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AFA News in Review – November 21, 2025

In This Edition

  • SEA Domicile Negotiations Update – November 2025
  • Hotel Committee Meeting Recap – November 2025
  • Sick Leave Survey Extension – Closing Soon
  • SEA Domicile Negotiations Update #2 – November 2025
  • 2025-2028 CBA Document Update
  • Joint Contract Negotiations Session 9 – November 2025
  • Shared on Social
  • Next Week’s Events

SEA Domicile Negotiations Update – November 2025

Originally posted November 17, 2025 | Pre-Merger Hawaiian

Our SEA Domicile Negotiating Committee is close to finalizing an agreement that will protect Hawaiian Flight Attendants’ rights during transfers and strengthen staffing measures for those moving to the SEA domicile. We remain committed to ensuring a smooth transition and safeguarding the interests of all affected Flight Attendants.

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Hotel Committee Meeting Recap – November 2025

Originally posted November 18, 2025

Our AFA Hotel Committee met with management last week to address hotel and transportation concerns, ensuring your voice is represented on key issues like safe ground transportation, upcoming site visits, and preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Your feedback is essential—please keep sharing your experiences via CrewCare (pmAS) or the FA Crew Accommodations Feedback form (pmHA) to help us advocate for the best layover options and drive continuous improvements.

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Sick Leave Survey Extension – Closing Soon

Originally posted November 20, 2025

There’s just 1 DAY LEFT to complete the Sick Leave Survey that will help shape future provisions. Our JNC is eager to hear your thoughts on which elements of our paid sick leave policy are most meaningful to you, as we strive to improve our support for your needs. The survey is currently open and will remain available until Friday, November 21 at Noon PT.

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SEA Domicile Negotiations Update #2 – November 2025

Originally posted November 21, 2025 | Pre-Merger Hawaiian

The Seattle Domicile Negotiating Committee is making meaningful progress toward a new agreement. Our Committee remains committed to keeping you informed with timely updates as negotiations continue.

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2025-2028 CBA Document Update

Originally posted November 21, 2025 | