Local 512

May 23, 2026

My fellow 512 family,

There are ongoing discussions involving the American Airlines Board of Directors regarding possible leadership and management changes within the company. We are also hearing that input from our fellow unions may be part of those conversations.

While changes at the top may occur, they do not necessarily mean immediate changes to our daily operations or working conditions. As always, the frontline members continue to keep this airline moving safely and efficiently every day.

Turning to our operational issues, the situation has continued to grow worse. Many members are now describing the operation here at Chicago ORD as a “clown show” or “shit show,” and we understand the frustration behind those comments. While the company continues to push the operation in this direction, we must continue to protect ourselves by following proper procedures at all times.

Recently, we had an incident involving engine damage on K5. This is a reminder that situational awareness and following procedures by the book are critical to avoiding injuries, damages, and accountability issues placed on our members. We understand there may be equipment shortages at times, but members must not use out-of-service equipment or remove out-of-service tags simply to find equipment to continue the operation. Doing so can lead to aircraft damage, personal injury, or injuries to other members.

If you come across equipment that needs to be placed out of service, do so immediately. Every member has the right and responsibility to remove unsafe equipment from service.

We also continue hearing concerns about overlapping trips and unrealistic assignments. Members are reminded that we only accept and work one trip at a time. If you are assigned overlapping trips, immediately inform your CSM and Control that you will work one trip at a time safely and correctly. We are not responsible for covering operational failures by attempting to multitask multiple active assignments at once.

We strongly encourage the ABR team to document and record times when:

• You are assigned two trips at once.
• A trip is already underway while you are still working on another assignment.
• You are placed in unsafe or unreasonable operational situations.

Please continue bringing these issues to the union’s attention by emailing us, stopping by the field office, or speaking directly with your union rep regarding concerns at the ROC and throughout the operation.

Protect yourself, follow procedures, and continue looking out for one another.

Local 512 will continue to monitor developments and keep members informed. Our priority remains protecting our members, defending our work, and addressing the operational and safety concerns that affect all of us on the job.

This summer, we will continue to supply electrolyte freeze pops at the field office for our members.

Sincerely and fraternally,

Juan Elvira

President – TWU Local 512

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