by Admin | May 24, 2020 | Events, Labor Events, News
May 24 is the birthday of Charles E. Taylor, the mechanic who built the engine for the Wright Brothers’ first airplane. We celebrate his birthday by designating each May 24 as National Aviation Maintenance Technician (AMT) Day. Aircraft mechanics, students,...
by Admin | May 23, 2018 | Events, Labor Events, News
In 2001, the FAA created the created the prestigious Charles E. Taylor Master Mechanic Award to honor AMTs, who had served at least 50 years in aircraft maintenance. Â The following year, California Senator Knight introduced a resolution honoring Aviation Maintenance...
by Admin | May 23, 2017 | Events, Labor Events, News
Wednesday, May 24th, 2017 is AMT Day at the Charlotte Line Maintenance and Base Maintenance Facilities. As a show of solidarity we are asking all IAM members to wear an IAM shirt all day, especially during any celebrations or events in your area. As always please...
by Admin | Apr 12, 2017 | News, Veterans Committee
The Charlotte Base Maintenance Hangar officially dedicated their new Military/Veterans Memorial with a Flag Raising Ceremony at 12:00pm on Wednesday, April 12th, 2007. The American Flag was raised anew along with the North Carolina State Flag and flags representing...