee Update January 14, 2009
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To: All Members of AA Locals 501 – 590
From: John M. Conley
Re: Mediation Update - Joint Negotiations - TWU/AA
Dear Brothers and Sisters:
A date and time for our first mediated session was established this morning. The full Joint Committee will convene with Mediator Terri Brown on Thursday, January 29, 2009 at 10:00 at the ATD Offices. Mediator Brown will meet that afternoon independently with the TWU International and the following morning with American’s Chief Negotiators. She has scheduled a meeting with the collective group of principals-only, Friday afternoon, January 30th.
The Company apparently posted a premature notice regarding this session as part of their negotiations update yesterday. This was unfortunate as the local press released information that had not yet been confirmed.
Further updates will follow.
Joint Negotiation Committee Update December 29, 2008
To: All Members of AA Locals 501 -590
From: John M. Conley
Re: Mediation Update -Joint Negotiations - TWU/AA
Dear Brothers and Sisters:
Mediator Terri Brown has been assigned to all cases referenced in the Joint Group.
All future correspondence related to these cases must be addressed to her and she will be in contact with the parties to schedule meeting dates, times and locations predicated upon overall availability. We may have an initial session(s) as early as mid to late January or possibly mid to late February 2009.
Further information will be forthcoming - have a Happy New Year!
Joint Negotiation Committee Update December 15, 2008
To: All Members of AA Locals 501 – 590
From: John M. Conley
Re: Mediation Update - Joint Negotiations - TWU/AA
Dear Brothers and Sisters
As you know, the TWU filed for mediation this past Monday, December 15, 2008. The ATD received notice yesterday that our application was received and docketed; independent case numbers have been issued for each of the contract groups in question (Fleet Service, Ground Service, Stores, Flight Simulator Technicians and Ground School Instructors). We anticipate a Mediator(s) will be assigned next week and contact established with the parties shortly thereafter.
Assistant Director Bobby Gless and International Representative Tim Gillespie will serve as primary and secondary contacts, respectively, and communicate directly with the NMB regarding logistics, including locations, dates, meeting times, etc. They will work in concert with International Vice President Dennis Burchette and the various committee chairs as we navigate this process.
Further updates will be forthcoming – please have a happy and safe holiday!
M&R Negotiations Committee Update December 16, 2008
The Mechanic and Related Negotiating Committee represents Aviation Maintenance Technicians, Overhaul Support Mechanics, Aircraft Cleaners, Parts Washers in Title I, also Plant Maintenance Mechanics, Plant Maintenance Man, Utility Man, Building Cleaners, Cabin Cleaners in Title II
From our previous communication the M&R negotiating committee had a place holder to meet with management on December 15th.
It has since been confirmed the next meeting dates with the management are:
January 13 9:00 – 5:00
January 14 9:00 – 5:00
The location is to be determined.
The M&R Negotiating Committee recognizes these are difficult times and appreciate your and support as we work towards an agreement.
Joint Negotiation Committee Update December 15, 2008
To: All Members of AA Locals 501 – 590
From: John M. Conley, ATD Director
Re: Reflections on 12.2 to 12.12 AA “SuperSession” Negotiations
To say I am disappointed would be a gross understatement – it is difficult to distinguish between arrogance and ignorance, referring to the company’s comprehensive proposal of December 12. Are they destitute of knowledge, unaware, untutored - or simply antagonist, arrogant and domineering? Perhaps a combination of all, as the TWU addressed sensitive issues and offered creative solutions that were countered with nothing but the same lethargic, uninspired, one sided demands that are the hallmark of AA negotiating tactics. We did not ignore the competitive realities or economic frailty of the current environment. In fact, our proposals were anything but destructive, toxic or unrealistic – after all, intuitively, an unhealthy employer does not serve the intrinsic interests or needs of our members. We negotiated with a full understanding of industry challenges; we considered forward looking seminal contract changes while protecting and enhancing the economic interests of our members.
In the end, we negotiated with the intent of satisfying the interests of both parties. However, the Company came to the table with a small carrot and big demands – demands that were short sighted, unrealistic, impotent efforts to achieve what other carriers could only execute in a bankruptcy court room. The TWU presented resourceful solutions that addressed the company’s long term needs in substantive ways while protecting current and future members. Since our efforts went unacknowledged and undervalued, we will be hard pressed to consider cornerstone subjects such as these in future negotiations. American squandered an opportunity to achieve equilibrium and long term competitive parity by overreaching – the TWU did not refuse to consider timeworn, foundational modifications – which if enacted, would have positioned American to compete and succeed, providing stability while balancing the opportunity for our members to realize gains, now and prospectively. In the end it was a losing proposition, as American Airlines demanded that we leave the “unborn” behind.
