CNN —The union representing pilots flying cargo planes for UPS say they will not cross picket lines if Teamsters strike next month, a spokesperson for the Independent Pilots Association confirmed to CNN. The heads of the two unions say in letters to each other that their support proved pivotal during a previous Teamsters strike in 1997. “No one wants a work stoppage, but should a legal IBT strike be initiated, you and the IBT can count on the IPA for support.”This does not mean UPS pilots are going on strike, rather there will be a work stoppage as they vow not to fly UPS cargo. Such as high value spare parts, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, anything of high value or high opportunity cost”Without UPS’ Pilots – the company will not be able to move anything from California to New York in a day. “This certainly is even more pressure on ups management to come to a deal with teamsters,” said Miller.

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Persons: ”, Robert Travis, “, Jason Miller, Miller Organizations: CNN, UPS, Teamsters, Independent Pilots Association, “, Department of Supply Chain Management, Michigan State, Pilots, teamsters, UPS Air, FedEx Express Locations: California, New York