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        You are here: Home / Latest News / AFA News in Review – February 6, 2026

        AFA News in Review – February 6, 2026

        February 6, 2026 17:00

        In This Edition

        • Never Forget: Honoring Alaska Airlines Flight 261—January 31, 2000
        • Celebrating Black History Month
        • Scheduling Committee Meeting Recap – January 2026
        • AFA Alaska + Hawaiian MEC Town Hall: Join Us Tuesday, March 3
        • Next Week’s Events

        Never Forget: Honoring Alaska Airlines Flight 261—January 31, 2000

        Originally posted January 31, 2026

        On this day, we pause to remember and honor the anniversary of the tragic loss of Alaska Airlines Flight 261, which occurred on January 31, 2000. This heartbreaking event claimed the lives of all 88 passengers and crew on board, leaving an enduring impact on all of us.

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        Celebrating Black History Month

        Originally posted February 1, 2026

        From trailblazers in aviation to the vibrant cultural celebrations that honor a rich legacy, Black History Month recognizes the profound impact of Black Americans on our world and our profession. Show your support and solidarity by wearing your Black History Month AFA pin all month long as we honor these achievements and the ongoing journey toward lasting change.

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        Scheduling Committee Meeting Recap – January 2026

        Originally posted February 2, 2026 | Pre-Merger Alaska

        Get the inside scoop on the key issues discussed at the January 2026 Scheduling Committee meeting, from ongoing pay disputes and hotel challenges to major system updates impacting every pre-merger Alaska Flight Attendant. Discover what actions the Committee is pushing for and what changes are in store.

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        AFA Alaska + Hawaiian MEC Town Hall: Join Us Tuesday, March 3

        Originally posted February 3, 2026

        Looking for the latest AFA updates and a direct line to your MEC Officers? Register now for the AFA Alaska + Hawaiian MEC Town Hall on Tuesday, March 3—your opportunity to hear what’s going on, ask questions, and connect with AFA Representatives.

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        Next Week’s Events

        Monday, February 9Monthly Hotel Committee Meeting
        Wednesday, February 11 – Thursday, February 12Regular MEC Meeting
        Thursday, February 12Alternate Dispute Resolution (ADR) (pmAS)

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

        August 14, 2026

        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

        August 12, 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

        August 4, 2026

        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

        August 3, 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

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        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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