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What about My Pension?What Happens to My Employer's Union Contract?Can a member receive benefits from the PBGC upon AA's terminating its pension plan if he or she is already receiving benefits from the PBGC for a previously terminated (i.e. Eastern or TWA) pension plan?Will CBAs be negotiated while the union is negotiating the current CBA, or is it more likely that the Bankruptcy Court will decide the issue?Who will lead the negotiations with AA in the bankruptcy proceedings as they relate to the Fleet Services Group?Does the TWU membership get to vote on any agreement to modify the CBA?If AMR terminates the pension plans and PBGC takes over, is there a lag in pension checks being delivered and how much notice does the retiree get if there is?If a member was to opt out now from the retiree medical plan, will they get their refund check when they leave the company.Can AMR stop meeting its pension obligations to current employees without bargaining with the TWU?What benefits are available to a member who retires now?Can AMR stop the grievance procedures without bargaining with the TWU?How likely would a merger be?If a plan is nearly fully funded, does the law allow PBGC to treat the plan differently as to payouts or is the non distressed status irrelevant?If I am already retired can the bankruptcy effect my current retirement payments?Will there be a trustee overseeing AA operations while in bankruptcy? And if so, who?The question has been raised of what the outcome would be in Bankruptcy Court if TWU, in negotiations pursuant to Section 1113, does not reach agreement with AA/AE for any given class or craft of AA or AE employees.What is a Confidentiality Pledge?We gave up money before; will we have to give up more again? Are they obligated to pay benefits, vacation, and pension that were earned 180 days prior to the filing?Do most companies go to a 401K pension plan after ending the defined Benefit Plan? How do they go through the process with each work group? All together or separate? One at a time, such as pilots, mechanics, flight attendants, etc…What will happen to our severance if there is a layoff; do we still get it?What is this PBGC? Is the PBGC cap of $54,500 a year or per a month? How many beneficiary options are available under the PBGC?If they decide to close the bases, who will represent us in bankruptcy and in negotiations? The international has said that they are going to do a road show. When and where is it, and who from the international will be there? How do we get our Local President involved in the proceeding because I don’t trust the international? Can the local hire our own attorney, or are we forced to use the internationals? Is there any way that the court and committee proceeding be videotaped so we can watch what goes on? Is Art Luby involved? How many A&P mechanics are at the three bases? What historically has happened in the bumping of overhaul mechanics at United, Northwest, and others when they outsourced their overhaul maintenance? If at retirement age, would it be beneficial to retire now?Do you think that the company will leave the 50/55 rule in effect?Any idea on the number of layoffs that may happen? Will the bankruptcy filing affect the Stores line stock move at DFW? How do we compare to our peers in pay and benefits?Can the company change things without negotiating?Will the company be scaling back the airplane orders? What is the status of the transfer system? How will the most junior AMT’s know of any impending layoffs? Will we be able to fly on other airlines, such as ID90 and ZED fares?How does AA management compare to their peers? When did the local and the international find out about the bankruptcy filing? If the pilots worked out a deal, would we be in bankruptcy today? When could we possibly see some effects from the bankruptcy?Will there be any input from the mediator going forward?Will our 2003 concessions have any weight in the court room?Would the company have been better off filing for bankruptcy back in 2003?What are the chances of a spinoff of overhaul or the line?What does the local leadership want from the membership? What happens to the Fleet Service tentative agreement?If we have been retired and over age 61, would our pension still go to the PBGC if the pensions do in fact go to the PBGC?Can we negotiate a lump sum retirement instead of the Defined Benefit Plan?Is the PBGC monthly payment chart available?How much money is in the retirement medical trust?Does the local have a plan in place to talk in the proceedings? How financially sound is the PBGC? How many judges will be at the proceeding? What is the judge’s background? Can the union get a commercial lien instead of being a creditor at the proceeding?Will the pension checks keep on coming?Will we be getting our retirement medical money back?What’s going to happen to any ongoing litigation? What is D.I.P. financing, and why has the company not gotten any? Are we going to have a finance guy involved? Is the union going to ask for shared sacrifice going forward?What is the required funding of the pensions?If the pilot’s contract is abrogated, would it lessen the impact on our members?Will we get paid for field trip expenses? Will the UAL TA impact our 1113(c) process with respect to the how much AMR/AA will ask from us?How does our failed T/A compare (wages, benefits, pension, work rules, etc..) to UAL/ IBT TA?Can the judge impose a new agreement or just new terms on a temporary basis?If the Judge imposes new terms can the company exit BK with those terms in effect? If the Judge abrogates the contract can we immediately request release from the NMB due to the fact that we negotiated for years and in BK and were not able to come to terms? If the Judge abrogates the contract can we immediately request release from the NMB due to the fact that we negotiated for years and in BK and were not able to come to terms? In reference to asking to be released as described above what reasoning could the NMB use to refuse to declare an impasse and release the parties? What is the funded status of the DBP, Defined Benefit Plan, for the M&R Contract group? For the Stores group? What is the funded status funded status of the DBP for the other TWU Represented Groups?What is the AA cost out for each item in the M&R Contract? The stores contract? What are the cost outs for each item in the other TWU Contract groups?Is the Luby 2003 pension study available?Historically during the bankruptcy process what has happened to sick time that employees have accumulated over the years in their sick bank?Will the TWU be representing our retirees in the bankruptcy proceedings?Manufacturers like Airbus have offered to sell base maintenance work in the cost of their airplanes (A319s); first is that a viable or predictable course for AA and what would that impact be? Also, what would the impact be if Boeing offered that service?Can a current employee of AA or AE receive pension benefits from the PBGC before the AA or AE pension plans are terminated? Can a full time AA or AE employee receive pension benefits from the PBGC while they are employed full time by either AA or AE?Will the raises, profit sharing, and 401k match items identified with an asterisk on the March 22nd term sheets go into effect if the judge grants the 1113 motion?If AA’s motion is granted by the Bankruptcy Court and the contracts of the three unions (TWU, APA, APFA) are rejected by the Court will the Company still be required to recognize them as the collective bargaining agents of their employees?If the collective bargaining agreements of the three unions are rejected by the Bankruptcy Court will the agency shop and dues check off still be in place?During negotiations, if the Agreement is abrogated, are the company changes mandatory subjects of bargaining they have to negotiate with the union before they implement or not?If the Court permits the Company to reject our agreement will we be able to strike?When will the NMB release us or the other AA unions?What happened during other airlines’ bankruptcies, including Delta, United, Northwest, and US Airways bankruptcies? When unions have gone forward with 1113 trials, how often have bankruptcy judges rejected their CBAs? I am confused, will the judge write our new contract terms? Will the judge care about the sacrifices we made in 2003?If we vote “no” and the judge rejects our contract, which term sheet has AA indicated it will put into effect? If we vote “yes,” will we have a contract?Will this vote affect the US Airways deal?If we vote “no,” what happens next? What is the legal status of our contract if the judge grants AA's 1113 motion to reject our CBAs?Why isn't the TWU telling us how to vote?When will I be able to sign up for the Early Out?When will I be able to sign up for the Early Out?When will I be able to sign up for the Early Out?When will I be able to sign up for the Early Out?When will I be able to sign up for the Early Out?How long will prefunding monies (employee contributions) take to be refunded to our members? How long will prefunding monies (employee contributions) take to be refunded to our members? If I am laid off mid-year and elect COBRA Benefits Coverage, do the copays, deductibles and max out of pocket start over?If I am laid off mid-year and elect COBRA Benefits Coverage, do the