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06/04/2026

06/04/2026

Today, AGCs Troy Rivera and Olu Ajetomobi, along with Special Representative Chris Lusk, attended breakout sessions with Customer Service, Stores, and Ramp members to discuss the Tentative Agreements.
These sessions are an important part of making sure members have the opportunity to ask questions, get clarification, and better understand the proposed language before casting their vote.
We appreciate the members who took the time to participate, ask questions, and stay engaged in the process. An informed membership is a strong membership.

06/03/2026

Know Before You Vote: Profit Sharing

06/02/2026

A Pay Scale That Leads, Not Follows!

06/02/2026

Rumors Don’t Vote. Members Do!

06/01/2026

Happy birthday to all of our members celebrating their special day in June!

05/21/2026

United Airlines Negotiations Update:

May 21, 2026

IAM Members at United Airlines,

IAM District 141 is pleased to announce that Agreements in Principle have been reached through the collective bargaining process.
These agreements cover approximately 32,000 IAM-represented employees across seven contracts.

After months of determined negotiations and the unwavering solidarity of our membership, we have achieved a historic milestone.
Reaching these agreements less than 30 days after the scheduled May 1 wage increase demonstrates the strength, resolve, and unity
of our members across the system.

This proposed five-year agreement delivers meaningful gains and industry-leading improvements, including:

• Industry-leading wage rates across every contract

• 1-step reduction of wage scale progressions

• Expansion of Observed Holidays from 6 to 10

• System-wide layoff protections for all employees on the payroll as of the Date of Ratification

• Improved vacation accrual and enhanced retirement benefits throughout the life of the agreement

• Paid maternity and parental leave

• Stronger grievance procedure protections

• An end to the unlimited use of relief lines

• A signing bonus

• Numerous additional contractual improvements that will directly benefit our members and their families

Complete details outlining all negotiated changes will be made available to the membership no later than Tuesday, May 26, 2026. The District 141 United Airlines Negotiations Committee is currently finalizing the language and preparing the ratification process and schedule.

These achievements were made possible because of the solidarity, patience, and support shown by IAM members throughout this process. Your determination strengthened our position at the bargaining table every step of the way.

I also want to recognize and thank the District 141 Negotiations Committee for their tireless work and steadfast commitment to protecting our membership's interests. Additionally, I extend my appreciation to Air Transport General Vice President Richie Johnsen and his staff for their continued guidance and support throughout negotiations.

This agreement represents more than contractual gains; it reflects the power of unity and the value of standing together in solidarity.

05/21/2026

IAM Local 1781 held its annual Member Appreciation Celebration and first-ever Car Show on May 16 in Burlingame, and the event was a great success.

This special day brought members, families, retirees, and friends together to celebrate our membership and raise funds for our Charity of Choice, Guide Dogs of America | Tender Loving Canines. The event featured member-owned hot rods, lowriders, interactive military vehicles, raffle prizes, kids’ activities, a photo booth, live DJ, and great food for everyone.

We were honored to welcome IAM International GVP Richie Johnsen and Chief of Staff Fraser Edison, who met and mingled with our members.
We also thank the GDA representative who attended and helped highlight the importance of this great cause.

A special thank you to IAM District 141, the Local 1781 Executive Board, all retirees, volunteers, and everyone who helped make this event memorable and successful.
Together, we celebrated our members, supported a great cause, and showed what union solidarity is all about.

05/16/2026

05/16/2026

Local 1781 Member Appreciation KICKING OFF!!!!