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US Airways & Former America West Flight Attendants |
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Flight Attendants At US Airways Reach Tentative Agreement For Merged Contract
If Ratified, Contract Unites 6,700 US Airways & Former America West Flight Attendants
Phoenix – Association of Flight Attendants-CWA, AFL-CIO (AFA) union negotiators representing Flight Attendants working for the merged US Airways and former America West Airlines announced agreement on a single, combined contract late last night. The AFA presidents of each pre-merger airline, Mike Flores, representing pre-merger US Airways Flight Attendants and Deborah Volpe, representing pre-merger America West Flight Attendants, issued the following joint statement:
“This is about moving forward. These negotiations have been arduous, frustrating and far too long. The process began in the midst of an industry restructuring and on the cusp of this new consolidation era. Until we gained the right to federal mediation with oversight by the National Mediation Board, management did not take our members seriously. Now, they do. We have been focused on reaching an agreement that recognizes the contributions of Flight Attendants to the success of the airline and getting that agreement in the hands of members for their consideration. And now, we will." Read Full Media Release>>
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United Airlines Flight Attendants |
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Flight Attendant Union Reaches Tentative Agreement With United Airlines
Washington, DC, January 7, 2012 – United Airlines Flight Attendants, represented by the Association of Flight Attendants-CWA (AFA), successfully reached a tentative agreement with management today for 15,000 pre-merger United Flight Attendants. The agreement was reached with oversight from the National Mediation Board (NMB) through expedited mediation with airline management.
“There can be no doubt that if it were not for the clear commitment of United Flight Attendants in supporting our elected leadership and negotiating committee, we would not have been able to achieve these results. Pending leadership approval, the United AFA members will carefully consider the tentative agreement for ratification. Together, we will better our lives and our profession through our solidarity as we work towards improving our future. Next, we will achieve a Single Contract that is good for Flight Attendants, good for the company and unite us all,” said Greg Davidowitch, president of AFA at United Airlines. Read Full Media Release>>
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Aer Lingus Flight Attendants |
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Aer Lingus Flight Attendants Mobilize For Union Election With the Association of Flight Attendants
AFA Files for Election for U.S. Based Aer Lingus Flight Attendants
 Washington, DC, January 6, 2012 – In less than a month an overwhelming majority of Aer Lingus Flight Attendants mobilized to unify their work group for union representation with the Association of Flight Attendants-CWA, AFL-CIO (AFA). AFA today filed with the National Mediation Board (NMB) the signed authorization cards seeking AFA representation.
“The U.S. based Flight Attendants working for Aer Lingus perform the same essential first responder duties as their Irish counterparts and 25,000 United Flight Attendants, without the same pay, benefits and work rule protections afforded by a legally binding contract. This joint venture was dreamed up by management for the sole purpose of avoiding the legal obligations of a contract and a commitment to workers. It is a failed labor model and the U.S. based Aer Lingus Flight Attendants are making that clear today by calling for an election to gain a voice at work and the right to collective bargaining,” said AFA International President Veda Shook.
“We are excited to gain democracy and the right to collective bargaining at work, just like our counterparts who are based in Ireland. Aer Lingus operates differently than most U.S. airlines – it is a European Carrier. Our Irish-based flying partners have been happily unionized for many years and the collaborative worker/management relationship is a benefit for everyone. We, ‘Unite Aer Lingus IAD,’ look forward to the same benefits at work: collaborating on improvements that will benefit our airline and Aer Lingus Flight Attendants,” said AFA supporters at Aer Lingus. Read Full Media Release>>
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ExpressJet Flight Attendants |
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After Union Election, Flight Attendants Vow To Protect Careers At New ExpressJet
Washington, DC – The Association of Flight Attendants-CWA (AFA) encourages crewmembers to unify at the new ExpressJet following the election results announced by the National Mediation Board today. The election included approximately 1000 Flight Attendants represented by AFA and approximately 1200 Flight Attendants represented by the Machinists. AFA received 666 votes while the Machinists’ union received 1065 and 26 voted for no union.