copays, deductibles and max out of pocket start over?Once I submit my name for the Early Out package, can it be rescinded?Once I submit my name for the Early Out package, can it be rescinded?Once I submit my name for the Early Out package, can it be rescinded?Once I submit my name for the Early Out package, can it be rescinded?Once I submit my name for the Early Out package, can it be rescinded?Who will determine my last day?Who will determine my last day?Who will determine my last day?Who will determine my last day?Who will determine my last day?Can a manager limit the number of employees in a department who can take the Early Out option?Can a manager limit the number of employees in a department who can take the Early Out option?Can a manager limit the number of employees in a department who can take the Early Out option?Can a manager limit the number of employees in a department who can take the Early Out option?Can a manager limit the number of employees in a department who can take the Early Out option?If I don't take the Early Out and I am later considered for layoff, can I go back and elect the Early Out?If I don't take the Early Out and I am later considered for layoff, can I go back and elect the Early Out?If I don't take the Early Out and I am later considered for layoff, can I go back and elect the Early Out?If I don't take the Early Out and I am later considered for layoff, can I go back and elect the Early Out?If I don't take the Early Out and I am later considered for layoff, can I go back and elect the Early Out?What if I owe the company money when I leave?What if I owe the company money when I leave?What if I owe the company money when I leave?What if I owe the company money when I leave?What if I owe the company money when I leave?I am an AA Fleet Service Clerk who takes the Early Out and is then subsequently hired at American Eagle as a non-union employee. Can I carry my AA Company Seniority with me?I am an AA Fleet Service Clerk who takes the Early Out and is then subsequently hired at American Eagle as a non-union employee. Can I carry my AA Company Seniority with me?I am an AA Fleet Service Clerk who takes the Early Out and is then subsequently hired at American Eagle as a non-union employee. Can I carry my AA Company Seniority with me?I am an AA Fleet Service Clerk who takes the Early Out and is then subsequently hired at American Eagle as a non-union employee. Can I carry my AA Company Seniority with me?I am an AA Fleet Service Clerk who takes the Early Out and is then subsequently hired at American Eagle as a non-union employee. Can I carry my AA Company Seniority with me?I am an AA Fleet Service Clerk who is laid off and holds recall to American Airlines and American Eagle hires me. Can I carry my AA Company Seniority with me?I am an AA Fleet Service Clerk who is laid off and holds recall to American Airlines and American Eagle hires me. Can I carry my AA Company Seniority with me?I am an AA Fleet Service Clerk who is laid off and holds recall to American Airlines and American Eagle hires me. Can I carry my AA Company Seniority with me?I am an AA Fleet Service Clerk who is laid off and holds recall to American Airlines and American Eagle hires me. Can I carry my AA Company Seniority with me?I am an AA Fleet Service Clerk who is laid off and holds recall to American Airlines and American Eagle hires me. Can I carry my AA Company Seniority with me?If I am laid off and hold recall rights to American Airlines and hired by American Eagle do I have to repay the severance pay I receive?If I am laid off and hold recall rights to American Airlines and hired by American Eagle do I have to repay the severance pay I receive?If I am laid off and hold recall rights to American Airlines and hired by American Eagle do I have to repay the severance pay I receive?If I am laid off and hold recall rights to American Airlines and hired by American Eagle do I have to repay the severance pay I receive?If I am laid off and hold recall rights to American Airlines and hired by American Eagle do I have to repay the severance pay I receive?I'm on a leave with reinstatement rights. Can I elect the Early Out?I'm on a leave with reinstatement rights. Can I elect the Early Out?I'm on a leave with reinstatement rights. Can I elect the Early Out?I'm on a leave with reinstatement rights. Can I elect the Early Out?I'm on a leave with reinstatement rights. Can I elect the Early Out?If I'm on furlough, am I eligible for the Early Out?If I'm on furlough, am I eligible for the Early Out?If I'm on furlough, am I eligible for the Early Out?If I'm on furlough, am I eligible for the Early Out?If I'm on furlough, am I eligible for the Early Out?Can I bridge to retirement if I take the Early Out?Can I bridge to retirement if I take the Early Out?Can I bridge to retirement if I take the Early Out?Can I bridge to retirement if I take the Early Out?Can I bridge to retirement if I take the Early Out?How do I know if I have System or Station protection?How do I know if I have System or Station protection?How do I know if I have System or Station protection?How do I know if I have System or Station protection?How do I know if I have System or Station protection?Will changes to company policy, benefits and privileges apply to me if I take the Early Out incentive package?Will changes to company policy, benefits and privileges apply to me if I take the Early Out incentive package?Will changes to company policy, benefits and privileges apply to me if I take the Early Out incentive package?Will changes to company policy, benefits and privileges apply to me if I take the Early Out incentive package?Will changes to company policy, benefits and privileges apply to me if I take the Early Out incentive package?Will I maintain my recall rights?Will I maintain my recall rights?Will I maintain my recall rights?Will I maintain my recall rights?Will I maintain my recall rights?Will I be paid for my unused sick time?Will I be paid for my unused sick time?Will I be paid for my unused sick time?Will I be paid for my unused sick time?Will I be paid for my unused sick time?If someone takes the Early Out option, will they be eligible for unemployment?If someone takes the Early Out option, will they be eligible for unemployment?If someone takes the Early Out option, will they be eligible for unemployment?If someone takes the Early Out option, will they be eligible for unemployment?If someone takes the Early Out option, will they be eligible for unemployment?What happens to my unused vacation time?What happens to my unused vacation time?What happens to my unused vacation time?What happens to my unused vacation time?What happens to my unused vacation time?If I elect the Early Out program, will I keep my employee number for use with benefits and travel privileges?If I elect the Early Out program, will I keep my employee number for use with benefits and travel privileges?If I elect the Early Out program, will I keep my employee number for use with benefits and travel privileges?If I elect the Early Out program, will I keep my employee number for use with benefits and travel privileges?If I elect the Early Out program, will I keep my employee number for use with benefits and travel privileges?When can I begin receiving my pension?When can I begin receiving my pension?When can I begin receiving my pension?When can I begin receiving my pension?When can I begin receiving my pension?If I take the Early Out package, will I be eligible for flight benefits?If I take the Early Out package, will I be eligible for flight benefits?If I take the Early Out package, will I be eligible for flight benefits?If I take the Early Out package, will I be eligible for flight benefits?If I take the Early Out package, will I be eligible for flight benefits?Will those individuals who are younger than 50 as of date of signing who elect this option be eligible for travel benefits once again when they reach retirement age at 55?Will those individuals who are younger than 50 as of date of signing who elect this option be eligible for travel benefits once again when they reach retirement age at 55?Will those individuals who are younger than 50 as of date of signing who elect this option be eligible for travel benefits once again when they reach retirement age at 55?Will those individuals who are younger than 50 as of date of signing who elect this option be eligible for travel benefits once again when they reach retirement age at 55?Will those individuals who are younger than 50 as of date of signing who elect this option be eligible for travel benefits once again when they reach retirement age at 55?If I take the Early Out and then retire, do I get my prefunding refunded or do I go into the retiree medical and go under the 1114 process?If I take the Early Out and then retire, do I get my prefunding refunded or do I go into the retiree medical and go under the 1114 process?If I take the Early Out and then retire, do I get my prefunding refunded or do I go into the retiree medical and go under the 1114 process?If I take the Early Out and then retire, do I get my prefunding refunded or do I go into the retiree medical and go under the 1114 process?If I take the Early Out and then retire, do I get my prefunding refunded or do I go into the retiree medical and go under the 1114 process?If I am laid off by American Airlines, hold recall