In Module 4, we discussed various core objectives of collective bargaining withi

In Module 4, we discussed various core objectives of collective bargaining withi

In Module 4, we discussed various core objectives of collective bargaining within the aviation industry. You will now review further, the contractual negotiations process and the leverage that unions are able to utilize within the contractual negotiations process.
Discuss how negotiating, as a union, can create more or less bargaining power and leverage within the aviation industry. Include a minimum of three specific points in your discussion.
You are encouraged to illustrate your answer with an example. Please locate a peer-reviewed article from an external site to support your viewpoints.
Readings
Kaps, R., Hamilton, J., and Bliss, T. (2012). Labor relations in the aviation and aerospace industries. Southern Illinois University Press.
Read Part 2, Element 5, pages 35-55 Negotiating the Collective Bargaining Agreement
Caputo, A., Borbely, A., & Dabic, M. (2019). Building theory on the negotiation capability of the firm: Evidence from Ryanair. Journal of Knowledge Management, 23(2), 240-262.
Reed, T., & Reed, D. (2014). American airlines, us airways and the creation of the world’s largest airline: The converging histories of american airlines and us airways. ProQuest eBook Central.
Chapter 13 – The War Between East and West (pp. 121-130; 10 pages)
Chapter 16 – Labor Takes the Lead (pp. 152-170; 9 pages)
Union websites
Pilots: https://www.alpa.org/
Flight Attendants: https://www.afacwa.org/
Mechanics: https://www.goiam.org/