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AFA Alaska News in Review – May 23, 2025

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Uniform Committee Meeting Recap – 2nd Quarter 2025

Originally posted May 19, 2025

Progressive discipline for uniform violations? Learn about important updates from the recent AFA Uniform Committee meeting that impact uniform guidelines and other changes that could affect you!

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Introducing Our Merged MEC Committee Chairpersons

Originally posted May 19, 2025

Changes are underway as we welcome our first group of newly elected merged MEC Committee Chairpersons! Discover how these representatives plan to amplify the voices of Alaska and Hawaiian Flight Attendants in their new roles.

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Council 18 (LAX) LEC Officer Election Results

Originally posted May 20, 2025

Los Angeles-based Alaska Airlines Flight Attendants elected new LEC Officers as polls closed this week. Meet the team set to start representing the Local Council on July 1.

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Council 35 (SFO) LEC Officer Election Results

Originally posted May 21, 2025

San Francisco-based Alaska Airlines Flight Attendants elected new LEC Officers this week. Meet the team that will represent the Local Council beginning July 1.

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Joint Contract Negotiations Session 3 – May 2025

Originally posted May 23, 2025

As the JCBA negotiations continue, we focused on non-economic sections, exchanging proposals with management and uncovering complex issues that require careful consideration. We formalized a buddy bidding practice for training, allowing Flight Attendants to waive seniority and train alongside junior colleagues. Our next negotiation session is scheduled for June 17 to 19.

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Next Week’s Events

Monday, May 27Monthly Scheduling Committee Meeting (pmAS)

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Joint Contract Negotiations Session 16 – July 2026

The JNC has been actively negotiating key sections of the contract, focusing on vacation, sick leave, and temporary duty assignments. A tentative agreement was reached on Section 37 (Temporary Duty Assignments), ensuring financial protections and fair treatment for Flight Attendants during temporary assignments. These ongoing discussions demonstrate a commitment to integrating the best benefits from both Alaska and Hawaiian CBAs for all members.

Human Rights & Equity Committee Meeting Recap – 2nd Quarter 2026

On Wednesday, June 24, our AFA Human Rights & Equity Committee Chairpersons met to discuss their ongoing activism to raise awareness and create positive change within our workplace and community. Your representatives attending the meeting were Nyachan Chuar (ANC), Yan Yan Teague (SEA), Aaron Miller (PDX), Trista Vanta (SFO), Louise Borras (LAX-pmAS), Bruni Agosto-Pinal (LAX-pmHA), […]

Inflight Service Committee Meeting Recap – 2nd Quarter 2026

On Thursday, June 11, our AFA Inflight Service Committee Chairpersons met with management to represent our Flight Attendants and advance meaningful improvements in our workplace. Your representatives at the meeting included Naomi Parcell (ANC), Ross DeJong (SEA), Todd Horn (PDX), Raymond Ramirez (SFO), Johanna Thomas (LAX pmAS), Gary Manoi (LAX pmHA), Andrew Malone (SAN), and […]

Scheduling Committee Meeting Recap – June 2026

This message is for pre-merger Alaska Flight Attendants On Tuesday, June 23, our pre-merger Alaska AFA Scheduling Committee Chairpersons and Representatives met virtually to discuss their ongoing work to represent our Flight Attendants and push for improvements in our workplace. Representing you at the meeting were Rebekah Olds (ANC), Rita Tillou (SEA), Melodie Anderes (PDX), […]

Benefits Committee Meeting Recap – June 2026

This message is for pre-merger Alaska Flight Attendants On Wednesday, June 17, our pre-merger Alaska Benefits Committee Chairpersons met with management for their regular meeting. These discussions help ensure that management understands the real-world impact of their decisions on Flight Attendants and that your concerns are addressed directly.  Your representatives at the meeting were Deb […]

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