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        AFA News in Review – August 22, 2025

        August 22, 2025 17:00

        In This Edition

        • Seniority Merger Integration Committee Update – August 2025
        • Hawaiian Airlines SEA Flight Attendant Domicile Update – August 2025
        • Uniform Committee Meeting Recap – 3rd Quarter 2025
        • Next Week’s Events

        Seniority Merger Integration Committee Update – August 2025

        Originally posted August 19, 2025

        The deadline to challenge the seniority date listed in your Seniority Verification Letter (SVL) is quickly approaching–all challenges must be received by August 29, 2025. Check your position on your pre-merger airline’s current list and stay informed about the upcoming work of the Seniority Merger Integration Committee (SMIC) as we work towards a unified seniority list for our Flight Attendants.

        Read More >


        Hawaiian Airlines SEA Flight Attendant Domicile Update – August 2025

        Originally posted August 21, 2025 | Pre-Merger Hawaiian

        Planning continues for the new Hawaiian Airlines Seattle domicile set to open in 2026, with a dedicated Negotiating Committee established to expedite negotiations with management. AFA Council 47 will represent Hawaiian Flight Attendants at the new base, supporting both LAX and SEA-based Hawaiian Flight Attendants once the base opens.

        Read More >


        Uniform Committee Meeting Recap – 3rd Quarter 2025

        Originally posted August 22, 2025 | Pre-Merger Alaska

        Our Uniform Committee is working on a simpler way to report uniform problems–soon, you’ll be able to report issues directly from your IMD. Also, with boot season coming up, remember to check the uniform guidelines to stay stylish, compliant, safe, and warm!

        Read More >


        Next Week’s Events

        Tuesday, August 26Monthly Scheduling Committee Meeting (pmAS)

        See the MEC Event Calendar >

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

        Uniform Committee Meeting Recap – 3rd Quarter 2025

        August 22, 2025 09:00

        This message is for pre-merger Alaska Flight Attendants

        On Thursday, August 14, the AFA Local Uniform Committee Chairpersons met to discuss their ongoing work to represent Flight Attendants and push for improvements in the workplace. Representing you at the meeting were Kim Mazzolini (ANC), Dena Heath (SEA), David Jelinek (PDX), Lisa Mueller (SFO), Heather Holmes (LAX), JP Perina (SAN). Horizon AFA MEC Uniform Committee Chairperson Norann Mann and MEC Uniform Committee Chairperson Kiara Jenkins were also present.

        The committee also met with Interim Senior Product Manager Marketing Ann McCurties, Senior Product Manager Marketing Megan Low, Supply Chain Program Manager Lizzie Revard, PDX Inflight Base Manager Kristie Stafford, and SFO Inflight Base Manager Cierra Lewis.

        The next Quarterly Uniform Committee Meeting will be held on Thursday, November 6.

        Topics of Discussion 

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

        • The 2026 Uniform Committee Quarterly Meetings dates are as follows: February 19, May 7, August 13, and November 5.  
        • A uniform issue reporting form to be located on the IMD has been approved by IT. Management will continue to collaborate with IT and will provide updates on testing and launch dates as they become available.  
        • Additional Phase 2 uniform focus groups are tentatively scheduled for October.  
        • The second round of Request for Proposal (RFP) meetings with various labor groups took place this month. The primary focus was on evaluating the potential manufacturers surveyed as candidates. Discussion also included the transition to Phase 2 (production) elements, such as cut & sew, safety (fire-resistant material), and fabric.  
        • Flight Attendants should not be charged for wings. If you have been charged, please contact management to arrange for a refund.  
        • Alisa Onishi from Hawaiian Airlines is leading the new uniform program. Please direct all new uniform inquiries and discussions to her. Current uniform issues will continue to be handled by the existing management personnel who attend the quarterly meetings.  
        • The Committee has requested that the Copper River vest be approved for use when flying within the state of Alaska. Management will review this request.  
        • With boot season approaching, please review the boot guidelines. If you would like to seek pre-approval before purchasing your boot wear, please email kristie.stafford@alaskaair.com.  
        • For those interested in purchasing Arctic boots and receiving reimbursement through a deduction from your uniform allotment, please refer to section 13.D.1 of the contract for more information.

        What The Committee Is Working On

        1. Arctic Stuff Sack: Management will revisit a Unisync test sack that was initially thought to be too bulky, but may ultimately fit the needs due to the size of the parka.
        2. Quarter Zip Cardigan: The Committee noticed these pieces have been removed from the uniform subsite. Some sizes have completely sold out, and when they do, there will not be a restock. Management will work with Unisync to return the remaining sizes to the subsite so Flight Attendants can order them until stock is depleted.
        3. Pantyhose: The Committee continues to advocate for less expensive or discounted options, as the price and difficulty of finding pantyhose (especially navy ones) have increased.

        We Want to Hear From You!

        Please fill out the Quality Concern Form on the Uniform subsite on TeamAAG with any quality issues. Additionally, you may email your Local Uniform Committee Chairperson. Please consider opening a ticket on the AFA Alaska Online Support Center so the Uniform Committee can track these issues.

        Would you like to join the wear test pool? Do you have other feedback for the committee or items that you’d like brought up with management? Please let us know!  Your Local Uniform Committee is your voice to management. You can find contact information on the Uniform Committee page of the AFA Alaska website. 

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

        Hawaiian Airlines SEA Flight Attendant Domicile Update – August 2025

        August 21, 2025 09:00

        This message is for pre-merger Hawaiian Flight Attendants

        We want to provide an update on the planning progress for the Hawaiian Airlines Seattle (SEA) domicile announced by the Company, which management intends to open in 2026.