rights to American Airlines but am hired by American Eagle, do I carry my vacation and sick bank with me to American Eagle?If I am laid off by American Airlines, hold recall rights to American Airlines but am hired by American Eagle, do I carry my vacation and sick bank with me to American Eagle?If I am laid off by American Airlines, hold recall rights to American Airlines but am hired by American Eagle, do I carry my vacation and sick bank with me to American Eagle?If I am laid off by American Airlines, hold recall rights to American Airlines but am hired by American Eagle, do I carry my vacation and sick bank with me to American Eagle?If I am laid off by American Airlines, hold recall rights to American Airlines but am hired by American Eagle, do I carry my vacation and sick bank with me to American Eagle?If I am laid off mid-year and elect COBRA Benefits Coverage, do the copays, deductibles and max out of pocket start over?If I am laid off mid-year and elect COBRA Benefits Coverage, do the copays, deductibles and max out of pocket start over?If I am laid off mid-year and elect COBRA Benefits Coverage, do the copays, deductibles and max out of pocket start over?If I am laid off mid-year and elect COBRA Benefits Coverage, do the copays, deductibles and max out of pocket start over?If I am laid off mid-year and elect COBRA Benefits Coverage, do the copays, deductibles and max out of pocket start over?If I am already on COBRA coverage on Unpaid SKLOA and get laid off, does the COBRA coverage time frame extend past the 18 months?If I am already on COBRA coverage on Unpaid SKLOA and get laid off, does the COBRA coverage time frame extend past the 18 months?If I am already on COBRA coverage on Unpaid SKLOA and get laid off, does the COBRA coverage time frame extend past the 18 months?If I am already on COBRA coverage on Unpaid SKLOA and get laid off, does the COBRA coverage time frame extend past the 18 months?If I am already on COBRA coverage on Unpaid SKLOA and get laid off, does the COBRA coverage time frame extend past the 18 months?I am 44 years of age with 22 years of Company seniority as of date of signing and am not affected by a RIF, am I eligible for the Early Out?I am 44 years of age with 22 years of Company seniority as of date of signing and am not affected by a RIF, am I eligible for the Early Out?I am 44 years of age with 22 years of Company seniority as of date of signing and am not affected by a RIF, am I eligible for the Early Out?I am 44 years of age with 22 years of Company seniority as of date of signing and am not affected by a RIF, am I eligible for the Early Out?I am 44 years of age with 22 years of Company seniority as of date of signing and am not affected by a RIF, am I eligible for the Early Out?I am 48 years of age with 14 years of Company seniority as of date of signing and am not affected by a RIF, am I eligible for the Early Out?I am 48 years of age with 14 years of Company seniority as of date of signing and am not affected by a RIF, am I eligible for the Early Out?I am 48 years of age with 14 years of Company seniority as of date of signing and am not affected by a RIF, am I eligible for the Early Out?I am 48 years of age with 14 years of Company seniority as of date of signing and am not affected by a RIF, am I eligible for the Early Out?I am 48 years of age with 14 years of Company seniority as of date of signing and am not affected by a RIF, am I eligible for the Early Out?I am system-protected, 48 years of age with 14 years of Company seniority as of date of signing and am affected by a RIF, am I eligible for the Early Out?I am system-protected, 48 years of age with 14 years of Company seniority as of date of signing and am affected by a RIF, am I eligible for the Early Out?I am system-protected, 48 years of age with 14 years of Company seniority as of date of signing and am affected by a RIF, am I eligible for the Early Out?I am system-protected, 48 years of age with 14 years of Company seniority as of date of signing and am affected by a RIF, am I eligible for the Early Out?I am system-protected, 48 years of age with 14 years of Company seniority as of date of signing and am affected by a RIF, am I eligible for the Early Out?I am not system-protected, 48 years of age with 17 years of Company seniority as of date of signing and am affected by a RIF, am I eligible for the Early Out?I am not system-protected, 48 years of age with 17 years of Company seniority as of date of signing and am affected by a RIF, am I eligible for the Early Out?I am not system-protected, 48 years of age with 17 years of Company seniority as of date of signing and am affected by a RIF, am I eligible for the Early Out?I am not system-protected, 48 years of age with 17 years of Company seniority as of date of signing and am affected by a RIF, am I eligible for the Early Out?I am not system-protected, 48 years of age with 17 years of Company seniority as of date of signing and am affected by a RIF, am I eligible for the Early Out?I am not system-protected, 48 years of age with 17 years of Company seniority as of date of signing and am not affected by a RIF, am I eligible for the Early Out?I am not system-protected, 48 years of age with 17 years of Company seniority as of date of signing and am not affected by a RIF, am I eligible for the Early Out?I am not system-protected, 48 years of age with 17 years of Company seniority as of date of signing and am not affected by a RIF, am I eligible for the Early Out?I am not system-protected, 48 years of age with 17 years of Company seniority as of date of signing and am not affected by a RIF, am I eligible for the Early Out?I am not system-protected, 48 years of age with 17 years of Company seniority as of date of signing and am not affected by a RIF, am I eligible for the Early Out?I meet the 45/15 criteria for the Early Out and am based at a station that will be completely outsourced. Since I will be affected by a RIF, am I eligible for the Early Out?I meet the 45/15 criteria for the Early Out and am based at a station that will be completely outsourced. Since I will be affected by a RIF, am I eligible for the Early Out?I meet the 45/15 criteria for the Early Out and am based at a station that will be completely outsourced. Since I will be affected by a RIF, am I eligible for the Early Out?I meet the 45/15 criteria for the Early Out and am based at a station that will be completely outsourced. Since I will be affected by a RIF, am I eligible for the Early Out?I meet the 45/15 criteria for the Early Out and am based at a station that will be completely outsourced. Since I will be affected by a RIF, am I eligible for the Early Out?If I am laid off mid-year and elect COBRA Benefits Coverage, do the copays, deductibles and max out of pocket start over?If I am laid off mid-year and elect COBRA Benefits Coverage, do the copays, deductibles and max out of pocket start over?If I am laid off mid-year and elect COBRA Benefits Coverage, do the copays, deductibles and max out of pocket start over?If I am laid off mid-year and elect COBRA Benefits Coverage, do the copays, deductibles and max out of pocket start over?If I am laid off mid-year and elect COBRA Benefits Coverage, do the copays, deductibles and max out of pocket start over?How long will prefunding monies (employee contributions) take to be refunded to our members?How long will prefunding monies (employee contributions) take to be refunded to our members?How long will prefunding monies (employee contributions) take to be refunded to our members?How long will prefunding monies (employee contributions) take to be refunded to our members?How long will prefunding monies (employee contributions) take to be refunded to our members?How long will prefunding monies (company matching contributions) take to be refunded to our members?How long will prefunding monies (company matching contributions) take to be refunded to our members?How long will prefunding monies (company matching contributions) take to be refunded to our members?How long will prefunding monies (company matching contributions) take to be refunded to our members?How long will prefunding monies (company matching contributions) take to be refunded to our members?Will I still be eligible to retire at 55 years old and get my flight privileges, medical benefits and get pension now or at a later date?Will I still be eligible to retire at 55 years old and get my flight privileges, medical benefits and get pension now or at a later date?Will I still be eligible to retire at 55 years old and get my flight privileges, medical benefits and get pension now or at a later date?Will I still be eligible to retire at 55 years old and get my flight privileges, medical benefits and get pension now or at a later date?Will I still be eligible to retire at 55 years old and get my flight privileges, medical benefits and get pension now or at a later date?If I didn't prefund, am I still eligible for the retiree medical when I retire (post-funding)?If I didn't prefund, am I still eligible for the retiree medical when I retire (post-funding)?If I didn't prefund, am I still eligible for the retiree medical when I retire (post-funding)?If I didn't prefund, am I still eligible for the retiree medical when I retire (post-funding)?If I didn't prefund, am I still eligible for the retiree medical when I retire (post-funding)?How