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WICHITA, Kan., July 1, 2024 – The 600,000-member International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM), North America’s largest aerospace labor union, released the following statement on the Boeing Co.’s planned acquisition of Spirit AeroSystems: “The IAM is carefully evaluating Boeing’s acquisition of Spirit AeroSystems and will continue to work with management on implementing policies to improve
Read moreThe International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) congratulates IAM Local 709 members on the delivery of the 2,700th Lockheed Martin C-130 Hercules airlifter. This a significant milestone achieved by IAM Local 709 members at Lockheed Martin’s Marietta, GA plant.
Read moreWorkers across the U.S. are looking toward unionization in growing numbers, and that is why the IAM has coordinated training for leaders making the first contacts with prospective members. Basic Training for Organizers (BTO) is a training initiative started in 2023. It teaches best practices and principles of IAM organizing that helps representatives in these
Read moreThe Kentucky/Tennessee Joint State Council of Machinists recently met in Lexington, Ky., to strategize and equip members with the knowledge and tools to fight anti-union legislation, grow the joint council, and advocate for policies that benefit IAM members in Kentucky and Tennessee. Paul Kendall, IAM Assistant to the General Secretary-Treasurer (GST), provided an update on
Read moreIn Greek mythology, Calypso is said to be the daughter of Titan god Atlas. Atlas has been burdened for eternity to hold the heavens and the sky in place to protect all life on Earth. Some interesting creativity went into naming the first human occupied Boeing spacecraft, Calypso, because this first crewed flight test will
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