“We have been proud members of the Association of Flight Attendants-CWA since we gained representation 20 years ago. We had hoped to unify all crewmembers at the new ExpressJet through our Flight Attendant union, but our primary objective must be that we unify and stand together for the best circumstances at our newly merged airline. The most important point today is that we have a voice at work through union representation. With collective bargaining rights under attack all over the country, we are still a union work force with a union contract and we have the ability to be full partners in the success of our airline,” stated Lindsay Gardner, president for AFA at Atlantic Southeast Airlines. Read Full Media Release>>
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Democracy Upheld |
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Flight Attendant Union Welcomes Court Ruling That Upholds Democratic Elections For Aviation Workers
Calls on Congress to Scrap Anti-Worker Labor Provision in FAA Reauthorization
Washington, DC, December 16, 2011 – The Association of Flight Attendants-CWA (AFA) issued the following statement today after the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia upheld the National Mediation Board’s (NMB) decision to stop assigning “no” votes to workers who do not participate in union elections:
“This decision confirms that the National Mediation Board has full and absolute authority to bring democracy to union elections in their jurisdiction. We urge Congress to move forward with a clean, long-term reauthorization of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Read Full Media Release>>
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American Eagle Flight Attendants |
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Flight Attendant Union Protects American Eagle Flight Attendant Jobs
Washington, DC, December 16, 2011– The Association of Flight Attendants-CWA (AFA) this week was successful in securing contractual voluntary leave options for American Eagle Flight Attendants who wish take time away from work. This voluntary furlough program was announced after American Eagle management announced plans to shutter a portion of the operation, displacing over 100 Flight Attendants.
“AFA will continue to focus on protecting Flight Attendants and their families,” said Robert Barrow, AFA president at American Eagle. “In the midst of this difficult time, we will ensure Flight Attendants are included in the process to restructure. Every American Eagle Flight Attendant is invested in the success of the airline and it is gratifying that we are able to provide protections for even our most junior members.” Read Full Media Release>>
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Alaska Airlines Flight Attendants |
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Flight Attendant Union Opens Negotiations at Alaska Airlines With Eye On Future
Washington, DC, November 30, 2011 - Alaska Airlines Flight Attendants, represented by the Association of Flight Attendants-CWA (AFA), this week opened negotiations with management on a collective bargaining agreement covering the nearly 3,000 Flight Attendants at the carrier.
“We are confident that management will recognize the contributions that Flight Attendants have made to the record-breaking profits and operational performance Alaska Airlines has experienced recently. We anticipate working with management to achieve improved work rules, compensation, and flexibility in our schedules while ensuring the future of our careers,” said Jeffrey Peterson, AFA president at Alaska Airlines. Read Full Media Release>>
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American Eagle and American Airlines Flight Attendants |
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Flight Attendant Union Prepared To Protect American Eagle Flight Attendants Through Airline Bankruptcy
Washington, DC, November 29, 2011 – The Association of Flight Attendants-CWA (AFA) International President Veda Shook issued the following statement today after AMR, the parent company of American Eagle and American Airlines, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy reorganization:
“As details emerge regarding the restructuring of American Eagle and American Airlines, AFA is prepared to represent the best interests of the American Eagle Flight Attendants. The AFA leadership at American Eagle is fully engaged in responding to the bankruptcy filing and, along with our financial and legal advisors, will monitor developments closely. We also are committed to working closely with the Association of Professional Flight Attendants, coordinating efforts as we protect our Flight Attendant careers.
“AFA will continue to defend the jobs, pay and benefits for the over 1,500 Flight Attendants at American Eagle. We are committed to protecting American Eagle Flight Attendants, ensuring the long-term success of the airline and working swiftly through the bankruptcy process with as little disruption as possible. Today’s filing does not change pay, benefits or working conditions for Flight Attendants as their contract remains intact. Read Full Media Release>>
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