Labor, Unions, and the No-Confidence Vote — Reading the Room in 2026

American Airlines has a deeply unionized workforce — pilots (APA), flight attendants (APFA), mechanics (TWU/IAM), and others. In February 2026, the APFA passed a historic no-confidence vote against CEO Robert Isom. The pilots' APA contract is amendable in 2027. This module gives candidates the labor context — without taking sides — so they can navigate culture, conflict, and "why American?" questions thoughtfully.