does the HRA work with the Standard Medical Plan?How does the HRA work with the Standard Medical Plan?How does the HRA work with the Standard Medical Plan?How does the HRA work with the Standard Medical Plan?How does the HRA work with the Standard Medical Plan?How does the family deductibles and out-of-pocket max work?How does the family deductibles and out-of-pocket max work?How does the family deductibles and out-of-pocket max work?How does the family deductibles and out-of-pocket max work?How does the family deductibles and out-of-pocket max work?What is the Core plan design?What is the Core plan design?What is the Core plan design?What is the Core plan design?What is the Core plan design?Will the stated percentage cost (e.g. 18%, 19% etc.) for the Standard plan be calculated every year?Will the stated percentage cost (e.g. 18%, 19% etc.) for the Standard plan be calculated every year?Will the stated percentage cost (e.g. 18%, 19% etc.) for the Standard plan be calculated every year?Will the stated percentage cost (e.g. 18%, 19% etc.) for the Standard plan be calculated every year?Will the stated percentage cost (e.g. 18%, 19% etc.) for the Standard plan be calculated every year?Will the stated 21% employee contribution maximum cost (once reached) remain in effect for the remainder of the contract or can it increase above 21%?Will the stated 21% employee contribution maximum cost (once reached) remain in effect for the remainder of the contract or can it increase above 21%?Will the stated 21% employee contribution maximum cost (once reached) remain in effect for the remainder of the contract or can it increase above 21%?Will the stated 21% employee contribution maximum cost (once reached) remain in effect for the remainder of the contract or can it increase above 21%?Will the stated 21% employee contribution maximum cost (once reached) remain in effect for the remainder of the contract or can it increase above 21%?Will we continue to have the ability to discuss changes to the contractual healthcare plan?Will we continue to have the ability to discuss changes to the contractual healthcare plan?Will we continue to have the ability to discuss changes to the contractual healthcare plan?Will we continue to have the ability to discuss changes to the contractual healthcare plan?Will we continue to have the ability to discuss changes to the contractual healthcare plan?What will happen to current retirees’ medical coverage for those prefunding and post-funding?What will happen to current retirees’ medical coverage for those prefunding and post-funding?What will happen to current retirees’ medical coverage for those prefunding and post-funding?What will happen to current retirees’ medical coverage for those prefunding and post-funding?What will happen to current retirees’ medical coverage for those prefunding and post-funding?I am a retiree age 65 and my spouse is under the age of 65. Will we still have American Airlines retiree medical coverage?I am a retiree age 65 and my spouse is under the age of 65. Will we still have American Airlines retiree medical coverage?I am a retiree age 65 and my spouse is under the age of 65. Will we still have American Airlines retiree medical coverage?I am a retiree age 65 and my spouse is under the age of 65. Will we still have American Airlines retiree medical coverage?I am a retiree age 65 and my spouse is under the age of 65. Will we still have American Airlines retiree medical coverage?For retiree medical what happens for our members who have younger spouses? I understand guaranteed access at the below rates (for 2012) until the employee reaches age 65 and becomes Medicare eligible. Does the spouse continue to receive guaranteed coverage at 100% of the projected annual costs? What coverage exists if an employee passes away?For retiree medical what happens for our members who have younger spouses? I understand guaranteed access at the below rates (for 2012) until the employee reaches age 65 and becomes Medicare eligible. Does the spouse continue to receive guaranteed coverage at 100% of the projected annual costs? What coverage exists if an employee passes away?For retiree medical what happens for our members who have younger spouses? I understand guaranteed access at the below rates (for 2012) until the employee reaches age 65 and becomes Medicare eligible. Does the spouse continue to receive guaranteed coverage at 100% of the projected annual costs? What coverage exists if an employee passes away?For retiree medical what happens for our members who have younger spouses? I understand guaranteed access at the below rates (for 2012) until the employee reaches age 65 and becomes Medicare eligible. Does the spouse continue to receive guaranteed coverage at 100% of the projected annual costs? What coverage exists if an employee passes away?For retiree medical what happens for our members who have younger spouses? I understand guaranteed access at the below rates (for 2012) until the employee reaches age 65 and becomes Medicare eligible. Does the spouse continue to receive guaranteed coverage at 100% of the projected annual costs? What coverage exists if an employee passes away?I am a retiree under the age of 65 and my spouse is age 66. Can we both be covered under American’s pre-65 plan?I am a retiree under the age of 65 and my spouse is age 66. Can we both be covered under American’s pre-65 plan?I am a retiree under the age of 65 and my spouse is age 66. Can we both be covered under American’s pre-65 plan?I am a retiree under the age of 65 and my spouse is age 66. Can we both be covered under American’s pre-65 plan?I am a retiree under the age of 65 and my spouse is age 66. Can we both be covered under American’s pre-65 plan?My spouse and I have been in the Retiree Standard Option. I have exhausted the $300,000 lifetime maximum. Am I eligible to purchase the Retiree Standard option?My spouse and I have been in the Retiree Standard Option. I have exhausted the $300,000 lifetime maximum. Am I eligible to purchase the Retiree Standard option?My spouse and I have been in the Retiree Standard Option. I have exhausted the $300,000 lifetime maximum. Am I eligible to purchase the Retiree Standard option?My spouse and I have been in the Retiree Standard Option. I have exhausted the $300,000 lifetime maximum. Am I eligible to purchase the Retiree Standard option?My spouse and I have been in the Retiree Standard Option. I have exhausted the $300,000 lifetime maximum. Am I eligible to purchase the Retiree Standard option?What retiree medical coverage exists if an employee passes away?What retiree medical coverage exists if an employee passes away?What retiree medical coverage exists if an employee passes away?What retiree medical coverage exists if an employee passes away?What retiree medical coverage exists if an employee passes away?Will retirees be eligible for Supplemental Medical Plan (SMP) if they post-fund medical?Will retirees be eligible for Supplemental Medical Plan (SMP) if they post-fund medical?Will retirees be eligible for Supplemental Medical Plan (SMP) if they post-fund medical?Will retirees be eligible for Supplemental Medical Plan (SMP) if they post-fund medical?Will retirees be eligible for Supplemental Medical Plan (SMP) if they post-fund medical?If I have retiree medical, and I take a job with a company that offers retiree medical, can I opt out of AA's retiree medical?If I have retiree medical, and I take a job with a company that offers retiree medical, can I opt out of AA's retiree medical?If I have retiree medical, and I take a job with a company that offers retiree medical, can I opt out of AA's retiree medical?If I have retiree medical, and I take a job with a company that offers retiree medical, can I opt out of AA's retiree medical?If I have retiree medical, and I take a job with a company that offers retiree medical, can I opt out of AA's retiree medical?Will the new active medical plan be implemented this year or in January of next year?Will the new active medical plan be implemented this year or in January of next year?Will the new active medical plan be implemented this year or in January of next year?Will the new active medical plan be implemented this year or in January of next year?Will the new active medical plan be implemented this year or in January of next year?If an employee is RIF’d or takes an early out and subsequently retires and enrolls in Retiree Medical prior to the conclusion of the 1114 process, will he/she still receive the company match portion of his/her prefunding?If an employee is RIF’d or takes an early out and subsequently retires and enrolls in Retiree Medical prior to the conclusion of the 1114 process, will he/she still receive the company match portion of his/her prefunding?If an employee is RIF’d or takes an early out and subsequently retires and enrolls in Retiree Medical prior to the conclusion of the 1114 process, will he/she still receive the company match portion of his/her prefunding?If an employee is RIF’d or takes an early out and subsequently retires and enrolls in Retiree Medical prior to the conclusion of the 1114 process, will he/she still receive the company match portion of his/her prefunding?If an employee is RIF’d or takes an early out and subsequently retires and enrolls in Retiree Medical prior to the conclusion of the 1114 process, will he/she still