For the last couple weeks I’ve remained silent on the politics and allegations that have swirled around our union – partly because I was on vacation and partly because of the serious consideration this subject is due. There are a number of issues at hand internally and externally that will obv...

It’s been four weeks since the announcement of FAR 117 and the fact that cargo was excluded. Several of the major reasons are cited below, excerpted from the FAA’s own press release and rulemaking documents:

Last week the MEC met for a Special Meeting to determine our negotiations strategy for the next 12 months. Would RLA Section 6 or continued Interim Talks (with a 3% raise) get us closer to concluding contract negotiations as we negotiate for better work rules, benefits, protections, and compensation...

Next week the MEC will be having a special meeting to determine the course of negotiations throughout 2012. If the MEC opts to take the 3%, we continue in status quo of Interim Talks for the next 12 months and can return to RLA Section 6 Negotiations after the February 2013 bid month. If the ME...