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  • Air Transport January 21, 2019

    IAM Celebrates MLK Day

    “Sisters and brothers, today we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., a civil rights activist and leader in the movement to end racial segregation in the United States. He was committed to peace, non-violent protest and equality for all.   Throughout his life, Dr. King also stood up for union

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  • Air Transport , Politics & Legislation January 16, 2019

    US Government Shutdown Affects Airport Operations

    The US Government shutdown is having a major impact on the country’s airports. As the longest shutdown in U.S. history continues, an increasing number of TSA agents can no longer afford to come to work without pay causing airports in Washington, Atlanta, Houston and Miami to adjust their security checkpoints. Several airports in the US

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  • Air Transport December 21, 2018

    A Holiday Message

    “In warm appreciation of all your hard work and dedication this year, I’d like to extend my best wishes for a happy holiday season to all IAM members and their families. May you and your loved ones have a hearty, festive holiday season.   I’d also like to acknowledge all IAM members who will be

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  • Air Transport December 7, 2018

    IAM, Aviation Experts Come Together for Safety

    IAM District Lodge 141 this week held its annual Safety Conference in Seattle. The conference unites union leaders and activists, airline representatives and workplace safety experts to share ideas on how to create a safer environment for airline workers and travelers.   “There is no us and them when it comes to protecting our members

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  • Air Transport December 7, 2018

    IAM Commemorates International Civil Aviation Day

    Today is International Civil Aviation Day, annually observed December 7 to raise awareness of the importance of international civil aviation in social and economic development across the globe.   The day was established by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), the United Nations body responsible for developing international standards and safety measures to be followed

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