receive the company match portion of his/her prefunding?Do you have to meet the $750.00 deductible before they will pay for going to a specialist at 80%?Do you have to meet the $750.00 deductible before they will pay for going to a specialist at 80%?Do you have to meet the $750.00 deductible before they will pay for going to a specialist at 80%?Do you have to meet the $750.00 deductible before they will pay for going to a specialist at 80%?Do you have to meet the $750.00 deductible before they will pay for going to a specialist at 80%?I would also like to clarify if you have to meet the $750.00 deductible before they will pay for going to a specialist at 80%?I would also like to clarify if you have to meet the $750.00 deductible before they will pay for going to a specialist at 80%?I would also like to clarify if you have to meet the $750.00 deductible before they will pay for going to a specialist at 80%?I would also like to clarify if you have to meet the $750.00 deductible before they will pay for going to a specialist at 80%?I would also like to clarify if you have to meet the $750.00 deductible before they will pay for going to a specialist at 80%?Does this mean that once one family member reaches the individual deductible or $750, they will now pay a coinsurance of 20 percent or will the family deductible have to be reached before the 20 percent coinsurance goes into effect?Does this mean that once one family member reaches the individual deductible or $750, they will now pay a coinsurance of 20 percent or will the family deductible have to be reached before the 20 percent coinsurance goes into effect?Does this mean that once one family member reaches the individual deductible or $750, they will now pay a coinsurance of 20 percent or will the family deductible have to be reached before the 20 percent coinsurance goes into effect?Does this mean that once one family member reaches the individual deductible or $750, they will now pay a coinsurance of 20 percent or will the family deductible have to be reached before the 20 percent coinsurance goes into effect?Does this mean that once one family member reaches the individual deductible or $750, they will now pay a coinsurance of 20 percent or will the family deductible have to be reached before the 20 percent coinsurance goes into effect?Now that the contract is ratified, what will be the effective date my pension would be frozen? Am I still accruing pensionable credit while we are in restructuring?Now that the contract is ratified, what will be the effective date my pension would be frozen? Am I still accruing pensionable credit while we are in restructuring?Now that the contract is ratified, what will be the effective date my pension would be frozen? Am I still accruing pensionable credit while we are in restructuring?Now that the contract is ratified, what will be the effective date my pension would be frozen? Am I still accruing pensionable credit while we are in restructuring?Now that the contract is ratified, what will be the effective date my pension would be frozen? Am I still accruing pensionable credit while we are in restructuring?If an employee is not yet vested in retirement, will they continue to get credit and receive retirement benefits when they retire?If an employee is not yet vested in retirement, will they continue to get credit and receive retirement benefits when they retire?If an employee is not yet vested in retirement, will they continue to get credit and receive retirement benefits when they retire?If an employee is not yet vested in retirement, will they continue to get credit and receive retirement benefits when they retire?If an employee is not yet vested in retirement, will they continue to get credit and receive retirement benefits when they retire?How does the 401(k) company match formula work? If I make a $50,000 annual salary, does the company contribute 5.5% of the $50,000?How does the 401(k) company match formula work? If I make a $50,000 annual salary, does the company contribute 5.5% of the $50,000?How does the 401(k) company match formula work? If I make a $50,000 annual salary, does the company contribute 5.5% of the $50,000?How does the 401(k) company match formula work? If I make a $50,000 annual salary, does the company contribute 5.5% of the $50,000?How does the 401(k) company match formula work? If I make a $50,000 annual salary, does the company contribute 5.5% of the $50,000?How is it possible to receive a 401(k) match when you have reached the personal maximum contribution level?How is it possible to receive a 401(k) match when you have reached the personal maximum contribution level?How is it possible to receive a 401(k) match when you have reached the personal maximum contribution level?How is it possible to receive a 401(k) match when you have reached the personal maximum contribution level?How is it possible to receive a 401(k) match when you have reached the personal maximum contribution level?Can returned prefunding dollars be rolled over to a HSA account?Can returned prefunding dollars be rolled over to a HSA account?Can returned prefunding dollars be rolled over to a HSA account?Can returned prefunding dollars be rolled over to a HSA account?Can returned prefunding dollars be rolled over to a HSA account?Since there is now an auto-enrollment of 3% of an employee's pay into the 401(k), what happens if an employee is already contributing 3% or more?Since there is now an auto-enrollment of 3% of an employee's pay into the 401(k), what happens if an employee is already contributing 3% or more?Since there is now an auto-enrollment of 3% of an employee's pay into the 401(k), what happens if an employee is already contributing 3% or more?Since there is now an auto-enrollment of 3% of an employee's pay into the 401(k), what happens if an employee is already contributing 3% or more?Since there is now an auto-enrollment of 3% of an employee's pay into the 401(k), what happens if an employee is already contributing 3% or more?Now that the agreement is ratified, if I am currently putting 1% in my 401(k), will the company match just 1% or will I have to increase my amount to 3% to get the 3% match from the company? Does the company put anything in the 401(k) if I do not have anything going in?Now that the agreement is ratified, if I am currently putting 1% in my 401(k), will the company match just 1% or will I have to increase my amount to 3% to get the 3% match from the company? Does the company put anything in the 401(k) if I do not have anything going in?Now that the agreement is ratified, if I am currently putting 1% in my 401(k), will the company match just 1% or will I have to increase my amount to 3% to get the 3% match from the company? Does the company put anything in the 401(k) if I do not have anything going in?Now that the agreement is ratified, if I am currently putting 1% in my 401(k), will the company match just 1% or will I have to increase my amount to 3% to get the 3% match from the company? Does the company put anything in the 401(k) if I do not have anything going in?Now that the agreement is ratified, if I am currently putting 1% in my 401(k), will the company match just 1% or will I have to increase my amount to 3% to get the 3% match from the company? Does the company put anything in the 401(k) if I do not have anything going in?Is it true that I have to wait three years to be vested in the 401(k)?Is it true that I have to wait three years to be vested in the 401(k)?Is it true that I have to wait three years to be vested in the 401(k)?Is it true that I have to wait three years to be vested in the 401(k)?Is it true that I have to wait three years to be vested in the 401(k)?When the contract is modified, how will I be paid for my 2013 vacation? Part of this year I will be paid at one rate and part of the year I will be paid at another rate.When the contract is modified, how will I be paid for my 2013 vacation? Part of this year I will be paid at one rate and part of the year I will be paid at another rate.When the contract is modified, how will I be paid for my 2013 vacation? Part of this year I will be paid at one rate and part of the year I will be paid at another rate.When the contract is modified, how will I be paid for my 2013 vacation? Part of this year I will be paid at one rate and part of the year I will be paid at another rate.When the contract is modified, how will I be paid for my 2013 vacation? Part of this year I will be paid at one rate and part of the year I will be paid at another rate.If I retire/separate will I be paid out for 5 weeks of vacation or six weeks for vacation earned in 2012?If I retire/separate will I be paid out for 5 weeks of vacation or six weeks for vacation earned in 2012?If I retire/separate will I be paid out for 5 weeks of vacation or six weeks for vacation earned in 2012?If I retire/separate will I be paid out for 5 weeks of vacation or six weeks for vacation earned in 2012?If I retire/separate will I be paid out for 5 weeks of vacation or six weeks for vacation earned in 2012?If I separate, will my earned vacation for 2013 be paid out at current rates or the modified rate of pay coming?If I separate, will my earned vacation for 2013 be paid out at current rates or the modified rate of pay coming?If I separate, will my earned vacation for 2013 be paid out at current rates or the modified