Airline Division Director, Representatives Attend ExpressJet Craft Meeting in TYS
On December 12th, Airline Division Director David Bourne and Representative Chris Moore travelled to Knoxville, Tennessee to attend the ExpressJet (XJT) maintenance craft meeting.
The meeting was chaired by Local 783 Business Agent Jason Brown and Local 783 Vice President John Stovall. Updates were given on Local business as well as grievances and the current state of contract negotiations at both ExpressJet and Atlantic Southeast Airlines. A very productive discussion ensued regarding improved communications at the Local and system wide levels.
Commenting on the discussions, Director Bourne ensured the mechanics that they will continue to see improvements in their representation and communications.
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