Atlas Teamsters Action Message: Recent Episodes
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The ATAM is a bi-monthly message from the ExCo and Communications Committee that updates the membership on the current issues facing YOUR union.
Mark explains why a combined seniority list can't be produced for AAWW and The Mole talks hiring and possible FAA events from AIMS mistakes. Epic Fail for Flt Ops. Don't miss this episode!
Mark discusses mendacity and it is the theme for this episode. The Mole with more Flt Ops missteps and an Epic Fail on a GDO. This one is short, but not to be missed!
What is a Pyrrhic victory? Mark explains and why AAWW just got one. Union Leadership response and the Mole on the happenings in Purchase. Epic Win and company promises you will hear. You need to hear this episode!
You don't know what you've lost until it's gone. Mark looks at AAWW's business happenings and the Mole talks Employee Handbook. Epic Fail is classic on this one, don't miss it!
Mark breaks down waiting and why it is so difficult. The Mole laughs and an amazing Epic Fail! Don't drown in your own tears, listen to this episode now!
Mark confronts hypocrisy in management and the Mole describes the chaos in Purchase. Proactive Epic Fail that still failed. All this and more, don't miss this episode!
Join Mark as he explains solidarity. The Mole discusses blown gaskets in a management meeting. Painful Epic Fail and a SVP Letter explained by the ATAM. Don't miss this episode!
Mark breaks down the industry news and the Mole has information about the company employee survey. Epic Win and a new website from you know who...don't miss this episode!
Mark examines the media and our coverage, Gary explains GDO usage, and Mark explores Atlas' self induced problems. Don't forget the Mole in this ATAM episode!
In this episode Mark hits the AAWW numbers as requested and the inside scoop from the Mole. Who runs Atlas Air? Finally, a Training Center update. Don't miss this one!
Listen while Mark explores a never seen press release and lauds an Epic Win for two separate crews with the same maintenance issue on the same plane. All this and the Mole, too!
In this episode, Mark explores PIC authority, expectations and who has it. The Mole gets into the act and an Epic Win PIC Flight Crew Report. Don't miss it!
Hot Mess is the theme for this ATAM. Want numbers for AAWW? We got them. Crew Reports and the Mole are all here! Don't miss this episode as Mark walks us through all the details.
Solidarity, Communication, FCR and CYA. Mark recaps last week's happenings and gives a clue to the future direction of the ATAM now downloaded 150 THOUSAND times! Don't miss this episode!
In this episode Mark rocks with a contract comparison and an update on negotiations with the history of the Framework. The Mole and a Crew Epic WIN! Don't miss this one!
In this episode, Mark runs the spectrum from hiring and attrition to iPads and loving Atlas Air! The Mole and Epic Fail are all here!
Well, it's not Mike or Gary...Welcome Mark Bly as your new ATAM host with lots to say about our current situation. Epic Fail and Mole segments in this one, don't miss it!
We thank Gary for a 2018 full of awesome ATAMS! To all the Atlas and Southern Teamster, families a Happy Holidays and Blessed New Year in 2019! See you January 15th.
Gary "Rick Rolls" his way through Epic Fails and WINS! Ever wonder about all the money management says they can't pay you with? Well, this is just one small factoid in an episode of the ATAM that is truly and utterly, UNBELIEVABLE!
ATAM 11/15/18 IS RELEASED According to Gary, this one is "fresh and lovely" with a bit of wild last minute news thrown in! Don't miss this episode!
Gary is back at the microphone again with some SCARY details and some great content too much to list. Give a listen to this episode because do not want to miss it!
Who's hosting? Yes, an ATAM alum is back at the microphone discussing important items you need to know as the "End Game" approaches. A Stinky Epic Fail and much, much more on this Atlas Teamster Action Message!
Gary has done it again! This episode is so jam packed there is too much to list! Flight Deck Special Request Code? Epic Fail in Spain! Don't miss the ATAM version of the Sound of Silence! Listen now!
Delayed but worth the wait! Holy shrinking Seniority Lists watch as our "Industry Experts" get no forward progress on staffing. New ATAM email address and so much more! Gary is on fire as he knocks down another killer episode!
Are you ready for some high culture? Well here is Gary's take on some of it. Fasten your seat belts, we are launching this episode now!
