Feb 17, 2025 | News
Time is running out! TWU Local 556 Supplemental Insurance Open Enrollment will close on Friday, February 21, 2025. If you have not yet reviewed your options, now is the time to connect with a Benefits Counselor by calling the Benefits Enrollment Center at 1 (800) 768-6219, available Monday through Friday from 0800 to 1700 Central Time.
Feb 14, 2025 | Negotiations, News, TA2024
Red Eye flying officially starts on February 13, 2025. Your TWU Local 556 Red Eye Negotiating Team would like to share a few updates and plans from the team, along with resources provided by our Education Committee. No matter your seniority or Base, please review this valuable information.
What You’ll Find Below
– Red Eye Negotiations
– Red Eye Evaluation Period
– Data Gathering Tools
– Education: Current Red Eye Protections
– Fast Fact Friday: Red Eye Flying
Feb 14, 2025 | Education Committee, News
The day has arrived! After much preparation, the beginning of Red Eye flying has commenced. And while there are many feelings surrounding this new type of flying, we are committed to ensuring our Members are aware of the language protections and what your Union is doing to keep the collective safety and interests of our Membership at the forefront. Article 8.8, Article 11.18, and Article 21.26 have language specific to Red Eye flying. Let’s delve into a super-sized Fast Fact Friday regarding Red Eye flying!
Jan 29, 2024 | Negotiations, News, Union Business
Members of TWU Local 556 have had enough, and have shown it through action: Your resounding YES votes authorizing your board to strike and your strong NO vote on TA 2023 have demonstrated you need more from Southwest Airlines.
Your action is the fuel moving process forward. Your TWU Local 556 Negotiating Committee comes to you today with important updates on our plan to take your anger with us as we fight to get back to the table with the ultimate mission of getting you the Contract you have earned.
Jun 30, 2023 | News, Newsletter, Union Business
Catching Up with Local 556 With the arrival of summer, we are greeted with warm weather, sunshine, and the opportunity to soak up some much-needed vitamin D. However; we are also faced with the challenges that come with this season, including hurricanes, weather...
Jun 5, 2023 | Grievance Committee, News
COVID 19 Grievance Settlement The Union is pleased to announce we have reached a settlement to address the majority of our outstanding COVID-19 group grievances. These group grievances ensured: No Flight Attendant was terminated due to vaccination status. Continued...