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        Hawaiian Inflight Service Committee Update – LHR Test Flights in September

        August 16, 2026 11:10

        This message is for pre-merger Seattle-Based Hawaiian Flight Attendants

        SEA Inflight Service Committee Update

        WHAT’S HAPPENING?

        Management will be testing a new prior to landing meal on all LONDON flights.


        WHAT IS IT?

        A new COLD (NO OPTION) meal will be offered prior to landing instead of the 2 hot meals.  The ONLY OPTION will be to EAT or NOT EAT.

        (SEA – LHR MEAL) A container of continental breakfast items  
        (LHR – SEA MEAL) A container of assorted fruit and cheese


        DO WE HAVE TO PUT IT ON THE SMALL TSU?

        NO! There will only be the meal container.


        WHEN DOES TESTING START?

        The first test flight is projected to start on 9/9/26 AS100 SEA – LHR


        HOW LONG WILL THEY BE TESTING IT?

        30 days


        WHEN DOES TESTING END?

        The last day of testing is projected to be on 10/9/26


        WHY ARE THEY DOING TESTING?

        Management is looking for ways to improve guest feedback scores.


        WHY ONLY LHR FLIGHTS?

        Test flights are logistically challenging on the operation.  Minimizing the kitchens involved in the test minimizes loading error.


        WHEN WAS THE COMPANY GOING TO TELL US?

        They are planning to send out a communication regarding testing early next month.


        WHY ARE YOU TELLING US?

        We are in the middle of bidding. “We” (The AFA Inflight Service Committee) wanted to inform you NOW so that you can BID ACCORDINGLY.


        WHAT HAPPENS IF I DECIDE TO WORK LHR FLIGHTS THAT ARE BEING TESTED?

        Please kokua “help” by sending in your feedback. Here are a few questions to answer if you aren’t sure what to write.

        • Does the new cold meal alleviate workload?
        • Do the guests like the new cold meal? 
        • Are the containers being loaded well?
        • Are the meal containers easy to take out of the cart and serve?
        • How is rubbish collection following the service?
        • How has this test affected overall trash management?

        HOW DO I SEND IN MY FEEDBACK?

        1. B2B (using B2B is the first preference to send ALL feedback) CORPORATE MANAGEMENT AND YOUR AFA SERVICE COMMITTEE HAS ACCESS TO YOUR REPORTS
        2. 787.feedback@afahawaiian.org (this would be your second option) 

        Mahalo,

        Kekai Lum, Hawaiian Airlines Council 47, Seattle
        Inflight Service Chair – SEA Focus
        kekai.lum@afahawaiian.org

        Filed Under: Council 47 LAX/SEA (pmHA) Tagged With: Council 47, pmHA

        Council 47 SEA Base Update – SEA Membership Meeting Final Reminder

        August 11, 2026 07:00

        This message is for pre-merger Hawaiian Seattle Based Flight Attendants

        Final Reminder:
        SEATTLE MEMBERSHIP MEETING
        August 15th

        Aloha Seattle Flight Attendants,

        Our Council 47 Seattle Membership Meeting is just a few days away, and I wanted to send one final reminder before we see everyone this Saturday.

        🗓️ Date: Saturday, August 15, 2026

        ⏰ Time: 11AM – 2PM PT

        📍 Location: 18000 International Blvd., SeaTac, WA 98188 Earhart Room, Lower Plaza Level
        🚗 Parking validation will be provided.
        🍱 Lunch will be catered by L&L Hawaiian Barbecue.

        I’ve attached a short video with a few thoughts about why I hope you’ll join us.

        This meeting is an opportunity to hear important updates on Seattle, our SEA Letter of Agreements, inflight service, committee work, and other issues impacting our members. Along with a number of our Council 47 leaders, we’ll also be joined by our MEC Inflight Service Chair Bianca McKee, who will be discussing inflight service and answering your questions.

        Whether you’ve attended many membership meetings or this would be your first, I encourage you to come. Your voice, your questions, and your perspective make our union stronger. Staying informed and engaged is one of the best ways we can advocate for ourselves and for one another.

        Lunch will be provided, and we look forward to spending the afternoon with you.

        If you haven’t registered yet, please click this link. We hope to see you there!