rate of pay coming?If I separate, will my earned vacation for 2013 be paid out at current rates or the modified rate of pay coming?If I separate, will my earned vacation for 2013 be paid out at current rates or the modified rate of pay coming?Will the reduced week of vacation be implemented this year or next?Will the reduced week of vacation be implemented this year or next?Will the reduced week of vacation be implemented this year or next?Will the reduced week of vacation be implemented this year or next?Will the reduced week of vacation be implemented this year or next?If I have taken PVs already this year from my 2013 earned VC how will this affect my VC accrual for next year?If I have taken PVs already this year from my 2013 earned VC how will this affect my VC accrual for next year?If I have taken PVs already this year from my 2013 earned VC how will this affect my VC accrual for next year?If I have taken PVs already this year from my 2013 earned VC how will this affect my VC accrual for next year?If I have taken PVs already this year from my 2013 earned VC how will this affect my VC accrual for next year?If I already have PVs approved for 2012 can I still take them?If I already have PVs approved for 2012 can I still take them?If I already have PVs approved for 2012 can I still take them?If I already have PVs approved for 2012 can I still take them?If I already have PVs approved for 2012 can I still take them?Why do we have to give back our Personal Vacation days?Why do we have to give back our Personal Vacation days?Why do we have to give back our Personal Vacation days?Why do we have to give back our Personal Vacation days?Why do we have to give back our Personal Vacation days?I have used some PV days already from my 2013 vacation balance, how will this be figured in to the 2013 VC bidding?I have used some PV days already from my 2013 vacation balance, how will this be figured in to the 2013 VC bidding?I have used some PV days already from my 2013 vacation balance, how will this be figured in to the 2013 VC bidding?I have used some PV days already from my 2013 vacation balance, how will this be figured in to the 2013 VC bidding?I have used some PV days already from my 2013 vacation balance, how will this be figured in to the 2013 VC bidding?I have never utilized the Article 34.1 process. Is this new, or revised, or do we have an understanding or intent of the process?I have never utilized the Article 34.1 process. Is this new, or revised, or do we have an understanding or intent of the process?I have never utilized the Article 34.1 process. Is this new, or revised, or do we have an understanding or intent of the process?I have never utilized the Article 34.1 process. Is this new, or revised, or do we have an understanding or intent of the process?I have never utilized the Article 34.1 process. Is this new, or revised, or do we have an understanding or intent of the process?How long will prefunding monies (company matching contributions) take to be refunded to our members? How long will prefunding monies (company matching contributions) take to be refunded to our members? Will I still be eligible to retire at 55 years old and get my flight privileges, medical benefits and get pension now or at a later date?Will I still be eligible to retire at 55 years old and get my flight privileges, medical benefits and get pension now or at a later date?If I didn't prefund, am I still eligible for the retiree medical when I retire (post-funding)?If I didn't prefund, am I still eligible for the retiree medical when I retire (post-funding)?How does the HRA work with the Standard Medical Plan?How does the HRA work with the Standard Medical Plan?How does the family deductibles and out-of-pocket max work? How does the family deductibles and out-of-pocket max work? What is the Core plan design? What is the Core plan design? Will the stated percentage cost (e.g. 18%, 19% etc.) for the Standard plan be calculated every year? Will the stated percentage cost (e.g. 18%, 19% etc.) for the Standard plan be calculated every year? Will the stated 21% employee contribution maximum cost (once reached) remain in effect for the remainder of the contract or can it increase above 21%? Will the stated 21% employee contribution maximum cost (once reached) remain in effect for the remainder of the contract or can it increase above 21%? Will we continue to have the ability to discuss changes to the contractual healthcare plan? Will we continue to have the ability to discuss changes to the contractual healthcare plan? What will happen to current retirees’ medical coverage for those prefunding and post-funding? What will happen to current retirees’ medical coverage for those prefunding and post-funding? I am a retiree age 65 and my spouse is under the age of 65. Will we still have American Airlines retiree medical coverage? I am a retiree age 65 and my spouse is under the age of 65. Will we still have American Airlines retiree medical coverage? For retiree medical what happens for our members who have younger spouses? I understand guaranteed access at the below rates (for 2012) until the employee reaches age 65 and becomes Medicare eligible. Does the spouse continue to receive guaranteed coverage at 100% of the projected annual costs? What coverage exists if an employee passes away? For retiree medical what happens for our members who have younger spouses? I understand guaranteed access at the below rates (for 2012) until the employee reaches age 65 and becomes Medicare eligible. Does the spouse continue to receive guaranteed coverage at 100% of the projected annual costs? What coverage exists if an employee passes away? I am a retiree under the age of 65 and my spouse is age 66. Can we both be covered under American’s pre-65 plan? I am a retiree under the age of 65 and my spouse is age 66. Can we both be covered under American’s pre-65 plan? My spouse and I have been in the Retiree Standard Option. I have exhausted the $300,000 lifetime maximum. Am I eligible to purchase the Retiree Standard option? My spouse and I have been in the Retiree Standard Option. I have exhausted the $300,000 lifetime maximum. Am I eligible to purchase the Retiree Standard option? What retiree medical coverage exists if an employee passes away? What retiree medical coverage exists if an employee passes away? Will retirees be eligible for Supplemental Medical Plan (SMP) if they post-fund medical? Will retirees be eligible for Supplemental Medical Plan (SMP) if they post-fund medical? If I have retiree medical, and I take a job with a company that offers retiree medical, can I opt out of AA's retiree medical? If I have retiree medical, and I take a job with a company that offers retiree medical, can I opt out of AA's retiree medical? Will the new active medical plan be implemented this year or in January of next year? Will the new active medical plan be implemented this year or in January of next year? If an employee is RIF’d or takes an early out and subsequently retires and enrolls in Retiree Medical prior to the conclusion of the 1114 process, will he/she still receive the company match portion of his/her prefunding? If an employee is RIF’d or takes an early out and subsequently retires and enrolls in Retiree Medical prior to the conclusion of the 1114 process, will he/she still receive the company match portion of his/her prefunding? Do you have to meet the $750.00 deductible before they will pay for going to a specialist at 80%? Do you have to meet the $750.00 deductible before they will pay for going to a specialist at 80%? Does this mean that once one family member reaches the individual deductible or $750, they will now pay a coinsurance of 20 percent or will the family deductible have to be reached before the 20 percent coinsurance goes into effect? Does this mean that once one family member reaches the individual deductible or $750, they will now pay a coinsurance of 20 percent or will the family deductible have to be reached before the 20 percent coinsurance goes into effect? If an employee is not yet vested in retirement, will they continue to get credit and receive retirement benefits when they retire? Since there is now an auto-enrollment of 3% of an employee's pay into the 401(k), what happens if an employee is already contributing 3% or more? If an employee is not yet vested in retirement, will they continue to get credit and receive retirement benefits when they retire? What will be the effective date my pension would be frozen? Am I still accruing pensionable credit while we are in restructuring? What will be the effective date my pension would be frozen? Am I still accruing pensionable credit while we are in restructuring? How does the 401(k) company match formula work? If I make a $50,000 annual salary, does the company contribute 5.5% of the $50,000? How does the 401(k) company match formula work? If I make a $50,000 annual salary, does the company contribute 5.5% of the $50,000? How is it possible to receive a 401(k) match when you have reached the personal maximum contribution level? How is it possible to receive a 401(k) match when you have reached the personal maximum contribution level? Can returned prefunding dollars be rolled over to a HSA account? Can returned prefunding dollars be rolled over to a HSA account? Since there is now an auto-enrollment of 3% of an employee's pay