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AFA News in Review – February 20, 2026

In This Edition

  • Hotel Committee Meeting Recap – February 2026
  • Invitation to Training: What To Do if a Union Member is Detained
  • Shared on Social
  • Next Week’s Events

Hotel Committee Meeting Recap – February 2026

Originally posted February 16, 2026

From unexpected hotel charges and pest problems to the need for clearer self-help guidelines, our Hotel Committee addressed a range of important issues impacting crew layovers this month. Read more about the discussions that highlight ongoing efforts to ensure safe and comfortable accommodations for all Flight Attendants.

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Invitation to Training: What To Do if a Union Member is Detained

Originally posted February 18, 2026

Are you prepared to support your fellow Union Members in times of uncertainty? The California Federation of Labor Unions is offering training to equip you with the knowledge and tools to respond effectively if a Union Member is detained.

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Next Week’s Events

Tuesday, February 24 – Thursday, February 26Joint Contract Negotiations
Tuesday, February 24Monthly Scheduling Committee Meeting (pmAS)
Wednesday, February 25Council 39 (PDX) Local Council Meeting
Thursday, February 26Quarterly Inflight Service Committee Meeting
Friday, February 27Council 15 (SAN), Council 18 (pmAS LAX), and Council 47 (pmHA LAX) Local Council Meeting

See the MEC Event Calendar >

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Join The Picket Line: Support Horizon Flight Attendants on Tuesday, April 28

Since November 2023, Horizon Air Flight Attendants have been in negotiations, fighting tirelessly to secure a new contract that recognizes their work. Even after applying for mediation in January 2025, management continues to offer proposals that ignore the essential contributions Horizon Flight Attendants make to the success of Horizon Air and Alaska Air Group.  On […]

Scheduling Committee Meeting Recap – April 2026

This message is for pre-merger Alaska Flight Attendants On Tuesday, April 21, our pre-merger Alaska AFA Scheduling Committee Chairpersons and Representatives met in person at the Alaska Airlines Global Training Center in Renton, WA to discuss their ongoing work to represent our Flight Attendants and push for improvements in our workplace. Representing you at the […]

Hotel Committee Meeting Recap – April 2026

On Monday, April 13, our AFA Local Hotel Committee Chairpersons met virtually 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 pmAS), Kelly Hepworth (PDX), Barry Spitzer (SFO), Brian Sherill (LAX pmAS), and Kanani Vallot (SAN), […]

Single PSS Is Coming: What It Means For You

Tonight, the Alaska and Hawaiian merger will reach another major milestone—the integration of both airlines into a single passenger service computer system (PSS). While this change will affect Flight Attendants less than other groups—like Customer Service Agents and airport staff—there are still important updates you should know. Block2Block App and Onboard Service Pre-merger Hawaiian Flight […]

Navigating Acute & Delayed Stress As A Flight Attendant

Stress is an inherent aspect of the Flight Attendant profession, often stemming from the demanding nature of responsibilities and the unpredictable nature of air travel. It’s essential for Flight Attendants not only to understand the different types of stress they may encounter but also to recognize the warning signs of acute and delayed stress for […]

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