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        Honoring Your Feelings On The Anniversary Of 9/11: A Message For Flight Attendants

        September 10, 2024 17:00

        Employee Assistance Program (EAP)/Professional Standards Committee

        For Flight Attendants, the anniversary of September 11th holds deep emotional significance. Whether you were flying that day, knew someone personally affected, or joined the profession afterward, the weight of that tragic day is often felt across the industry. The emotions that surface on this anniversary can vary widely—ranging from grief and sadness to pride and resilience. It’s essential to acknowledge these feelings and find ways to honor them.

        You’re not alone in how you feel. The aviation community shares a unique bond, and this anniversary is often a time when Flight Attendants, pilots, ground staff, and all those connected to the industry come together in solidarity. Reaching out to colleagues can provide a sense of comfort and shared understanding. Sometimes, simply talking about your feelings with someone who understands can bring relief. By honoring your own feelings and supporting one another, you help carry forward the legacy of resilience and unity that defines the aviation community.

        While honoring the memory of 9/11, it’s equally important to care for your own well-being. The emotions stirred on this day can be heavy, so take time for self-care. This might include spending time with loved ones, engaging in activities that bring you comfort, or simply giving yourself permission to step away from any overwhelming emotions.

        If you feel the need for more support, don’t hesitate to reach out to a Local AFA EAP Committee representative.  You can connect to one through AFA Alaska EAP at (949) 470-0493. You can also find the listing of your Local AFA EAP Committee with their contact information at afaalaska.org/eap.

        Filed Under: AFA News Now, EAP/Professional Standards Committee Tagged With: September 11

        AFA Alaska News in Review – September 6, 2024

        September 6, 2024 17:00

        In This Edition

        • TA2 Survey: 3 Days Left
        • TA2 Survey: 24 Hours Left
        • TA2 Survey Is Now Closed
        • Human Rights Committee Meeting Recap – 3rd Quarter 2024
        • TA2 Update
        • Next Week’s Events

        TA2 Survey: 3 Days Left

        Originally posted September 1, 2024

        There are only 3 days left for the remaining 67% of Alaska Flight Attendants to complete the TA2 Survey. Our Negotiating Committee needs everyone to participate so our collective voice is heard!

        Read More >


        TA2 Survey: 24 Hours Left

        Originally posted September 3, 2024

        There are only 24 hours left for the remaining 49% of Alaska Flight Attendants to complete the TA2 Survey. Our Negotiating Committee needs everyone to participate so our collective voice is heard!

        Read More >


        TA2 Survey Is Now Closed

        Originally posted September 4, 2024

        Thank you to the 73.4% of Flight Attendants who completed the TA2 Survey.

        Using your input, our Negotiating Committee will draft a TA2 proposal to present to the MEC. Upon MEC approval, the Negotiating Committee will return to mediation as soon as dates are established with management and the NMB.

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        Human Rights Committee Meeting Recap – 3rd Quarter 2024

        Originally posted September 6, 2024

        Our AFA Human Rights Committee Chairpersons met on Friday, August 30, to discuss their ongoing program of work to advance human rights within our workplace and community. The Committee also met with management to receive updates on what progress has been made on concerns previously brought forward and address new concerns that have come to light. If you have ideas, thoughts, or feedback for the committee, your Local Human Rights Committee Chairperson would love to hear from you!

        Read More >


        TA2 Update

        Originally posted September 6, 2024

        Thank you to the 73.4% of Flight Attendants who took the time to thoughtfully fill out the TA2 Survey – a terrific response rate. Our Negotiating Committee is currently reviewing the comprehensive survey report, which includes over 1,000 pages of free-text answers.

        As a reminder, survey results must remain confidential and will not be released or shared with management, because we do not want management to know Flight Attendant bargaining priorities. AFA never publishes the survey results.

        Proposals are being drafted based on the priorities outlined in the survey, and will be presented to the MEC for their input and approval prior to our return to mediation.

        These are the mediation dates available for all parties and approved by the National Mediation Board: November 19-21 and December 17-19.

        Read More >


        Next Week’s Events

        Tuesday, September 10Quarterly Air Safety, Health, & Security Committee (ASHSC) Meeting
        Thursday, September 12Quarterly Hotel Committee Meeting
        Thursday, September 12Quarterly Reserve Committee Meeting
        Thursday, September 12ANC Base Safety Meeting
        Thursday, September 12Alternate Dispute Resolution (ADR)

        See the MEC Event Calendar >


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        Human Rights Committee Update – 3rd Quarter 2024

        September 6, 2024 09:00

        Human Rights Committee

        • Our AFA Human Rights Committee Chairpersons met on Friday, August 30, to discuss their ongoing program of work to advance human rights within our workplace and community.
        • The Committee also met with management to receive updates on what progress has been made on concerns that had been previously brought forward and address new concerns that have come to light. 
        • If you have ideas, thoughts, or feedback for the committee, your Local Human Rights Committee Chairperson would love to hear from you!

        On Friday, August 30, our AFA Local Human Rights Committee Chairpersons met to discuss their ongoing activism to build awareness and effect change within our workplace and community. Representing you at the meeting were Erika Daniel (SAN), Louise Borras (LAX), Aaron Miller (PDX). Also present was MEC Human Rights Committee Chairperson Chip Hestle II.