        In Solidarity,

        Joshua Aoki
        LEC President
        Council 47 LAX/SEA
        josh.aoki@afahawaiian.org
        (562)310-5613

        Register Here >>>

        Filed Under: Council 47 LAX/SEA (pmHA) Tagged With: Council 47, pmHA

        Council 47 SEA Base Update – SEA Membership Meeting Reminder

        August 5, 2026 08:00

        This message is for pre-merger Hawaiian Seattle Based Flight Attendants

        SEA Membership Meeting Reminder

        A reminder that our first Council 47 Seattle Membership Meeting is just around the corner! If you haven’t already, be sure to register to reserve your seat.

        This meeting is your opportunity to hear directly from your Council 47 leadership, receive important updates affecting Seattle Flight Attendants, ask questions, and connect with fellow members as we continue building our new domicile together.

        🗓️ Date: Saturday, August 15, 2026


        ⏰ Time: 11AM – 2PM PT


        📍 Location: 18000 International Blvd., SeaTac, WA 98188
        🚗 Parking validation will be provided.
        🍱 Lunch will be catered by L&L Hawaiian Barbecue.

        Meeting Agenda

        • Call to Order
        • Leadership Introductions
        • Officer Reports and Base Updates
        • Inflight Service Update w/ guest Bianca McKee — MEC Inflight Service Chair
        • Seattle Letter of Agreement
        • Return to Base Letter of Agreement
        • Committee Reports
        • Membership Questions & Comments

        If you are on Reserve that day and plan to attend if you are not assigned a trip, we encourage you to register.

        Registration is required, and attendance is limited to Council 47 members. We look forward to seeing you there and hearing your questions and feedback.

        Register Here >>>

        Filed Under: Council 47 LAX/SEA (pmHA) Tagged With: Council 47, pmHA

        Council 47 Committee Update – Communication and Safety Vacancies

        August 3, 2026 08:00

        This message is for pre-merger Hawaiian Flight Attendants

        🗣️🦺Communication and Safety Committee Vacancies

        Aloha Council 47 Members,

        Council 47 is accepting applications for one Committee Chair position and one Committee Member Position.


        🗣️ Communications Chair (LAX/SEA) 🗣️

        This position works closely with the Council Officers and Committees to develop communications for the membership, including newsletters, flyers, meeting announcements, social media content, and other informational materials.

        We’re looking for someone who is:

        • Comfortable with technology and digital communication tools.
        • Familiar with Canva and Google Workspace
        • Organized, dependable, and able to meet deadlines.
        • Interested in helping improve how we communicate with our members.

        Read committee description here.


        🦺 Safety Committee Members (SEA) 🦺

        We are looking for a Seattle-based Flight Attendant(s) to serve as the Council 47 representative(s) for the Air Safety, Health & Security (ASHS) Committee.

        This is a low-commitment role. The primary responsibility is to gather safety, health, and security concerns from Seattle-based Flight Attendants and communicate those issues to our ASHS Chair, Kahea Alvarez, who will coordinate follow-up and work with the appropriate departments.

        If safety is something you’re interested in and you’d like to help ensure concerns from the Seattle domicile are heard, we encourage you to apply.

        Read committee description here.


        How To Apply

        If you’re interested in either position, please fill out the Willingness to Serve form.

        Applications will be accepted until August 17, 2026.

        Filed Under: Council 47 LAX/SEA (pmHA) Tagged With: Council 47, pmHA

        Council 47 Reserve Committee – Meet Your Reserve Chairs

        July 30, 2026 15:00

        This message is for pre-merger Hawaiian Flight Attendants

        Meet Your Reserve Chairs

        Aloha Council 47,

        Your SEA/LAX Reserve Committee is excited to introduce themselves and connect with our Reserve Flight Attendants. Whether you’re new to Reserve or have years of experience, your committee is here to answer questions, provide guidance, and help you navigate the contract and day-to-day Reserve issues.

        Throughout August 2-5, Zach Rajkovacz and Megan Moore will be visiting the Seattle crew lounge to meet with Flight Attendants, answer questions, and hear your feedback. If you see them, please stop by and say hello. They look forward to meeting you.

        LAX lounge visit dates will be announced soon, so stay tuned for more information.

        In the meantime, we invite you to get to know your Reserve Committee below. They’re committed to being a resource, advocating for Reserve Flight Attendants, and ensuring our contract is applied fairly and consistently.

        We look forward to seeing you in Seattle soon!

        Mahalo,

        Council 47 Reserve Committee LAX/SEA
        Zach Rajkovacz
        zach.rajkovacz@afahawaiian.org
        Megan Moore
        megan.moore@afahawaiian.org

        Filed Under: Council 47 LAX/SEA (pmHA) Tagged With: Council 47, pmHA

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