Please note: We will be conducting a Bylaws Committee meeting and a Shop Steward training session immediately following the regular membership meeting. Any IAM member is welcome to attend the shop steward training. Regular meeting starts at 10:00 AM in the Machinists Hall at District Lodge 70, 3830 S. Meridian, Wichita, KS. 67217.
The hearing aid benefit for Textron Aviation employees, negotiated during the 2024 contract negotiations, is now available for reimbursement. This benefit applies to those who purchased hearing aid devices through Textron’s medical plan between Wednesday, January 1, 2025, and Sunday, June 1, 2025.
Bargained employees have until Thursday, July 31, 2025, to submit their reimbursement requests for these purchases. For purchases made on or after Monday, June 2, 2025, employees will have up to 60 days to submit for reimbursement.
If you have any questions, please contact the HR Help Hub at hrhelphub@txtav.com or 316-517-5252, Option 5.
Congratulations to Local 774 members working for Service & Management Resources, Inc., on their new collective bargaining agreement.
If you are a veteran who has not yet registered with the VA or needs assistance from a Veterans Service Officer to reassess your case. You can schedule a meeting with IAM Veteran representatives at District Lodge 70, who can help you register or explore benefits between May 13 and May 15. The Machinists Union offers this unique benefit that no other labor union provides. It’s not just about financial support; there are many benefits that veterans may not realize they qualify for. Don’t hesitate—make that phone call and schedule your spot! Call the district office and ask for Teressa or Tammy weekdays from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at 316-522-1591.
Flags of Freedom is a grand display of 600 American flags hosted by United Way of the Plains and IAM & AW District Lodge #70. The community is invited to participate by purchasing a dedication in honor or memory of a veteran, visiting the flags, and attending the dedication ceremony. Proceeds will support Veterans Ride Free, an initiative between United Way of the Plains, the Robert J. Dole VA Medical Center and the City of Wichita Transit Authority to provide veterans with free rides on city transit to access employment, doctor appointments and more. Follow the link to the United Way of the Plains webpage to make your dedication today.
Purchase your dedication by Monday, May 26, 2025.
Volunteers are welcome to help assemble and dismantle the flag field for the 2025 Flags of Freedom event, organized by the United Way of the Plains and IAMAW District Lodge 70 in May. Please refer to the flyer for specific dates and times to volunteer.
Our monthly membership business meeting will be held on Saturday, March 15th, starting at 10:00 AM until the meeting concludes. This is an opportunity for members to participate in the decision-making process of Local Lodge 774. IAM members from any lodge are welcome to attend. #IAM774
