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  • iMail , News February 11, 2010

    2010 IAM Scholarship Deadline February 26

    The deadline to apply for a 2010 IAM Scholarship Award is fast-approaching. Applications must be postmarked no later than February 26, 2010, to be considered.   Information on eligibility requirements and how to request an application is available at http://www.goiam.org/iamscholarship.   “The scholarships are a great opportunity for children of IAM members – and members

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  • iMail , News February 9, 2010

    Contractors to Run U.S. Space Program?

    In a letter to President Obama, IAM President Tom Buffenbarger warns of significant domestic job losses, potential security breaches and the loss of important new technologies if the administration moves forward with its plan to have NASA rely on the private sector to develop and operate the nation’s manned space program. “NASA plays a critical

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  • iMail , News February 9, 2010

    Court to Pratt: ‘Stay Where You Are’

    In a major legal victory for Connecticut’s IAM members, the U.S. District Court issued an injunction against Pratt & Whitney, prohibiting them from moving work and equipment out of their Cheshire and East Hartford CARO operations. The decision by Judge Janet Hall sustains a lawsuit brought by IAM District 26 on behalf of more than

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  • iMail , News February 9, 2010

    Support Airline Workers, Complete the FAA Bill

    The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has existed on eight short-term funding extensions since the funding legislation first expired in September 2007. Meanwhile, the FAA needs updated safety, infrastructure and modernization programs, as well as protections for worker rights.  An updated bill would also bring thousands of jobs. Please visit www.ttd.org to contact your Senators to

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  • News February 7, 2010

    Court to Pratt: ‘Stay Where You Are’

    Judge Hall Rules Cheshire & CARO Moves Violate Union Agreement February 5, 2010 Kensington, CT – Connecticut’s US District Court tonight issued an injunction against Pratt & Whitney, prohibiting them from moving work and equipment out of their Cheshire and East Hartford CARO operations. The decision by Judge Janet Hall sustains a lawsuit brought by

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