The International Associations of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM), the union representing striking workers at Textron Aviation in Wichita, Kansas, has said mediators have been contacted and talks could “potentially resume next week”, as strike action continues.  

Around 5,000 members of the (IAM) Local 774 (District 70) in Wichita overwhelmingly rejected the company’s latest contract offer on September 21, 2024, and voted to go on strike. The offer included a 26% salary increase over four years, along with an annual bonus and other benefits. 

The union is seeking better working conditions in four main areas, IAM 774 members announced in an updated statement, published on September 24, 2024.  

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