NMB Rules Allow IAM Seven Days To Contest The Vote
Delta Air Lines received
notification late last week from the National Mediation Board (NMB)
that a majority of simulator technicians have again rejected
representation by the International Association of Machinists
(IAM).
In a memo issued Thursday to Delta's simulator technicians,
Senior Vice President of Flight Operations Steve Dickson responded
to the technicians' decision:
"Today the National Mediation Board (NMB) reported a majority of
Delta's simulator technicians have rejected IAM representation. We
are pleased our combined simulator technician workgroup has once
again chosen a direct relationship with Delta leaders. This
relationship is one of the most important aspects of our unique
culture.
"The NMB procedures provide seven business days - until
September 27 - for a participant to contest an election. We will be
communicating next steps as soon as this period expires. We hope
all concerned are prepared to move on and respect the decision of
our simulator technicians. Thank you for your trust and your
continued focus and professionalism during both elections. As we
move forward together as a unified team, we will continue to make
Delta a great place to work."
There were 91 flight simulator technicians eligible to vote in
this election. Of those, 18 voted for IAM representation, with 23
other write-in votes.
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