Local Lodge 845 - LAS VEGAS - IAM

Microsoft Update Triggers The Largest Tech Disaster in History.

On Friday morning, a global computer outage led to the cancellation of hundreds of flights across the United States, causing delays and confusion at airports nationwide...
According to FlightAware, the top four airlines hardest hit by delays are:

– Delta Air Lines: 469 cancellations (12%) and 627 delays (17%)
– American Airlines: 307 cancellations (8%) and 446 delays (12%)
– United Airlines: 223 cancellations (7%) and 512 delays (17%)
– Endeavor Air: 162 cancellations (24%) and 185 delays (27%)
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The IAM District 141 EAP team is busy training with Labor Assistance Professionals (LAP) to better serve our members. LAP is dedicated to securing comprehensive and affordable alcohol and drug treatment, as well as mental health services, for our members. We also advocate for the development of member assistance programs within labor and seek recognition of labor's crucial role from professional organizations and treatment providers.

🚨 Today is the last day to submit your essay for the 2024 Adolph Stutz Memorial Scholarship Essay Contest! Participants are asked to email their entries to [email protected] by midnight. This year’s theme is “Reviving the American Dream: What Can I Do to Help My Generation Overcome Despair and Build a Better Future?”

This competition is open to the children, spouses, and dependent grandchildren of members with one year or more of good standing in District Lodge 141 of the Machinists Union as of June 1, 2023. This includes graduating high school seniors and those currently enrolled full-time in college or trade school.

The Grand Prize winner will receive a $2,000 award, and six additional winners will each receive a check for $1,000. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity!
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We're excited to announce that the TWU-IAM Association will kick off contract negotiations with American Airlines on August 27th and 28th. Stay tuned for updates and let's stand strong together!
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Unified Airline Workers Gather in Nevada.

The 2024 Machinists Union District 141 Committee Conference kicked off today in Las Vegas, bringing together over 200 union activists, leaders, and grievance committee members from across the United States. The three-day event, which runs until Thursday, aims to network, share ideas, and hone skills as the union enforces 14 separate contracts across eight major companies in the airline industry.

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Last week, we met with United Airlines to set logistics, protocols, and scheduling for our upcoming contract negotiations. To read more, click the link below.

https://iam141.org/united-negotiations-update-4/

This week, AA and UAL EAP Regionals joined forces with Julie Freitchen, Director of the Women's Department at Wipinsinger W3, for an incredible Women's Leadership training session.
Our collaboration with these inspiring leaders and professionals was not just an honor, but a gateway to empowerment and upliftment for women in the workplace. This training was about insights and equipping participants with practical skills for success and personal growth.

Thank you to all the participants for their dedication and enthusiasm!

Union Members at O'Hare Walk Out on Kirby; Sick and Tired of the Same Old Lip Service!!
Last week, we concluded a two-day arbitration case to let United management know we are protecting the work of IAM-represented Customer Service Representatives.

Attention Fleet Service Agents at American Airlines! The Fleet Service Agent Survey is officially out now. Take this opportunity to share your valuable insights and feedback. Don't miss your chance to be heard! Scan the QR code or click on the link below. Additionally, download the QR code to share with others offline.

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A message from PDGC Michael G Klemm: If you haven’t taken the survey yet, there’s still time. New surveys will be collected through Thursday, March 28. For most, the survey will take 6 - 12 minutes to complete, depending on how much detail you want to share.

Again, your voice and insights are critical. I look forward to hearing from you.

Friendly reminder to all members: The deadline to complete your United Airlines Pre-Contract Negotiations Survey is March 28th! Your feedback is invaluable in shaping our future. Scan the QR code to complete your survey today. Let's ensure our voices are heard!

Surveys Now Available for United Contract Negotiations!

Your voice matters in the upcoming contract negotiations with United. Surveys are now live and accessible via the link below or by scanning the QR code.

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📅 **Deadline**: March 28th, 2024

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Thank you for your participation and support. Together, we make a difference!