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Hawaiian Flight Attendant Seattle Domicile LOA Session #3 Roadshow Recording

This message is for pre-merger Hawaiian Flight Attendants

  • The SEA LOA Roadshow Presentation Session #3 is available for viewing, providing an update and comprehensive overview of the SEA LOA
  • The SEA LOA Q&A has been updated as of January 16 with the latest information and additional questions

SEA LOA Session #3 Roadshow Presentation

The Negotiating Committee has recorded the Seattle Domicile Letter of Agreement (SEA LOA) Presentation for viewing. This presentation will give a comprehensive overview of the SEA LOA along with recent updates.

SEA LOA Resources

The SEA LOA Question and Answer Post on AFA News Now has been updated to reflect the latest information and additional questions have been added.

Updated SEA Domicile Timeline

DateTimeEvent
Monday, January 192359 HTClose of bids
Tuesday, January 201200 HTPost of awards Email to successful bidders
Wednesday, January 212359 HTRescission deadline for successful bidders
Thursday, January 221200 HTPost of backfill awards (if any)
Friday, January 232359 HTRecission deadline for successful “backfill” bidders (if any)
Saturday, January 241200 HTPost of backfill awards (if any)
Sunday, January 252359 HTRescission for successful “backfill” bidders (if any)
Monday, January 26 Final Post

Bid Submission

As of January 15, 231 Hawaiian Flight Attendants have submitted bids for the new SEA Domicile. This includes 193 from HNL and 38 from LAX.

  • 29 of those submitting a SEA Domicile bid are within seniority 1-400
  • 27 of those submitting a SEA Domicile bid are within seniority 401-800
  • 49 of those submitting a SEA Domicile bid are within seniority 801-1200
  • 30 of those submitting a SEA Domicile bid are within seniority 1201-1600
  • 37 of those submitting a SEA Domicile bid are within seniority 1601-2000
  • 59 of those submitting a SEA Domicile bid are seniority 2001 or higher

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact your local leadership or email the SEA Domicile Negotiating Committee at sea@afahawaiian.org.

Pre-Merger Alaska MEC Committee Chairperson Election Results

This message is for pre-merger Alaska Flight Attendants

During this week’s MEC Meeting, our MEC held interviews for the position of MEC Reserve Committee Vice Chairperson—New Hire & Probation. We want to thank everyone who expressed interest in the available positions and their willingness to serve. After careful consideration and deliberation, the following candidate has been elected:

MEC Reserve Committee Vice Chairperson—New Hire & Probation: Meghan Casey

Meghan will carry out her role specific to our six pre-merger Alaska Local Councils as we continue to navigate the merger process. Her official term begins immediately. She will serve for the remainder of the current MEC Officer election cycle, which ends on December 31, 2028.

If you have any questions about the MEC Reserve Committee Vice Chairperson—New Hire & Probation elections, please reach out to your LEC President.

SEA Domicile Negotiations Update – January 2026

This message is for pre-merger Hawaiian Flight Attendants

  • SEA Domicile Vacancy bids have been extended to Monday, January 19 at 2359 HT
  • An agreement has been reached between the Hawaiian Seattle Domicile Negotiating Committee and management on several key issues, including the confirmation of the “Rescinding the Award” provision
  • As of January 7, a total of 189 Hawaiian Flight Attendants have submitted bids for the new SEA Domicile, with 163 from HNL and 26 from LAX

The Hawaiian Seattle Domicile Negotiating Committee appreciates your patience as we have been diligently pursuing improvements regarding the SEA Domicile Award Process. We are please to announced that we have reached an agreement with management on several outstanding items.

Importantly, the “Rescinding the Award” provision and timeline has been confirmed and we have agreed to extend the bid timeline by one week. We will discuss these updates and more at the virtual roadshow meeting tomorrow, Sunday, January 11.

  • Session #3 – Sunday, January 11, 2026 from 2 PM to 3:30 PM HT

New SEA Domicile Timeline

DateTimeEvent
Monday, January 192359 HTClose of bids
Tuesday, January 201200 HTPost of awards Email to successful bidders
Wednesday, January 212359 HTRescission deadline for successful bidders
Thursday, January 221200 HTPost of backfill awards (if any)
Friday, January 232359 HTRecission deadline for successful “backfill” bidders (if any)
Saturday, January 241200 HTPost of backfill awards (if any)
Sunday, January 252359 HTRescission for successful “backfill” bidders (if any)
Monday, January 26 Final Post

Recission Process

A Flight Attendant awarded an April vacancy may rescind their SEA domicile award by completing the Vacancy Bid Form by 2359 HST the calendar day following the bid award.  If a Flight Attendant rescinds a domicile award, they will not be able to submit another domicile bid for three (3) months in accordance with our current Contract.

Bid Submission

As of January 7, 189 Hawaiian Flight Attendants have submitted bids for the new SEA Domicile. This includes 163 from HNL and 26 from LAX.

  • 16 of those submitting a SEA Domicile bid are within seniority 1-400
  • 18 of those submitting a SEA Domicile bid are within seniority 401-800
  • 39 of those submitting a SEA Domicile bid are within seniority 801-1200
  • 30 of those submitting a SEA Domicile bid are within seniority 1201-1600
  • 34 of those submitting a SEA Domicile bid are within seniority 1601-2000
  • 54 of those submitting a SEA Domicile bid are seniority 2001 or higher

SEA LOA Resources

The SEA LOA Question and Answer section has been updated as of January 10.