Early ATAM? Yes, INDEED! Just in time for our Check Airmen to ask the questions they know need asking from the soft shoe dancing team they will be seeing LIVE in MIA! The Mole has more revelations as Flight Operations continues to be a debacle. Gary has it all...check it out!
Think we have lost our edge? Think again! In this episode Gary gets us caught up on the news and mops the floor on the company as they continue to make a mess in the airline industry!
Tired of the same "ol' same ol'"? Where this isn't Ground Hog Day, but we are getting the idea we've all seen this situation before. Unity is all we need, plain and clear!
So much to cover and so little time to do it! How does Gary squeeze it all in? Midnights hunched over a microphone making last second edits to make sure YOU are up to date! Enjoy Teamster pilots for Atlas and Southern Air!
In this episode, Gary discusses Epic Failures involving the PCD, Purchase staffing and, of course, the latest hiring goals missed. Like Mack the Knife? You'll love this entertaining ditty by Mole Friend and all the updates you need to work at Atlas and Southern Air!
In this installment, Gary uses fairy tale imagery to describe our plight while a death defying Epic Fail is discussed and The Mole is back to talk about even more than a "lack of crews". All this and music to spare, listen now!
In this ATAM, Gary covers the most dangerous FCR ever submitted to date, a three word quip from the Mole and a rundown on the latest retention and hiring problems for the company; numbers don't lie. All these and even MORE in this packed Atlas Teamsters Action Message!
What's this? An out of cycle ATAM? YES! Click on the link to hear about the latest accomplishments from YOUR Atlas Teamster Jump Seat Committee!
Voices from our past encouraging our future, talking like an executive and an epic win! Your ATAM is here, come and get it!
Need more Union information in your day? How about committee updates, company updates and a new ATAM Band song for your tax day? All these and more on this episode of the Atlas Teamsters Action Message!
Ready for a TRIPLE Epic Fail? How about an original tune? BOTH of these plus Atlas Q4 numbers analyzed; Picketing Info; Gossip AND a CPat individual hoax caught by keen observers!
Working hard out there? Well, it's payday and you deserve every penny! That also means its time for a new Atlas Teamsters Action Message. Time for a new Mole to keep you guessing, the ExCo has some words for the group and much, much more!
With our biggest customer, the "militory", Atlas might have swerved into losing business according to The Mole. You'll never guess this to whom. Epic Fail and HAWK manipulation taking its highest form yet. Gratitude in this ATAM as Gary knocks it out of the park...AGAIN!
Let the Exodus begin...job fairs galore! Need a translation for the latest CEO video? Well, this ATAM has all that and more!
Dreams can be made in New York, BOTH good and bad! Epic Win and CBA guidance plus an out-sourced Mole? Better tune in to this episode of the ATAM to make sure you are up to date!
Injunction facts for your education and a crew meeting in MIA on the 21st! The Mole gives his thoughts. Plus, how's your maintenance knowledge? Test it here in this latest edition of the Atlas Teamsters Action Message!
Finally! This ATAM came along and we are so proud of our membership and our solidarity! The Mole reports and a great crew Epic Win from HKG! Want to know more about pay? Listen close and you will learn it all from this episode of the Atlas Teamster Action Message!
Lawsuits got you down? The new ATAM is here to quench your legal woes with the Mole and an Epic Fail/Win! Safety is always important as we look forward to better days!
Atlas, Polar and Southern Air are blaming YOU for THEIR problems? Your ExCo brings the fight while The Mole turns up missing! Don't forget to notice your own Epic Fails at work and we educate and inoculate you against Union Busters and their tactics. All this on the newest episode of the ATAM!
Need to know more about the hurricane evacuation flight? The Mole lets you know it's getting very heated for managers and Mike breaks down exactly what is status quo and Major and Minor violations during negotiations. Buckle up, this one is full of message and information!
We got this fox on the run! ExCo talks replacement Schedulers and the Mole talks more than turkey. Failure on an Epic level when it comes to crew awareness at HQ! Education nuggets and more in this edition of the Atlas Teamsters Action Message!
