August 2, 2011

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

NATIONAL MEDIATION BOARD

Contact: NMB Public Information Line — (202) 692-5050

Re:  American Airlines and TWU Reach Agreement

Washington, D.C. — The National Mediation Board (NMB) is pleased to announce that American Airlines and the Transport Workers Union (TWU) reached tentative collective bargaining agreements on July 27, 2011, covering the craft and classes of Simulator Technicians and Ground School Instructors.

Mediation was guided by NMB Senior Mediator Terri Brown.

Specific information regarding the contract or its provisions should be obtained directly from the parties.

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