Southwest Airlines and the Aircraft Mechanics Fraternal Association (AMFA) have successfully reached a Tentative Agreement (TA) benefitting the airline’s mechanics and related employees.
Adam Carlisle, Vice President of Labor Relations at Southwest Airlines, acknowledged the dedication of their Mechanics & Related Employees, stating, “Our Mechanics & Related Employees work around the clock to safely maintain our aircraft, and we reached a Tentative Agreement that rewards them and helps Southwest maintain an efficient operation. I’m pleased with the work from AMFA and Southwest that led to reaching this agreement quickly.”
AMFA National President Bret Oestreich highlighted the significance of the tentative agreement, emphasizing AMFA’s commitment to protecting work, raising standards, and increasing recognition for Aircraft Maintenance Technicians (AMTs) and related professionals. Oestreich stated, “The AMFA negotiating committee has reached a tentative agreement with Southwest Airlines that, if ratified by membership, will elevate the Southwest Airlines Aircraft Maintenance Technicians (AMTs) to industry-leading compensation. Our members control their own destiny by exercising their right to vote, and their voices will be heard through our democratic organization.”
The agreement encompasses Southwest’s extensive workforce of over 2,800 mechanics and related employees, including aircraft maintenance technicians, aircraft inspectors, maintenance controllers, and training instructors. AMFA will provide its members with detailed information regarding the agreement and the voting timeline directly.
This tentative agreement marks a significant milestone in the collaboration between Southwest Airlines and AMFA, aiming to enhance the working conditions and recognition for the skilled workforce responsible for maintaining Southwest’s aircraft fleet.
