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A group of Michigan security guards employed by Triple Canopy, Inc. has voted to remove the power of United Government Security Officers of America (UGSOA) union officials to mandate union dues as a condition of employment. The vote, known as a "deauthorization" election, took place by mail in April and May, but the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) only recently released the full vote count.
Employees at the San Francisco Airport Marriott Waterfront Hotel have initiated a process to remove UNITE-HERE Local 2 union officials from their workplace. Erika Chavez, a hotel employee, has submitted a petition for this purpose to the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) Region 20 in San Francisco. Chavez received free legal aid from the National Right to Work Legal Defense Foundation.
One day before the start of the Munich Oktoberfest, Lufthansa's traditional “Trachten” costume crew is set to take off again. Lufthansa flight attendants will depart from Munich to Osaka today, followed by a traditional costume flight to Johannesburg on September 30. For many years, it has been a tradition for the crew to wear traditional Bavarian garments on numerous European and German routes from Munich during the Oktoberfest season. Additionally, Lufthansa ground staff at the gates in Munich Terminal 2 greet passengers in this traditional dress. Instead of the classic...
Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA), Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield (URW), and Delta Air Lines have announced significant progress in their commitment to local, minority-owned business participation at LAX Terminal 3. This initiative includes 22 minority business owners collaborating to enhance the guest experience for Delta's customers and other travelers.
All articles from the May/June 2024 issue of Foundation Action are now available online.
John Wayne Airport Receives $20 Million FAA Grant for Accessibility Improvements
A graduate student at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) has filed federal charges against the MIT Graduate Student Union (GSU-UE), an affiliate of the United Electrical Workers union, and the university administration. The student, Katerina Boukin, alleges that they are illegally using student money for union political activities.
Air France is set to expand its global network for the winter 2024-2025 season, serving nearly 170 destinations across 73 countries. This expansion includes eight additional routes, with five new destinations.
Launched by Air France in 2009, "Premium Economy" has been renamed "Premium," further emphasizing the unique travel experience associated with this spacious and comfortable cabin offering a greater sense of privacy. Designed for customers to fully enjoy its superior standards of comfort, Premium is available throughout the Air France fleet and long-haul network.
Air Canada narrowly averted a pilots' strike on Saturday. The airline and the Air Line Pilots Association announced a tentative deal for wage increases of about 42% over four years, preventing the issuance of a strike notice on Sunday.
Swedish startup Heart Aerospace has unveiled the full-scale demonstrator of its future 30-seat hybrid electric airliner. The prototype of the ES-30, which resembles a cross between a De Havilland Dash-7 and an ATR 52, features a glider-like 100-foot wingspan and four wing-mounted electric motors.
At the beginning of the year, there was concern over the expiration date for Hertz benefits associated with Capital One’s suite of Venture cards. The Venture X card offers Hertz Presidents Club status, while the Venture card provides Five Star status.
United Airlines has introduced a creative solution to enhance the business class experience, utilizing a makeshift 'ice bucket' to keep champagne chilled during flights. This innovation was highlighted by a passenger, Suzanne Brooks, who shared her positive experience on social media.
American Airlines rolled out a new automated phone system this summer, featuring an AI-sounding voice that required customers to listen to a minute-long greeting before proceeding. The system initially did not recognize requests for an "agent" until the greeting was completed.
Southwest Airlines has introduced a new feature for its Companion Pass holders, allowing them to change their designated companion online. Previously, customers had to call the airline to make this change.
Turkish Airlines, based in Istanbul, operates one of the most extensive international networks globally and enjoys a stellar reputation. Despite this, a recent flight experience from Seattle to Istanbul revealed some mixed results.
A passenger's decision to have their 10-year-old child sit alone on flights has sparked significant debate online. The parents claim this practice benefits their son's mental health, despite the controversy it has generated.
The Balboa Island Museum Exhibit at John Wayne Airport takes travelers on a century-long journey through the history of coastal Orange County. The display features scenes of legendary citizens, including John Wayne, Duke Paoa Kahanamoku, Laura Scudder, the Irvine Family, the Beek Family, Walt Disney and Disneyland, and the Nixon Library. These figures have significantly contributed to Orange County culture and impacted life at the beach.
On September 14, 2024, a passenger on an Air Arabia flight from Amsterdam to Morocco resorted to defecating in the forward galley after being informed that the lavatories were unavailable for landing. The incident was reported by A Fly Guy's Crew Lounge on Twitter, highlighting the challenging situation faced by the cabin crew.
The National Right to Work Legal Defense Foundation has issued a special legal notice to approximately 30,000 Boeing employees affected by the strike order from International Association of Machinists (IAM) union officials last week.