        The committee met with Seattle Director of Inflight Base Operations Jenny Bookert and VP Inflight Matt Prainito.

        The committee is next scheduled to meet with management on Monday, November 18, 2024. 

        Topics of Discussion

        The committee reviewed several items during internal AFA-only conversations and when meeting with management. Some items discussed include:

        • Discussions of Sept & Oct heritage events
        • Flight Attendant listening sessions. Sept 15th – Oct 15th next month Hispanic Heritage Month ANC Chairperson/Inflight/LCRG BRG Representative will host the next scheduled listening session, date and time TBD.
        • Concern of “Fly” Dress code while traveling – “Tattoos are never acceptable” requesting this be addressed
        • Concern of Medlink on our IMD identifying the guest as Male or Female, seeking if this can be more gender neutral
        • Alaska and Horizon jumpseat dress code has been changed to read more gender neutral

        What The Committee Is Working On

        1. Optional Pronouns on Wings. Awaiting finalization of Alaska acquisition of Hawaiian, as there may be an overall new design.  
        2. Working on a CBT with SFO Chairperson about understanding transgender people, gender identity, and gender expression 
        3. Resource for Flight Attendants about safety concerns in layover cities (Layover Safety Alerts) on the AFA Website.
        4. Med Link on our IMD. Identifying the guest as Male or Female, seeking if this can be more gender neutral 
        5. CSA manual being more gender neutral. Removal of the use of the identity language of he/she when addressing proper dress attire for non rev travel.
        6.  Arrival “Land Acknowledgement Announcements” for our 6 present domiciles also including HNL
        7. Batok Tattoos visible while in uniform. Awaiting finalization of Alaska acquisition of Hawaiian.

        We Want to Hear From You!

        Do you have feedback for the committee, concerns you’d like to share, or items you’d like brought up with management? Please let us know! Your Local Human Rights Committee is your voice to management. You can find our contact information on the Human Rights Committee page of the AFA Alaska website.

        Filed Under: AFA News Now, Human Rights & Equity Committee Tagged With: committee meeting

        AFA Alaska News in Review – August 30, 2024

        August 30, 2024 17:00

        In This Edition

        • TA2 Survey Now Open!
        • Scheduling Committee Meeting Recap – August 2024
        • The Importance of Avoiding Unlawful Self-Help
        • TA2 Negotiations Update – August 29, 2024
        • Next Week’s Events

        TA2 Survey Now Open!

        Originally posted August 27, 2024

        Completing the TA2 survey is the most efficient way to voice your concerns to our Negotiating Committee. Please give yourself at least 30 minutes to complete your survey so you are able to answer each question thoroughly. Without your participation, your individual priorities will go unheard. Complete your TA2 survey today!

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        Scheduling Committee Meeting Recap – August 2024

        Originally posted August 28, 2024

        On August 27, our AFA Scheduling Committee Chairpersons met to discuss their ongoing work representing Flight Attendants’ interests in lineholder scheduling. The Committee met with management to receive updates and discuss issues and problems Flight Attendants face with scheduling, pairings, and bidding. Your Local Scheduling Committee is available to assist with any lineholder scheduling-related issues. Don’t hesitate to reach out for help!

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        The Importance of Avoiding Unlawful Self-Help

        Originally posted August 29, 2024

        As negotiations continue, our top priority is addressing membership concerns when we return to the bargaining table. In the meantime, we must be careful (whether on social media, WhatsApp, texting or in person) about how we talk about negotiations and avoid unlawful self-help against the Company.

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        TA2 Negotiations Update – August 29, 2024

        Originally posted August 29, 2024

        Our Negotiating Committee needs all Alaska Flight Attendants to complete the TA2 Survey by Wednesday September 4 at Noon PT. Upon analyzing the survey data, the committee will draft the TA2 proposal and present it to the MEC for review before moving forward in the timeline as illustrated below.

        Read More >


        Next Week’s Events

        Wednesday, September 4Council 35 (SFO) Local Council Meeting
        Thursday, September 5Scheduling Review Board (SRB)

        See the MEC Event Calendar >


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        You can find the most up-to-date official information on our AFA Alaska social media accounts.  Click below and follow so you can stay connected!

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        Filed Under: Latest News Tagged With: AFA News in Review

        Scheduling Committee Meeting Recap – August 2024

        August 28, 2024 17:00

        Scheduling Committee

        • On August 27, our AFA Scheduling Committee Chairpersons met to discuss their ongoing work representing Flight Attendants’ interests in lineholder scheduling.
        • The Committee met with management to receive updates and discuss issues and problems Flight Attendants face with scheduling, pairings, and bidding.
        • Your Local Scheduling Committee is available to assist with any lineholder scheduling-related issues. Don’t hesitate to reach out for help!

