In This Edition
- Navigating Recovery: Understanding FADAP and Other Support Options
- Crew Meal Survey Now Open
- Uniform Committee Meeting Recap – 2nd Quarter 2026
- Government Affairs Committee Update – 2nd Quarter 2026
- Council 19 (SEA pmAS) LEC Officer Election Results
- Boeing 787 Seattle International Service Observation Period Update – May 2026
- Shared on Social
- Next Week’s Events
Navigating Recovery: Understanding FADAP and Other Support Options
Originally posted May 11, 2026
Struggling in silence is never easy—especially in a career as demanding as ours. Discover how the Flight Attendant Drug and Alcohol Program (FADAP) and other specialized resources can support you or another Flight Attendant you care about.
Crew Meal Survey Now Open
Originally posted May 12, 2026
Crew meals are an important aspect of supporting the health and effectiveness of Flight Attendants. As part of ongoing efforts to enhance these provisions, our Joint Negotiating Committee (JNC) is collecting feedback from Flight Attendants. Your participation in the Crew Meal Survey will directly influence future meal standards and help ensure that your needs and preferences are represented.
Uniform Committee Meeting Recap – 2nd Quarter 2026
Originally posted May 12, 2026 | Pre-Merger Alaska
This quarter’s meeting recap from the pre-merger Alaska Uniform Committee is here, including new compression tights and socks vendors, compliance reminders, and changes to uniform policy. Discover what’s new with inventory, get the latest on upcoming wear testing for the new uniform, and see how our Committee is working to share your feedback and advocate for improvements for all of us.
Government Affairs Committee Update – 2nd Quarter 2026
Originally posted May 13, 2026
The 2026 election cycle is in full swing—make sure you’re ready to vote by checking state deadlines and reviewing essential information about what’s at stake in this year’s midterms. Get the latest on our Government Affairs Committee’s latest activities, including our advocacy for the Safe Air on Airplanes Act and push for worker protections against unchecked artificial intelligence.
Council 19 (SEA pmAS) LEC Officer Election Results
Originally posted May 15, 2026
Seattle-based Alaska Airlines Flight Attendants have elected their LEC Officers for the upcoming three-year term, with polls closing earlier this week. Meet the team set to start representing the Local Council on July 1.
Boeing 787 Seattle International Service Observation Period Update – May 2026
Originally posted May 15, 2026 | Pre-Merger Hawaiian
As the 30-day observation period for the new Alaska-branded 787 international service continues, our Inflight Service Committee has provided an in-depth breakdown of the challenges with current staffing models, the reasons behind the train vs. zone service debate, and management’s last-minute service additions. The Committee just launched a survey to capture feedback from pre-merger Hawaiian Flight Attendants on international 787 main cabin service delivery; take the survey now to ensure your voice guides the Committee’s effort to secure a service model that works for everyone.
Shared on Social
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Originally posted May 13, 2026
Originally posted May 15, 2026
Next Week’s Events
| Tuesday, May 19 | LEC Officer Elections: Council 39 (PDX) Polls Close @ 11 AM PT; Council 43 (HNL) Polls Close @ 12 PM PT |
| Wednesday, May 20 | Air Safety, Health, & Security Committee (ASHSC) Meeting |
| Thursday, May 21 | Alternate Dispute Resolution (ADR) (pmAS) |
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