- Aug 20, 2002
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A jury has found ALPA guilty of failing in its "duty of fair representation" (DFR) when TWA was "merged" with AA.
http://blogs.star-telegram.com/sky_talk/2011/07/former-twa-pilots-prevail-in-lawsuit-against-alpa.html
Comment on several pilot forums indicates that after the jury determines damages, an ALPA appeal will require a substantial bond be posted.
Estimates of the potential total damages vary, but it is reported to involve 2700 former TWA pilots and loss of earnings for over ten years.
http://blogs.star-telegram.com/sky_talk/2011/07/former-twa-pilots-prevail-in-lawsuit-against-alpa.html
Comment on several pilot forums indicates that after the jury determines damages, an ALPA appeal will require a substantial bond be posted.
Estimates of the potential total damages vary, but it is reported to involve 2700 former TWA pilots and loss of earnings for over ten years.