        Since the initial announcement, two key developments have occurred:

        SEA Domicile Negotiating Committee

        Section 27 D.2 of our contract provides that AFA and the Company must negotiate before establishing a new domicile. Recognizing the need for an expedited timeline, the pre-merger Hawaiian members of our MEC have chosen a Negotiating Committee prepared to address this process efficiently. The Negotiating Committee Members are Joshua Aoki, Jeff Fuke, and Martin Gusman.

        MEC President Tim Green will serve as the Chairperson of the committee, and Paula Mastrangelo, our AFA Staff Negotiator for the Joint Negotiating Committee, will also take on this role for the SEA Domicile Negotiating Committee.

        While meeting dates for negotiations with management are yet to be scheduled, we promise to keep you updated every step of the way.

        AFA Local Council Representation

        According to the MEC Policy and Procedure Manual, specific considerations must be addressed regarding who within AFA will represent the Flight Attendants at the new base [Article X.2].

        After thorough consultations with AFA International and careful review of the policy requirements, the pre-merger Hawaiian voting members of the MEC—LEC Presidents Martin Gusman and Joshua Aoki—have unanimously agreed that Council 47 will represent Flight Attendants based in SEA. This means the Council 47 Officers and Committees will support both LAX and SEA-based Hawaiian Flight Attendants once the SEA base is operational.

        Questions?

        We recognize that many details still need to be worked out regarding the SEA Hawaiian Flight Attendant domicile. Many of these will be addressed in our upcoming negotiations. We are committed to providing you with as much information as possible throughout this process. If you have any questions or need clarification, please feel free to reach out to your LEC President.

        Mahalo for your continued solidarity and support as we navigate this together.

        Filed Under: AFA News Now, AS/HA Merger Tagged With: HA SEA Domicile

        Seniority Merger Integration Committee Update – August 2025

        August 19, 2025 09:00

        Challenges to Seniority Dates Must Be Received by August 29

        We want to ensure that your voice is heard regarding any challenges to the competitive bidding seniority date in your Seniority Verification Letter (SVL). All challenges must be received by August 29, 2025, in accordance with the AFA Constitution and Bylaws. For guidance, refer to the instructions included in your SVL letter and send your supporting documents to:

        Association of Flight Attendants – CWA
        501 Third Street NW, 10th Floor
        Washington, DC 20001.

        If you haven’t received your SVL, don’t worry! You can request a duplicate by emailing smic@afacwa.org. When reaching out, please provide your name, employee number, council/base, and personal email address to ensure that we can process your request in the most efficient way possible.

        You can also check your current competitive bidding seniority date by visiting the seniority lists for Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines using the links below. Please note that these lists were compiled in April 2025, but will be updated in the future to reflect the latest initial training classes.

        Click here for the Alaska Airlines seniority list >
        Click here for the Hawaiian Airlines seniority list >

        What Happens Next?

        In September 2025, the Seniority Merger Integration Committee (SMIC) will meet in Washington, DC, at the AFA International Office. During this meeting, the Committee will review all submitted challenges related to the SVLs. If you submit a challenge, you’ll receive a follow-up letter with the outcome via US Mail.

        Moving forward, we’ll also work on adjusting initial training dates for Hawaiian Flight Attendants, developing a methodology for same-day tiebreakers, and merging the two seniority lists into a single unified list.

        Once a Joint Collective Bargaining Agreement (JCBA) is ratified, the SMIC will update all Members via email to outline the seniority merger process, provide access to the merged list, and address frequently asked questions.

        Timeline of the SMIC Process

        Questions?

        We’ve prepared a list of frequently asked questions that you can find here. If you have any other inquiries about the seniority verification letters or the seniority verification process, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at smic@afacwa.org.

        Previous SMIC Communications

        • Seniority Verification Letters Are On Their Way (July 16, 2025)
        • Seniority Merger Integration Committee (SMIC) FAQs (July 23, 2025)

        Filed Under: AFA News Now, AS/HA Merger Tagged With: Seniority Merger Integration Committee (AS/HA)

        AFA News in Review – August 15, 2025

        August 15, 2025 17:00

        In This Edition

        • Hotel Committee Meeting Recap – August 2025
        • Shared on Social
        • Next Week’s Events

        Hotel Committee Meeting Recap – August 2025

        Originally posted August 15, 2025 | Pre-Merger Alaska

        What happens when reports of possible bed bugs surface at one of our crew hotels? This week’s Hotel Committee meeting recap highlights how management and hotel staff handle these concerns. Plus, read about the challenges of unplanned accommodations in remote Alaskan outstations and the updated ad hoc hotel list that’s soon to be posted.

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        Shared on Social

        Check out this week’s highlights from our social media! Click on a graphic below to view the original post on Instagram. Be sure to follow us for the latest updates and news as we share it!

        Originally posted August 13, 2025


        Next Week’s Events

        Monday, August 18Monthly Communications Committee Meeting

        See the MEC Event Calendar >

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

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        On Monday, October 13, our AFA Local Hotel Committee Chairpersons met in person in Seattle to receive an update about current layover hotels and transportation providers and discuss concerns with management. Representing you at the meeting were Dori Marron (ANC), Jarod McNeill (SEA), Kelly Hepworth (PDX), Hilary Streem (SFO), Chris Cardenas (LAX), and Kanani Vallot […]

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        This message is for pre-merger Alaska Flight Attendants During this week’s MEC Meeting, our MEC held interviews for the next group of pre-merger Alaska MEC Committee positions to be elected for the upcoming MEC Officer term. We want to thank everyone who expressed interest in the available positions and their willingness to serve. After careful […]

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