        On Tuesday, August 27, our AFA Scheduling Committee Chairpersons/Representatives met to discuss their ongoing work to represent our Flight Attendants and push for improvements in our workplace. Representing you at the meeting were Heather Reier (ANC), Rita Tillou (SEA), Jaqui Bellenie (SFO), Melodie Anderes (PDX), Kanako Yamado (LAX), and Kitty Cohen (SAN). Also present were MEC Scheduling Committee Chairperson Jake Jones, MEC Scheduling Committee Vice Chairperson—Pairing Construction Karen Ferrell, and MEC Scheduling Committee Vice Chairperson—PBS Virginia Fritz. 

        The committee met with Managing Director of Operations Staffing and Resource Management Brittany Audette, Director of Crew Planning Trisha Bennett, Managing Director of Inflight Operations & Crew Scheduling Allen Thieman, Senior Manager Product Management RIck Mitchell, Supervisor of Inflight Crew Scheduling Matthew Trujillo, Manager of Crew Pay Debbie Bakke, and other management representatives from Crew Planning and Crew Scheduling.

        The Committee is next scheduled to meet on Tuesday, September 24, 2024.

        Topics of Discussion

        The committee reviewed several topics during internal AFA-only conversations and when meeting with management. Some items discussed include:

        • Flights facing heat restrictions, blocked seats, and short runways have caused passenger revenue reduction and issues with commuting in multiple locations.  
        • Night rule violations where crews were exceeding 10:30 duty limits. A reminder that the night rule supersedes irregular operations. 
        • Overview of staffing leaves for October. Currently, there is no plan to offer leaves; the company plans to lower line averages instead. 
        • There are issues with Crew Access notifications showing blank schedules. This sometimes occurs when Crew scheduling is working to confirm a hotel on your layover. 
        • Concerns over pairing options due to reduced seasonal flying.
        • Demand for more commutable and longer trips from LAX instead of co-terminals.
        • We resolved some issues regarding trip removals due to jury duty and discussed the need to remind crew schedulers of the process.
        • Hotels in the bid packet.  In some cases, the hotels will relocate the crew due to unforeseen circumstances. In most cases, the hotel in the bid packet will be the location to which you are assigned. 
        • Reminder to review fatigue management protocols. For information, refer to the Letter of Agreement at afaalaska.org. We are seeing an increase in fatigue reports among reserves and line holders.
        • There is a need for improved communication regarding the Flight Attendant website and SharePoint updates. We ask Flight Attendants to report missing or broken links to AAG information technology services (ITS) or AFA.
        • There is a noticeable decline in block hours for October, with a 13% reduction.
        • Year-over-year analysis indicating a mix of sick leave trends across different bases.
        • Crew Scheduling has approximately five (5) new crew schedulers assisting with the operation.
        • Crew Planning is hiring for a few available positions, while pilot crew planning assists until those roles are filled. 
        • Base Sits. We are anticipating a new budget for 2025. The PBS Subcommittee will not do base sits in October, November, or December. If you need assistance with bidding, please get in touch with them directly or reach out to your Local Scheduling or Reserve Committee. 

        What The Committee Is Working On

        1. NAVBLUE. The PBS Subcommittee is seeking feedback on how they can improve their assistance to flight crews regarding bid awards and understanding results. They provided both in-person and virtual meetings for this purpose. The PBS Subcommittee is working with management on PBS base sit budgets.  Management has the committee keep track of how money is being spent to assist flight crews with their bidding.  We appreciate your participation in virtual and in person base sits. 
        2. Pairings Survey. There is a discussion of reviewing bidding data from NAVBLUE to see what kind of pairings Flight Attendants are interested in flying instead of sending out a survey. We will continue to review options. 
        3. Chime Communications. To reduce phone call volumes, Flight Attendants may soon be able to chat with Crew Scheduling via app/Microsoft Teams. The chat will be for Flight Attendant-initiated contact only. The function is currently in the early stages of development and still needs to be discussed with Labor Relations management and our MEC. Testing and implementation are continuing over the next few weeks. We are working on a letter of agreement for implementation, which is still pending review. 
        4. Crew Scheduling. A monthly review of PowerPoint presentations covered various aspects such as reserve utilization, detailed breakdowns, sick leave (week by week and year over year), premium, personal drops, and other relevant agenda items.
        5. Crew Planning. Like Crew Scheduling, there was a monthly review of PowerPoint presentations that covered subsequent month staffing, trip length distribution, Flight Attendant block hours, special initiatives (e.g., IROPs), commutability, and other relevant agenda items. Statistics around teaming continue to be reviewed. Crew Planning continues to maximize pairing construction and optimizing teaming strategies to minimize costs and ensure that crews (Flight Attendants) can stay together for multiple segments.
        6. ITS. Representatives from ITS joined the scheduling meeting to provide updates on NAVBLUE, Crew Access, internal systems, and Block2Block. These updates include performance reviews, data analysis, and information about future releases.

        We Want to Hear From You!

        Whether you have feedback for the Committee, concerns to share, or items you’d like brought up with management – don’t hesitate to let us know. Your Local Scheduling Committee is here to be your voice to management. You can easily open a support ticket on the AFA Alaska Online Support Center or directly contact us using the information provided on the Scheduling Committee page of the AFA Alaska website.

        Filed Under: AFA News Now, Scheduling Committee Tagged With: committee meeting

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