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The 2,900 fleet, passenger service and reservation employees at AirTran Airways voted to join the Machinists (IAM).
The National Mediation Board conducted the Internet and telephone vote between Feb. 28 and March 28, 2011. The IAM already represents passenger service and reservation employees at AirTran’s proposed merger partner, Southwest Airlines.
“Whatever the outcome of AirTran’s proposed merger with Southwest, AirTran employees understand the need for professional representation during this critical time,” said IAM Vice President Robert Roach.
This was a grassroots campaign, and I commend our organizing committee and AirTran employees for taking this positive step toward a better, more secure future.
IAM District 141 President Rich Delaney adds:
As airlines consolidate, merge and partner with each other to protect themselves, the employees of AirTran realize that joining together is the best protection they have.
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