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Spreadsheet for October Pairings

We have created an excel spreadsheet to review all the pairings that have been created and awarded in the ANC base.  We are excited to share that spreadsheet with all of you.

Click the following link to view the October Pairings Spreadsheet:  Oct 16 Bid.xlsx

The spreadsheet contains:

  • Pairings (Pairing Numbers)
  • Days (Length of Pairing)
  • C/I (Check In Times)
  • C/O (Check-Out Times)
  • TAFB (Time Away From Base) which is listed as hours and minutes
  • ADC (Average Daily Credit)
  • Pay TFP (Total TFP you will be paid if trip is flown.  Inclusive of MPRs)
  • Sit TFP (Indicates how much tfp of Sit Pay is in the pairing)
  • TAFB/TFP (Time Away From Base per TFP value)
  • Duty Legs
  • D/H (DH legs)
  • L/O (Layover Location)
  • Compensation (inclusive of sit pay and per diem) and you can change the TFP Rate (located in the upper right corner of the spreadsheet) to reflect your step rate amount which will adjust the compensation column to reflect the accurate amount each individual FA will receive at their rate of pay.
  • Days (the days of the month that pairing operates)

We hope you find this information helpful and would appreciate your feedback.  If you find value in the document, we will do our best to provide it for you each month. If you have any questions about the spreadsheet, please contact us at anc@afaalaska.org.

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Spreadsheet for September 2016 Pairings

We have created an excel spreadsheet to review all the pairings that have been created and awarded in the ANC base.  We are excited to share that spreadsheet with all of you.

Click the following link to view the September Pairings Spreadsheet:  Sept 16 Bid.xlsx

The spreadsheet contains:

  • Pairings (Pairing Numbers)
  • Days (Length of Pairing)
  • C/I (Check In Times)
  • C/O (Check-Out Times)
  • TAFB (Time Away From Base) which is listed as hours and minutes
  • ADC (Average Daily Credit)
  • Pay TFP (Total TFP you will be paid if trip is flown.  Inclusive of MPRs)
  • Sit TFP (Indicates how much tfp of Sit Pay is in the pairing)
  • TAFB/TFP (Time Away From Base per TFP value)
  • Duty Legs
  • D/H (DH legs)
  • L/O (Layover Location)
  • Compensation (inclusive of sit pay and per diem) and you can change the TFP Rate (located in the upper right corner of the spreadsheet) to reflect your step rate amount which will adjust the compensation column to reflect the accurate amount each individual FA will receive at their rate of pay.
  • Days (the days of the month that pairing operates)

We hope you find this information helpful and would appreciate your feedback.  If you find value in the document, we will do our best to provide it for you each month. If you have any questions about the spreadsheet, please contact us at anc@afaalaska.org.

Supplemental Benefits – 2016 Enrollment

From July 18th—20th, National Group Protection (NGP) will be in the crew lounge in Anchorage to communicate the AFA supplemental benefit plans.  Please look for the NGP benefit counselors during the on-site enrollment to enroll or make changes to your existing coverage.  Note that you can enroll in any of the crew lounges, not just your base location.

  • Accident Insurance
  • Critical Illness Coverage
  • Whole Life Insurance

There are some benefit enhancements/upgrades this year, so please take the time to sit down with a benefit counselor and review your options.  This is also an excellent time to make sure you have filed for your annual health screening benefits, which are part of the accident and critical illness benefit plans.

  • Supplemental – these plans supplement any existing coverage
  • Voluntary – members choose to participate
  • Limited Underwriting – no medical or physical exams required
  • Family Coverage – available with all of the plans
  • Portable – members can continue coverage if they leave the company
  • Payroll Deduction – premiums are paid through payroll deduction

If you have any questions regarding the upcoming enrollment, please contact National Group Protection (NGP) at 800-344-9016.

 

Government Affairs Workshop – August 15, 2016

Save the Date for AFA Government Affairs Workshop, August 15, 2016!!

The Association of Flight Attendants Government Affairs Department is offering a 1-day “Introduction to Government Affairs” workshop on Monday August 15, 2016. The training will be held at the Alaska Airlines Regional Headquarters In Anchorage. The training will start at 9:00AM and will end at 4:00 PM.

This introductory workshop is provided as an overview for new committee members and activists. This workshop will explore how government affairs and legislative activism are important to flight attendants, the necessity of growing FlightPAC, how to maximize grassroots engagement effectively and using social media for grassroots activism.

The workshop is unpaid but training materials, morning snacks and lunch will be provided. It will be conducted at the Alaska Airlines Regional Headquarters In Anchorage.

Stephen Schembs, AFA Government Affairs Director, will conduct the training with special guest Kim Hayes, the deputy director of Alaska AFL-CIO who will speak about local labor and political issues that will be on the ballot in November.

Please join us if your ready to be engaged in the process.  Please RSVP to this communication so we can have a count for providing training materials and food. Thresia Raynor, our local ANC Government Affairs Chair will be hosting this workshop!

MEC Officer Election Results

With the current Master Executive Council (MEC) Officers’ term ending on December 31, 2025, our MEC held elections this week for the next term. According to the AFA-CWA Constitution and Bylaws, each of the eight Local Executive Council (LEC) Presidents casts one vote for each officer position. The following AFA Flight Attendants have been elected […]

Sick Leave Survey Deadline Extended

Our JNC has received reports that some Flight Attendants may not have received the Sick Leave Survey email due to technical issues. Please check your spam or junk folder. The survey deadline has been extended to Friday, November 21, at Noon PT, allowing everyone to participate.

Sick Leave Survey Closing Soon

There’s just 1 DAY LEFT to complete the Sick Leave Survey that will help shape future provisions. Our JNC is eager to hear your thoughts on which elements of our paid sick leave policy are most meaningful to you, as we strive to improve our support for your needs. The survey is currently open and will remain available until Tuesday, November 11 at Noon PT.

Council 30 (ANC) LEC Officer Election Results

Polls closed at 12 PM PT today for the election of Council 30 LEC Officers, representing Alaska Airlines Flight Attendants based in Anchorage. The following AFA Flight Attendants have been elected to Local Council Officer positions: LEC President: LeiLauni ScheidemanLEC Vice President: Heather ReierLEC Secretary: Anne Madsen View the certified election results here >> These newly elected officers […]

Apps To Help You Save Money On Food

Our AFA Employee Assistance Program (EAP)/Professional Standards Committee recognizes that Flight Attendants may be facing increasing challenges when it comes to accessing affordable food, whether on the road or at home. We want you to know that you are not alone. In response to these difficulties, we have compiled a list of apps to help […]

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