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 Statement by the Union Coalition at United Airlines Regarding Possible Airline Industry Consolidation Involving United Airlines “United CEO Glenn Tilton’s dream of finding a dance partner for our airline
appears, by most accounts, closer to becoming a reality," begins the April 15
statement by the coalition, which represents more than 48,900 of the
airline's workers. "Unlike bankruptcy ... a merger would require United
executives to address employee concerns if it is to succeed. United Airlines Mechanics Vote to Become Teamsters (Washington, D.C.) –
United Airlines mechanics overwhelmingly
chose the Teamsters Union as their collective bargaining representative by a
vote of 4,113-2,631, the National Mediation Board announced Monday. Turning to the Teamsters: United Airlines Mechanics Unite for Strength and Security
Sergeant First Class (SFC) Farkass, a furloughed UAL mechanic from Indianapolis, holds up his vote confirmation in Iraq. "My name is Charles Farkass, formerly of United Airlines. I am currently deployed with the U.S. Army here in Tallil, Iraq and I voted for the Teamsters. Thank you for getting AMFA out and a real union in!! Hopefully you can make a change at United for the better!" The Committee for Change and Teamsters thank you,
Brother Farkass, for serving our country and for taking the time to vote!
UAL Mechanics' Election Set for February 26 The National Mediation Board
notified the Teamsters Union and 9,300 active and furloughed United Airlines
mechanics that a representation vote will take place between February 26 and March
31. United Airlines mechanics are ready for their Teamster election! The Teamsters Union has been working in close partnership with UAL mechanics for several months in order to bring change to United Airlines. Organizing started two years ago as a grassroots effort by a group of UAL mechanics who were seeking a change for the better. There is now a major, nationwide effort by UAL mechanics to gain Teamster representation. Why are hundreds of UAL mechanics actively seeking to secure the International Brotherhood of Teamsters as their future union representative? The Teamsters is a powerful, effective organization that is 1.4 million members strong. The Teamsters Airline Division and Teamsters Aviation Mechanics Coalition are leading the fight against outsourcing and working toward a secure future for all aviation mechanics. Teamster mechanics contracts provide for strong scope (job protection) language, solid wages, benefits and retirement security at 11 carriers, including Continental Airlines, Frontier Airlines, and UPS. Please take the time to find out more about this exciting time for UAL mechanics and what the Teamsters are all about!
Change to Win Supports United Airlines
Mechanics What the Teamsters Offer The Teamsters have the will, the expertise, and the vision to effectively represent UAL mechanics.
Strong Contracts in the Aviation Maintenance Industry:
Teamsters Hold Informational
Meeting for UAL Mechanics
The Issues
Hit hard by the 9/11 tragedies, bankruptcies, and outsourcing, UAL mechanics, like many other aviation mechanics, face a struggle to remain in the middle class. The Teamsters are front and center, bringing attention to mechanic concerns, gaining nationwide press, calling on Congress, and demanding change for the better in the aviation industry. Outsourcing
Teamsters Alarmed by Reports of UAL 747s Grounded Due to Foreign Repair Station
Error
Letter from General President Hoffa to the Honorable
Robert A. Sturgell, Acting Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration
(FAA)
Newsom, Hoffa Warn United Over Closing Huge SFO Facility
Labor, Political Leaders Call on United Airlines to Stop Outsourcing Jobs
Obama Supports
Teamsters in Fight Outsourcing at United Airlines
Barack Obama’s recent letter to the Teamsters Aviation Mechanics Coalition expresses his support of the Teamsters in their fight against outsourcing at United Airlines.
Teamsters, Business Travel Coalition
Co-Sponsor Airline Maintenance Outsourcing Summit
All airline mechanics live with the threat of outsourcing. A mission of the Teamsters Aviation Mechanics Coalition is to fight this problem in every possible arena. Articles on this issue also appear in the newsletters listed below.
Pensions As Teamsters, UAL mechanics will have the opportunity, if they so choose, to join the Western Conference of Teamsters Pension Trust pension plan for a secure retirement. Articles on this issue also appear in the newsletters listed below. Recently, the Teamsters held a national conference call with representatives from the Western Conference of Teamsters Pension Trust (WCTPT). An informative presentation and a Q&A session were held. United Airlines mechanics from across the nation had the opportunity to call in with questions about securing their retirement with the Teamsters and get the answers from the experts! Hear the audio from the two sessions.
The International Brotherhood of Teamsters has researched and prepared a comprehensive report on the United Airlines Mileage Plus program and the termination of employee pensions, calling for any profit realized from the sale of the current divisions of UAL Corp., such as Mileage Plus, to be used to restore pension liabilities.
Scope Job protection is critical in the volatile airline industry. Teamster contracts provide for clear, indisputable scope language that protects mechanic jobs. Articles on this issue also appear in the newsletters listed below.
“What isn’t wrong with AMFA”? That’s what many aviation mechanics (not just at UAL) are asking themselves. From the suicide strikes at Northwest to grievances put on hold indefinitely at UAL, the future looks grim for UAL contract negotiations under AMFA in 2009.
The Committee for Change The Committee for Change was formed in 2005 by a group of UAL mechanics. The Committee for Change has dedicated itself to bring the strong representation of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters to United Airlines. The Teamsters’ resources, professionalism and strong negotiating history provide us with the hope of a rewarding and stable career at United Airlines. We have been joined by the majority of our fellow mechanics in our efforts to secure our future, and together we are on track to making this a reality. Learn more about the committee at www.teamstersatual.com.
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