We remain unequivocal in our commitment to our members, our future members, and the future of our Union. A formal application for mediation services was submitted this a.m. and we anticipate a case number being assigned by week’s end. Further updates will be forthcoming.
Joint Negotiation Committee Update December 12, 2008
The TWU Joint Negotiating Committee represents Title III Fleet Service, Title IV Ground Service, Title V Stock Clerks, Simulator Pilot and Ground School Instructors, and Flight Simulator Technicians.
An announcement will be made regarding status of negotiations between the TWU and AA relative to Federal Mediation on Monday, December 15.
Joint Communications Statement December 2, 2008
In order to minimize distraction and allow the involved parties to focus solely on the Joint Committee super session, American Airlines and the TWU have agreed to suspend all communications regarding the negotiations until the session ends. A negotiations update on the result of the super session negotiations will be provided at the conclusion of the session.
AA Negotiations Update 11-20-08
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AA Negotiations Update 10-31-08
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AA Negotiations Update 10-27-08
TWU Joint Committee Meetings
AA Negotiations Update 10-24-08
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AA Negotiations Update 10-10-08
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AA Negotiations Update 10-03-08
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AA Negotiations Update 09-26-08
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AA Negotiations Update 09-19-08
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AA Negotiations Timeline Update 08-25-08
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AA Negotiations Update 08-22-08
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AA Negotiations Update 08-19-08
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AA Negotiations Update 08-15-08
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AA Negotiations Update 08-14-08
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AA Negotiations Update 07-18-08
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AA Negotiations Update 07-11-08
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AA Negotiations Update 07-03-08
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AA Negotiations Update 06-20-08
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AA Negotiations Update 05-29-08
Yesterday American Airlines notified the TWU by letter that their comprehensive proposals dated May 13, 2008 is now officially withdrawn from the bargaining table. This in effect positions the Union’s March 6, 2008 comprehensive proposal as the last table position.
During the week of June 9th-13th your Committee Chairmen will be meeting internally to validate our last table position prior to the Company’s comprehensive proposal.
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AA Negotiations Update 05-16-08
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AA Negotiations Update 05-02-08
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AA Negotiations Update 04-25-08
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AA Negotiations Update 04-18-08
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AA Negotiations Update 04-11-08
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AA Negotiations Update 03-28-08
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AA Negotiations Update 03-20-08
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AA Negotiations Update 03-07-08
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AA Negotiations Update 02-29-08
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AA Negotiations Update 02-22-08
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AA Negotiations Update 02-15-08
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AA Negotiations Update 02-08-08
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AA Negotiations Update 02-01-08
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AA Negotiations Update 01-25-08
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AA Negotiations Update 01-18-08
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AA Negotiations Update 01-11-08
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AA Negotiations Update 12-07-07
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AA Negotiations Update 11-16-07
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AA Negotiations Update 11-09-07
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TWU Opening Statement by John Conley - ATD Director
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AA Negotiations Update 11-02-07
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ALL Local presidents and Members 501-590
On October 3, 2007, informal talks between Transport Workers Union and American Airlines ended without any agreements having been reached. Naturally there has been a large amount of curiosity and speculation about what was offered during those discussions.
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All AA Local Presidents & Members
On September 17, 2007 American Airlines and the Transport Workers Union began informal, facilitated discussions that may have led to a possible contract extension. Today, Wednesday, October 03, 2007 those informal talks have ended and no agreements have been reached. The TWU has continued preparing for formal talks that will begin in November and is looking forward to advancing the will of their membership.
AA Negotiations Update 09-28-07
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AA Negotiations Update 09-21-07
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AA Correspondence
Correspondence between James C. Little and Gerard Arpey regarding the possibility of seeking non-traditional compensation, and a possible contract extension.
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All AA Locals & Members 501-590
At the request of the Company, the AA Presidents Council has authorized a Sub-Committee, chaired by the International to explore the possibility of seeking non-traditional compensation, and a possible contract extension.
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AA Negotiations Update 09-14-07
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AA Negotiations Update 08-24-07
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AA Negotiations Update 08-10-07
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