into the 401(k), what happens if an employee is already contributing 3% or more? If I am currently putting 1% in my 401(k), will the company match just 1% or will I have to increase my amount to 3% to get the 3% match from the company? Does the company put anything in the 401(k) if I do not have anything going in? If I am currently putting 1% in my 401(k), will the company match just 1% or will I have to increase my amount to 3% to get the 3% match from the company? Does the company put anything in the 401(k) if I do not have anything going in? Is it true that I have to wait three years to be vested in the 401(k)? Is it true that I have to wait three years to be vested in the 401(k)? How will I be paid for my 2013 vacation? Part of this year I will be paid at one rate and part of the year I will be paid at another rate. How will I be paid for my 2013 vacation? Part of this year I will be paid at one rate and part of the year I will be paid at another rate. If I retire/separate will I be paid out for 5 weeks of vacation or six weeks for vacation earned in 2012? If I retire/separate will I be paid out for 5 weeks of vacation or six weeks for vacation earned in 2012? If I separate, will my earned vacation for 2013 be paid out at current rates or the modified rate of pay coming? If I separate, will my earned vacation for 2013 be paid out at current rates or the modified rate of pay coming? Will the reduced week of vacation be implemented this year or next? Will the reduced week of vacation be implemented this year or next? If I have taken PVs already this year from my 2013 earned VC, how will this affect my VC accrual for next year? If I have taken PVs already this year from my 2013 earned VC, how will this affect my VC accrual for next year? If I already have PVs approved for 2012 can I still take them? If I already have PVs approved for 2012 can I still take them? Why do we have to give back our Personal Vacation days? Why do we have to give back our Personal Vacation days? I have used some PV days already from my 2013 vacation balance, how will this be figured in to the 2013 VC bidding? I have used some PV days already from my 2013 vacation balance, how will this be figured in to the 2013 VC bidding? Why does M&R have to reduce their vacation by one week? Why does M&R have to reduce their vacation by one week? Why does the Stores workgroup have one more week of vacation than the M&R workgroup? Why does the Stores workgroup have one more week of vacation than the M&R workgroup? Why were we not able to receive more holidays? Why were we not able to receive more holidays? Why did we change from 100 percent pay for the first day to 50 percent pay for the first day? Why did we change from 100 percent pay for the first day to 50 percent pay for the first day? Why does Stores still receive 100% pay for the first two sick days, while M&R only receives 50% pay for the first day? Why does Stores still receive 100% pay for the first two sick days, while M&R only receives 50% pay for the first day? I have never utilized the Article 34.1 process. Is this new, or revised, or do we have an understanding or intent of the process? I have never utilized the Article 34.1 process. Is this new, or revised, or do we have an understanding or intent of the process? Were there any true improvements added? Were there any true improvements added? Is this a 10-year deal? Is this a 10-year deal? Why doesn’t the company compare our wages to mechanics at UPS or Southwest? Why doesn’t the company compare our wages to mechanics at UPS or Southwest? Why does this agreement still have us lagging the industry in pay? Why does this agreement still have us lagging the industry in pay? Why do the pay raises differ between the tentative agreements for Stores and Mechanic & Related, at 3% and 3.5%, respectively? Why do the pay raises differ between the tentative agreements for Stores and Mechanic & Related, at 3% and 3.5%, respectively? Is the 3% pay raise at the date of signing a bonus or a raise? Is the 3% pay raise at the date of signing a bonus or a raise? Article 1 of the TA describes the limits and method of measuring outsourcing. How does this calculation work? Article 1 of the TA describes the limits and method of measuring outsourcing. How does this calculation work? How will outsourcing affect line maintenance? How will outsourcing affect line maintenance? Is the 15% Line Maintenance outsourcing limit a part of the 35% outsourcing cap of all Aircraft Maintenance to equal half of the outsourcing in Aircraft line maintenance? Is the 15% Line Maintenance outsourcing limit a part of the 35% outsourcing cap of all Aircraft Maintenance to equal half of the outsourcing in Aircraft line maintenance? Is there any protection for making sure the amount of work outsourced doesn’t increase in the future? Is there any protection for making sure the amount of work outsourced doesn’t increase in the future? Does the current System Protection language keep the company from outsourcing? Does the current System Protection language keep the company from outsourcing? Are there any outsourcing restrictions on the A320 and 787 fleets? Are there any outsourcing restrictions on the A320 and 787 fleets? Isn’t it true the company could allow APA pilots to fly aircraft with greater than 79 seats under the American Eagle banner so the maintenance work can be outsourced? Isn’t it true the company could allow APA pilots to fly aircraft with greater than 79 seats under the American Eagle banner so the maintenance work can be outsourced? Are there restrictions on outsourcing aircraft maintenance in the scope clause? Are there restrictions on outsourcing aircraft maintenance in the scope clause? Does this 35% cap include maintenance that is already outsourced? Does this 35% cap include maintenance that is already outsourced? What work will be outsourced? What work will be outsourced? Can other work be outsourced? Can other work be outsourced? Is the cap subject to exceptions? Is the cap subject to exceptions? The ratified agreement increases the amount of Line Maintenance work that can be done overseas by AA locally hired personnel. Is there a cap on how much can be done overseas? The ratified agreement increases the amount of Line Maintenance work that can be done overseas by AA locally hired personnel. Is there a cap on how much can be done overseas? Is the maintenance performed by AMTs on non-powered equipment going to be calculated in the outsourcing formula for Aircraft Maintenance within the 35% limit? Is the maintenance performed by AMTs on non-powered equipment going to be calculated in the outsourcing formula for Aircraft Maintenance within the 35% limit? What is the timeline for the closure of AFW and when will the stated work be relocated to Tulsa and DWH? What is the timeline for the closure of AFW and when will the stated work be relocated to Tulsa and DWH? What about TAESL? What about TAESL? How do these restrictions compare with other carriers in the industry? How do these restrictions compare with other carriers in the industry? Does changing the staffing formula in Article 1 mean the company can close all the Class II line maintenance stations? Does changing the staffing formula in Article 1 mean the company can close all the Class II line maintenance stations? Is it true that the line maintenance contractors will be working in AA’s facilities, side by side with TWU members? Is it true that the line maintenance contractors will be working in AA’s facilities, side by side with TWU members? Can you please explain the plan for DWH, and how you plan to distinguish both the physical location and the scope of work performed at DWH versus the DFW Line Maintenance operation? Can you please explain the plan for DWH, and how you plan to distinguish both the physical location and the scope of work performed at DWH versus the DFW Line Maintenance operation? Why do we need to eliminate the 1/7 rule? Why do we need to eliminate the 1/7 rule? Now that the 1/7 rule is eliminated, how will the new flexibility be used? Now that the 1/7 rule is eliminated, how will the new flexibility be used? Can 4/10s be taken away or authorized without the union’s involvement? Can 4/10s be taken away or authorized without the union’s involvement? Can shift bids be scheduled at any time without restrictions? Can shift bids be scheduled at any time without restrictions? What happens to overtime policies? What happens to overtime policies? In the M&R ratified agreement, there is a provision that the company can hold an employee past the end of his scheduled shift on overtime for the purposes of job continuity, for up to 3 hours. Is that provision for both Line Maintenance and the Base? In the M&R ratified agreement, there is a provision that the company can hold an employee past the end of his scheduled shift on overtime for the purposes of job continuity, for up to 3 hours. Is that provision for both Line Maintenance and the Base? In regards to the Local Letters of Agreement that are being eliminated, what is the time line for transitioning off of these existing procedures? In regards to the Local Letters of Agreement that are being eliminated, what is the time line for transitioning off of these existing procedures? Is it true that AMTs will be able to pull aircraft parts without Stores personnel? Is it true that AMTs will be