-
LATEST NEWS March 1, 2021 -- On February 26, 2021, the National Mediation Board (NMB) Investigator Josie G.M. Bautista notified all parties of the next phase of investigation regarding NMB Case No. R-7557...The IAM/TWU promised you could vote on the Association and never delivered on that promise. AMFA is now working hard to get you that vote. We appreciate your support.
February 24, 2021 -- We wanted to give you an update following AMFA’s filing for a representation dispute on your behalf with the National Mediation Board (NMB) for the American Airlines (AA) Mechanic and Related workgroups. As outlined in our last update, dated December 10, 2020, we have been assigned both an NMB Case No. R-7557 and NMB Investigator Josie G.M. Bautista. AMFA’s legal counsel has been in contact with the NMB and Investigator Bautista regarding the status of the investigation. Due to the January election, impeachment hearing, and numerous closings-threats within Washington, DC, the NMB offices were in quarantine for 2 weeks, resulting in the Investigator having minimal access to the NMB offices.
February 8, 2021 -- Like many of their passengers, Alaska Airlines seems to be growing weary of Covid-19. Recently, Alaska Airlines began enforcing an ambiguous attendance policy in a manner never before seen — one that includes discipline for the use of accrued sick leave and lower thresholds for counseling or discipline than before the pandemic. Strangely enough, the new enforcement policy was put into action at the peak of the pandemic’s surge. This change in enforcement policy occurred while another special Covid policy mandating workers to stay home if they have Covid symptoms or were possibly exposed to the virus was in effect, coinciding with the CDC’s prevention steps and guidelines. The new draconian attendance policy enforcement is in direct conflict with the special policies instituted at the onset of the pandemic to provide additional protection and safety during these unprecedented times.
NEWSLETTERSAMFA is resolved to finding the most efficient means of communicating with the aircraft maintenance technician and related. Part of this mission is AMFA's monthly "National Brief," and quarterly "Grapevine."
SAFETY & STANDARDSSafety is the cornerstone of the pact between the technician and the flying public, and is an integral part of the Association, from industrial safety to professional standards to a fully capable accident investigation team. From the beginning, AMFA has embraced safety by maintaining a leadership position at both the local and national level instead of relegating it to a "committee."OUR AFFILIATESPer the AMFA Constitution, the Association may affiliate with groups "that will be in the best interest of the members of the Association..." after a referendum of the membership has been accomplished.NEWSLETTERSAMFA is resolved to finding the most efficient means of communicating with the aircraft maintenance technician and related. Part of this mission is AMFA's monthly "National Brief," and quarterly "Grapevine."
SAFETY & STANDARDSSafety is the cornerstone of the pact between the technician and the flying public, and is an integral part of the Association, from industrial safety to professional standards to a fully capable accident investigation team. From the beginning, AMFA has embraced safety by maintaining a leadership position at both the local and national level instead of relegating it to a "committee."OUR AFFILIATESPer the AMFA Constitution, the Association may affiliate with groups "that will be in the best interest of the members of the Association..." after a referendum of the membership has been accomplished.
ABOUT AMFAThe Aircraft Mechanics Fraternal Association is a craft specific, independent aviation union. It is not an industrial union and represents only aircraft maintenance technicians and related employees in the craft or class in accordance with the National Mediation Board Rules and their dictates. AMFA is committed to elevating the professional standing of technicians and to achieving progressive improvements in the wages, benefits, and working conditions of the skilled craftsmen and women it represents.LATEST NEWSHere you'll find the latest news, updates, and relevant information regarding the Association, including our Facebook and Twitter feeds.
Click here to download the new AMFA Smartphone App
Available in both Apple and Android platforms.
LOCALSAMFA has a unique organizational structure driven by membership participation at the local level. The AMFA Constitution establishes and enhances membership control of their local. Each local is governed by its own bylaws approved by the membership, who is represented by a democratically elected Local Executive Council (LEC).ABOUT AMFAThe Aircraft Mechanics Fraternal Association is a craft specific, independent aviation union. It is not an industrial union and represents only aircraft maintenance technicians and related employees in the craft or class in accordance with the National Mediation Board Rules and their dictates. AMFA is committed to elevating the professional standing of technicians and to achieving progressive improvements in the wages, benefits, and working conditions of the skilled craftsmen and women it represents.LATEST NEWSHere you'll find the latest news, updates, and relevant information regarding the Association, including our Facebook and Twitter feeds.
Click here to download the new AMFA Smartphone App
Available in both Apple and Android platforms.
LOCALSAMFA has a unique organizational structure driven by membership participation at the local level. The AMFA Constitution establishes and enhances membership control of their local. Each local is governed by its own bylaws approved by the membership, who is represented by a democratically elected Local Executive Council (LEC).