Government to fire thousands of strikers
The union’s Nashua local reports only about 3 percent of 13,000 controllers returned to work after Reagan’s ultimatum. PATCO warns of harassment and seeks police protection for returnees. Fines exceed 5 million dollars, with cash assets as low as 150 thousand, while government vows mass dismissals and court challenges. FAA begins training a new wave of controllers.
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Strikers Back on Job Amid FAA Tower Tensions
Two PATCO controllers return to work while others continue picketing at the airport. Supervisors and staff are on 10 hour shifts six days a week. PATCO Local 256 President Rice warns of discipline for noncompliance and laments government action as strike tensions persist.
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Striking air controllers vow to stay out amid firings
PATCO members across the nation resist back-to-work orders after lengthy wage and hour negotiations collapse. Controllers, many facing dismissal, rally in Hast Meadow and Lorain shouting Strike while some depart to jail rather than accept penalties.
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AFL-CIO President Kirkland Joins O’Hare Picket Line
AP reports Laserphata Lane Kirkland president of AFL CIO walks with striking PATCO members at Chicago O’Hare Airport yesterday. Pickets cheer as the labor leader supports the strike and AFL CIO backing for the workers.
Reagan Leaves Washington for California Vacation
President Reagan plans a four week California vacation departing this afternoon. Air Force One will be prioritized and aides say the air traffic controllers strike will not delay his travel or keep him in Washington. Reagan spurns the capital despite the nationwide stoppage.
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