Machinists Call for One Level of Aircraft Safety and Security

“Since 9/11 we have tightened up the physical security at U.S. airports and required airline employees to pass stringent background checks,” said General Vice President Robert Roach, Jr. today at  a hearing of the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Homeland Security Subcommittee on Transportation Security and Infrastructure Protection. 

IAM Launches Voter Rights Campaign for Air & Rail Workers

The National Mediation Board (NMB) is proposing historic changes to the rules governing representation elections in the air and rail industries, and the NMB is inviting comments from the public. With the near-certain prospect of additional consolidation in the airline industry, workers at United, Continental and all carriers need to understand how a rule change proposed by  NMB would dramatically increase their chances of retaining their contracts, retirement benefits and seniority rights.

NMB Proposes Fair Air/Rail Elections

The National Mediation Board (NMB) this week took the first step toward overhauling the union representation election rules for air and rail workers in the United States. The NMB is proposing to change the threshold for a successful union election from a majority of eligible voters in a classification to a majority of voters who actually participate in the election.

Machinists Withdraw Delta Fleet Service Single Carrier Application

The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) today withdrew the single carrier application it filed with the National Mediation Board (NMB)on behalf of Delta Air Lines and Northwest Airlines’ fleet service employees on August 13, 2009. The withdrawal is in response to Delta’s insistence that fleet service representation issues be resolved at the same time as passenger service and office & clerical employees, whose single carrier applications have yet to be filed.

NMB Considers Rule Change for Air and Rail Elections

In what would be a dramatic improvement to the rules governing union elections for airline and railroad employees, the National Mediation Board (NMB) is weighing a request from the AFL-CIO to allow representational elections to be decided by a majority of workers who cast ballots.

Machinists Rally in NYC for Air and Rail Jobs

More than 500 IAM members marched on Times Square in New York City this week for a rally to support Delta Air Lines workers’ right to organize into unions and to urge government investment in high-speed rail.

2009 Transportation Conference Underway In New York

August 18, 2009 - More than 400 delegates and guests are in New York City this week for the 2009 IAM Transportation Conference, where a distinguished line-up of speakers declared their support and solidarity with North America’s air and rail workers.

Machinists Union Files for Elections at Delta Air Lines

August 13, 2009 - The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) today took the necessary steps to resolve representational issues for 12,700 fleet service, flight simulator technician and plant protection employees at the combined Delta Air Lines and Northwest Airlines.

Minnesota Member Wins $3,000 Union Plus Scholarship

August 11, 2009 - Minnesota Local 1833 member Victoria Cheek is among 12 winners of the 2009 Union Plus Union Leaders of the Future Scholarship program who will receive one-time cash awards to help with the cost of continuing their education.

IAM, Delta Meet to Discuss Single Carrier Status

August 4, 2009 - The Machinists Union met with Delta Air Lines executives today to discuss the carrier’s progress toward becoming a single carrier following Delta’s acquisition of Northwest Airlines.

Machinists Call for Merger Status Meeting with Delta Air Lines

The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) today sent a letter to Delta Air Lines Chief Executive Officer Richard Anderson asking for a meeting to discuss issues stemming from Delta’s merger with Northwest Airlines.

Machinists Union Files for AirTran Representation Election

June 29, 2009 - The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) today announced it has asked the National Mediation Board (NMB) to hold a representation election for more than 2,000 fleet service, passenger service and reservation employees of Orlando-based AirTran Airways.

New Contract for 5,300 Agents at Southwest

June, 2009 - District 142 today announced membership ratification of a new collective bargaining agreement with Southwest Airlines. The four-year agreement covers the carrier’s 5,300 customer service and reservation agents and was approved by 54 percent of the members voting.

Winpisinger Center Hosts NWA/Delta Strategy Meeting

June 12, 2009 - More than 50 District 143 representatives and local activists attended a Northwest Airlines/Delta Air Lines organizing campaign strategy meeting this week at the IAM’s William W. Winpisinger Education and Technology Center in Maryland. 

IAM at Forefront of Airline Safety Efforts

June 9, 2009 - The Machinists continue to lead the fight in helping to ensure a safer work environment for the men and women employed at our nation's airlines.

Machinists Help Pass TSA Bill

June 5, 2009 - The IAM Transportation and Legislative Departments worked closely with the AFL-CIO’s Transportation Trades Department (TTD) to ensure passage in the U.S. House of Representatives of a Transportation Security Administration (TSA) reauthorization bill that contains important security protections for Machinists Union members.

Senate Confirms Obama's FAA and NMB Picks

May 27, 2009 - The Senate recently confirmed Linda Puchala as a member of the three-person National Mediation Board (NMB) and Randy Babbitt as Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

House Passes FAA Reauthorization Bill

May 27, 2009 - The House of Representatives has passed the FAA Reauthorization Bill containing many of the major provisions the Machinists Union has spearhead in recent years.

Machinists Call for Major Changes in Airline Industry

May 13, 2009 - International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) General Vice President Robert Roach, Jr. today called for major changes to the airline industry in testimony before the Aviation Subcommittee of the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation on the subject of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Reauthorization Act of 2009.