able to pull aircraft parts without Stores personnel? Can another employee interfere with one employee’s transfer on a computer? Can another employee interfere with one employee’s transfer on a computer? What happens to field trip policies and rules? What happens to field trip policies and rules? Is it true that the company can force an AMT on a field trip? Is it true that the company can force an AMT on a field trip? What changes were made concerning job classifications? What changes were made concerning job classifications? What will be included in the QAM tests? What will be included in the QAM tests? Where would you use the increased amount of OSMs in the Aircraft Overhaul & Maintenance department? Where would you use the increased amount of OSMs in the Aircraft Overhaul & Maintenance department? Why do we need OSMs or AMTOs in the Aircraft Overhaul department? Why do we need OSMs or AMTOs in the Aircraft Overhaul department? Does the language to streamline and standardize the utilization of Avionics Technicians apply to the bases? Does the language to streamline and standardize the utilization of Avionics Technicians apply to the bases? What is the Maintenance Support Person (MSP) classification? What is the Maintenance Support Person (MSP) classification? Why do we need the MSP classification? Why do we need the MSP classification? If I’m a Plant Maintenance Mechanic now, what happens if I’m displaced to a MSP position? If I’m a Plant Maintenance Mechanic now, what happens if I’m displaced to a MSP position? What would the financial impact be for a Facility/Auto Mechanic bumped to a MSP slot if they are topped out because of the flex rate. Would he slot in on his classification seniority or would he remain topped out on the MSP scale? What would the financial impact be for a Facility/Auto Mechanic bumped to a MSP slot if they are topped out because of the flex rate. Would he slot in on his classification seniority or would he remain topped out on the MSP scale? If an employee AMT is moved to an AMTO position and subsequently is RIF’ed again can he bump the system as an AMT? If an employee AMT is moved to an AMTO position and subsequently is RIF’ed again can he bump the system as an AMT? Why are we changing the Crew Chief selection process? Why are we changing the Crew Chief selection process? Why does the company get to control the Crew Chief selection panel, without considering seniority? Why does the company get to control the Crew Chief selection panel, without considering seniority? Can the company demote Crew Chiefs it doesn’t like because of the evaluation panel? Can the company demote Crew Chiefs it doesn’t like because of the evaluation panel? What is different in the new language? What is different in the new language? Why is System Protection eliminated? Why is System Protection eliminated? Is it true that former TWA employees won't be eligible for the $12,500 special severance? Is it true that former TWA employees won't be eligible for the $12,500 special severance? Who will determine my last day? Who will determine my last day? Can a manager limit the number of employees in a department who can take the Early-Out option? Can a manager limit the number of employees in a department who can take the Early-Out option? If I am eligible and have selected the Early-Out, is there a maximum number of days the company can hold me for operational needs? If I am eligible and have selected the Early-Out, is there a maximum number of days the company can hold me for operational needs? If I don't take the Early-Out and I am later considered for layoff, can I go back and elect the Early-Out? If I don't take the Early-Out and I am later considered for layoff, can I go back and elect the Early-Out? What if I owe the company money when I leave? What if I owe the company money when I leave? How will it be determined by what order employees will be granted an early out to leave the company? How will it be determined by what order employees will be granted an early out to leave the company? I'm on a leave with reinstatement rights. Can I elect the Early-Out? I'm on a leave with reinstatement rights. Can I elect the Early-Out? If I'm on furlough, am I eligible for the Early-Out? If I'm on furlough, am I eligible for the Early-Out? Can I bridge to retirement if I take the Early-Out? Can I bridge to retirement if I take the Early-Out? How do I know if I have System or Station protection? How do I know if I have System or Station protection? Will changes to company policy, benefits and privileges apply to me if I take the Early-Out Incentive Package? Will changes to company policy, benefits and privileges apply to me if I take the Early-Out Incentive Package? Will I maintain my recall rights? Will I maintain my recall rights? Will I be paid for my unused sick time? Will I be paid for my unused sick time? If I take the Early Out, and am eligible for the 50-55 rule, will I get my sick leave payout when I actually retire? If I take the Early Out, and am eligible for the 50-55 rule, will I get my sick leave payout when I actually retire? If someone takes the Early-Out option, will they be eligible for unemployment? If someone takes the Early-Out option, will they be eligible for unemployment? What happens to my unused vacation time? What happens to my unused vacation time? If I elect the Early-Out program, will I keep my employee number for use with benefits and travel privileges? If I elect the Early-Out program, will I keep my employee number for use with benefits and travel privileges? When can I begin receiving my pension? When can I begin receiving my pension? Can members who take the Early out defer (up to the max) the money into a 401(k)? Can members who take the Early out defer (up to the max) the money into a 401(k)? If I take the Early-Out package, will I be eligible for flight benefits? If I take the Early-Out package, will I be eligible for flight benefits? Will those individuals who are younger than 50 as of date of signing who elect this option be eligible for travel benefits once again when they reach retirement age at 55? Will those individuals who are younger than 50 as of date of signing who elect this option be eligible for travel benefits once again when they reach retirement age at 55? If I take the Early-Out and then retire, do I get my prefunding refunded or do I go into the retiree medical and go under the 1114 process? If I take the Early-Out and then retire, do I get my prefunding refunded or do I go into the retiree medical and go under the 1114 process? If I take the Early Out will the severance pay be at the new pay scale rate? If I take the Early Out will the severance pay be at the new pay scale rate? If I am laid off mid-year and elect COBRA Benefits Coverage, do the copays, deductibles and max out of pocket start over? If I am laid off mid-year and elect COBRA Benefits Coverage, do the copays, deductibles and max out of pocket start over? If I am already on COBRA coverage on Unpaid SKLOA and get laid off, does the COBRA coverage time frame extend past the 18 months? If I am already on COBRA coverage on Unpaid SKLOA and get laid off, does the COBRA coverage time frame extend past the 18 months? I am 44 years of age with 22 years of Company seniority as of date of signing and am not affected by a RIF, am I eligible for the Early-Out? I am 44 years of age with 22 years of Company seniority as of date of signing and am not affected by a RIF, am I eligible for the Early-Out? I am 48 years of age with 14 years of Company seniority as of date of signing and am not affected by a RIF, am I eligible for the Early-Out? I am 48 years of age with 14 years of Company seniority as of date of signing and am not affected by a RIF, am I eligible for the Early-Out? I am system-protected, 48 years of age with 14 years of Company seniority as of date of signing and am affected by a RIF, am I eligible for the Early-Out? I am system-protected, 48 years of age with 14 years of Company seniority as of date of signing and am affected by a RIF, am I eligible for the Early-Out? I am system-protected, 48 years of age with 14 years of Company seniority as of date of signing and am affected by a RIF, am I eligible for the Early-Out? I am system-protected, 48 years of age with 14 years of Company seniority as of date of signing and am affected by a RIF, am I eligible for the Early-Out? I am not system-protected, 48 years of age with 17 years of Company seniority as of date of signing and am affected by a RIF, am I eligible for the Early-Out? I am not system-protected, 48 years of age with 17 years of Company seniority as of date of signing and am affected by a RIF, am I eligible for the Early-Out? I am not system-protected, 48 years of age with 17 years of Company seniority as of date of signing and am not affected by a RIF, am I eligible for the Early-Out? I am not system-protected, 48 years of age with 17 years of Company seniority as of date of signing and am not affected by a RIF, am I eligible for the Early-Out? I meet the 45/15 criteria for the Early-Out and am based at a station that will be completely outsourced. Since I will be affected by a RIF, am I eligible for the Early-Out? I meet the 45/15 criteria for the Early-Out and am based at a station that will be completely outsourced. Since I will be affected by a RIF, am I eligible for the Early-Out?