Come and get your love, AAWW, from our Negotiating Committee! The Mole leaves us hanging and the breakdown of the 2nd Quarter numbers from the Company. All this and SOLIDARITY too in this Atlas Teamsters Action Message!
Headlong for danger as management charts their course. GDO replacement clause and the Mole with a Flt Ops report that explains the recent HHN debacle and your contactability requirements.
Who says some missions are impossible? Not OUR union! Pressure is on Purchase as the Mole is back and a heart warming Epic Win. Learn about the latest Negotiation Committee meeting in D.C. and plan to picket in SEA on August 1.
Mike gives some internal numbers for the ATAM and some of our known subscribers. The ExCo wants you to do certain things while the Mole is a bit upset at some of our lack of solidarity going into negotiations. An Epic Win we had to award and education on the By-Law amendment. Now is not the time to change the course or lose control.
Giving a second chance is what it is all about? Maybe...but then again, we have been here before! Most will believe it when they see everyone around the table for CBA negotiations. Learn about 1224 committees and an industry beating Epic Win. All this and The Mole in this informative ATAM!
Are you ready to walk again? Tensions are reaching critical mass and failures are now common daily fact in flight operations. Extended Mole Report and Epic Fail to keep you informed as we bring our fight to the public and Amazon investors.
Vacation is not a time to waste! Enjoy those hard-earned days off with your family and friends! The ExCo is hard at work protecting your travels while the Mole sheds light on chaos in a HQ Epic Fail. What is a SCAB? We find out and learn about future picketing in this vacation themed ATAM!
Turning back time is not an option, but Purchase might wish they could! Agenda set by judge in suit against pilots. Epic Fail on USERRA and a bit on what that is exactly. Buckle up! This ATAM brings the truth!
Never give up is the theme for this ATAM. Purchase says they are ready to get to work but so far have proven very little of that on the road to our new CBA. Epic Fails and trying to bring in our lone wolves as we get real about solidarity and realize no one ever made promises without requiring some giving in exchange.
Folks lean on each other as they work together! Natural unions is form and it can be seen in nature as well. The ExCo talks truth about Purchase and the Mole discusses MIA Training Center woes. The Epic Fail makes an epic return and we get educated on the relationship between recruiting and retention. Check out our latest as we work to bring the Giant down a peg or two!
This episode may be brief, but it is packed full of the latest news on retention and hiring information. Thinking about strapping on those boots and running away from Atlas? You better check out the information in this episode!
Gary graced a group of fellow pilots in the Anchorage Crew Room with a special live edition of the CBA Chat.... Chat.
This Crew Call was held on 2/9/16 and was joined by a record 456 callers. Many callers were in groups in crew rooms around the world to hear this important message.
Throughout the call, Bob Kirchner fielded questions from the pilot group about the company's plans for merging the Atlas and Southern pilots; and how those plans will affect our current CBA and ongoing Section 6 negotiations.
Bob was also joined briefly by Local 1224 E-Board President Dan Wells, who made remarks about how the Local plans to proceed.
Thanks for taking the time to listen and be informed!
- Comms Committee
Today, Mike takes some time away from his vacation and joins us from Uruguay. But even though he is at the lower tip of civilization, he hasn't skimped on content! We will get an update on company harassment, the Mole, and another Epic Fail.
Hope you enjoy and keep fighting the good fight!
- Comms Committee
In this edition of the ATAM, Mike discusses the opening of contract negotiations, and yet another open time record that has been shattered.
Wow... What dedication that Communications Chairman guy has! He's giving his union 15 minutes (if we pretend that that's all it takes to record and edit a podcast) while on vacation in London. Huzzah!
Live from the Oxford Circle, Mike announces that the new forums are in beta testing and should be up as soon as the moderators are selected. The Mole also checks in about the pseudo staffing boost, and we have an Epic Captain Line Check Fail.
Next time you see Mike, tell him thanks for putting down his warm ale and fish n' chips to record the ATAM.
On today's ATAM, Mike talks about how the union's solidarity drive is going around the company; and the rest of Local 1224. It seems that this is also having an effect on the company and the mail they are sending to our homes. The Mole has an interesting perspective on the intention of the COO's infamous letter. Finally, Mike gives some contract pointers on when we are contactable by the company. Oh.. and there is a absolutely Holy Epic Fail.