The Association and management are dedicated to providing updates as new details emerge. We anticipate management will provide a similar update in the coming days.   Please direct your questions to sea@afahawaiian.org.

Hawaiian Flight Attendant Seattle Domicile LOA Session #3 Virtual Roadshow Reminder

This message is for pre-merger Hawaiian Flight Attendants

  •  The third session for the Seattle Domicile Letter of Agreement is scheduled for tomorrow, January 10, from 2 PM to 3:30 PM HT
  • All members in good standing should register for the webinar using a non-company email and review the SEA LOA Question and Answer prior to attending

The Hawaiian Seattle Domicile Negotiating Committee is hosting the third of three virtual roadshows tomorrow to share information about the Seattle Domicile Letter of Agreement (SEA LOA).

  • Session #3 – Sunday, January 11, 2026 from 2 PM to 3:30 PM HT

Webinar Reminders

  • All Members in good standing are welcome to join.
  • We encourage you to log on to the webinar early to verify your credentials and to ensure a prompt start
  • To register, please use a non-company email. Registration will close at the start of the webinar.
  • You may attend multiple sessions. Just fill out a separate registration form for each session you plan to join.
  • After you register, you’ll get a confirmation email with your unique link. Please keep this link private.

SEA LOA Resources

Please look over the SEA LOA Question and Answer section prior to attending the webinar, the information has been updated as of December 9. To make sure everyone gets the latest information, we may skip questions that have already been answered during the webinar. You may also submit your questions in advance using the registration form.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact your local leadership or email the SEA Domicile Negotiating Committee at sea@afahawaiian.org.

Using Apps to Support New Year Wellness Goals

The start of a new year often brings renewed goals around improved physical and mental well-being. Many people use apps to help with these goals. Here are some popular free wellness apps to try this year that can support your health, sleep, and daily routines. Most have strong free features, and some offer additional options for those who want to upgrade. If you use an app that helps you, consider sharing it with your flying partners. Our AFA EAP/Professional Standards Committee is also here to support your wellness. Call (949) 470-0493.

Mental Health & Mindfulness

  • Insight Timer – A completely free meditation app with one of the largest libraries of guided meditations, music tracks, and talks to help with stress, sleep, and focus. 
  • Calm (Free Version) – Offers guided meditations, breathing exercises, nature soundscapes, and short mindfulness content for stress and relaxation. (Free basic content, optional subscription available.) 
  • Finch – A gamified self-care app where you complete wellness activities (like mood check-ins and journaling) that help grow a virtual pet, making habit building more fun.

Fitness & Physical Activity

  • Nike Training Club – Free workouts for all fitness levels, from strength and mobility to yoga and conditioning, with tips and structured routines you can customize. 
  • Samsung Health – A holistic health tracker that syncs steps, workouts, sleep, heart rate, and more, helping you monitor overall well-being on your phone or wearable. 

Sleep & Relaxation

  • BetterSleep (Free Mode) – Helps you relax and fall asleep with soundscapes, bedtime stories, and breathing exercises (with optional premium content). 

Mood & Habit Tracking

  • DailyBean: Simplest Journal – A simple mood journal and tracker that lets you log your daily emotions and sleep alongside life notes. 

787-9 Inflight Service Grievance: Protecting Our Contract and Standards

This message is for pre-merger Hawaiian Flight Attendants For decades, Hawaiian Airlines Flight Attendants have defined the Spirit of Aloha. We take pride in delivering world-class service, but management’s current Boeing 787-9 service model is threatening that legacy. It isn’t just inefficient—it’s an unsustainable pace that undermines the quality our passengers expect and the professional […]

Pre-Merger Alaska Reserve Webinar Video and Q&A Recap – August 6, 2026

This message is for pre-merger Alaska Flight Attendants Thank you to everyone who joined our first pre-merger Alaska Reserve Webinar! We created this interactive session to share practical contract tips and help you feel more confident about reserve life. You can now watch the recording on our YouTube channel using the link below. Please note that […]

Wrapping Up Membership Engagement Focus Month: Stronger Together

July was a remarkable month for our Membership Engagement Committee. We set out with a clear purpose: to bring our Flight Attendant community closer together, share valuable resources, and build authentic connections throughout our system. Over the past four weeks, we explored what it means to be engaged in our AFA family. We kicked things […]

Benefits Committee Meeting Recap – July 2026

This message is for pre-merger Alaska Flight Attendants On Wednesday, July 22, our pre-merger Alaska Benefits Committee Chairpersons met for their regular monthly meeting. This meeting was an internal AFA-only meeting and did not involve management.  Representing you at the meeting were Ava McWilliams Ellington (LAX), Linda Gunselman (PDX), Sonia Quackenbush (SAN), Kathy O’Malley (SEA), […]

Discover The AFA Online Learning Academy

As part of Membership Engagement Committee Focus Month, we’re excited to spotlight one of our core missions: empowering you with knowledge and confidence to participate more fully in our Union. When we understand how our Union works, we strengthen our collective voice and create a more engaged community. To help you on this journey, we’re […]

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