The Aircraft Mechanics Fraternal Association (AMFA) announced today that its members working at Alaska Airlines (ASA) have ratified the tentative contract agreement with the airline.

This five year contract includes raises totaling 13.1% over the life of the agreement and a signing bonus, making our ASA members the 2^nd highest paid Mechanics in the passenger airline industry. In addition, the contract includes an annual wage review to guarantee their wage ranking over the life of the agreement. The agreement also provides job protection, merger protection, a medical premium cap, and other enhancements.

AMFA is an independent craft union and now represents the two highest paid Aircraft Mechanic groups in the airline industry. AMFA's credo is "Safety in the air begins with quality maintenance on the ground." To learn more about AMFA, visit www.amfanational.org