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New Applications for VLOA Accepted Through June 27

New Applications for VLOA Accepted Through June 27

18 Jun, 2020

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New Applications for VLOA Accepted Through June 27

American Airlines is now accepting new applications for VLOA that would run through September 30, 2020. Applications are due before midnight Central Time on June 27, 2020. All U.S.-based mainline employees except pilots are eligible to apply.

New Applications for VLOA Accepted Through June 27

American Airlines Bargaining Postponed

American Airlines Bargaining Postponed

09 Jun, 2020

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American Airlines Bargaining Postponed

Based on advice from our legal team and agreement with the Teamsters, we have decided not to open bargaining on our contract this year. We will wait until the next amendable period in the hope that the airline's economic status improves so that we would not be forced to bargain over concessionary proposals.

American Airlines Bargaining Postponed

Dues Adjustments for Members on Voluntary Leave or Buyouts

Dues Adjustments for Members on Voluntary Leave or Buyouts

18 May, 2020

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Dues Adjustments for Members on Voluntary Leave or Buyouts

CWA has worked with American Airlines to reduce union dues for members currently on leave. We will pause all dues deductions for members in these groups and then turn the deductions back on when most members in that group should be returning to work.

Dues Adjustments for Members on Voluntary Leave or Buyouts

Increased Unemployment Benefits Under COVID-19 Relief Act

Increased Unemployment Benefits Under COVID-19 Relief Act

10 Apr, 2020

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Increased Unemployment Benefits Under COVID-19 Relief Act

Generally, if you take a leave or a reduction in hours as a result of the current economic downturn, you will be eligible for unemployment insurance benefits. These benefits vary by state. There's a new Q and A available with updated information about these benefits.

Increased Unemployment Benefits Under COVID-19 Relief Act

UPDATE: AFL-CIO State-by-State COVID-19 Resources for Workers

UPDATE: AFL-CIO State-by-State COVID-19 Resources for Workers

07 Apr, 2020

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UPDATE: AFL-CIO State-by-State COVID-19 Resources for Workers

The AFL-CIO has produced a valuable, searchable tool for finding resources, benefits, and information for workers affected by the COVID-19 crisis. This includes details about unemployment benefits in each state. We're sharing that and other new resources with members.

UPDATE: AFL-CIO State-by-State COVID-19 Resources for Workers

News Alert: Face Masks and the VLOA/VEOP Process

News Alert: Face Masks and the VLOA/VEOP Process

06 Apr, 2020

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News Alert: Face Masks and the VLOA/VEOP Process

American will start providing face masks for those front line team members who choose to wear them at work. Masks will be sent to stations throughout early April with more added as supplies increase. Plus information about what to expect if you volunteered for VLOA or VEOP.

News Alert: Face Masks and the VLOA/VEOP Process