The Eighth Air Force Historical Society was created in 1975 to
preserve the legacy of the "Mighty Eighth", and the part it played
in American history during WW2. Over the years, it has become a
strong organization with an emphasis on remembering and honoring
our comrades who served with distinction: the men who flew, the
many thousands of ground crews, and those who worked in the
background.
Aero-Terms are designed to be a daily reminder of the terms,
names, acronyms and explanations of the unique language that
populates the aviation world. Aerospace, sport aviation, fixed
wing, helo, you name it... it's all fair game.
"The strike will commence at one minute after midnight
tonight. This Company disrespected the process, bargained illegally
and most of all, disrespected the finest Aerospace workers anywhere
on the planet by failing to meet your expectations."
Source: The International Machinists And
Aerospace Workers Union, which will strike Boeing at 12:01 am
Saturday morning after last-minute negotiations between the two
sides failed. On Wednesday, IAM workers voted overwhelmingly to
reject Boeing's last contract proposal, and to authorize a strike.
Workers appeared restless, showing open disdain for the union's
agreement to postpone the walkout for 48 hours to give Boeing one
last chance to meet their demands.
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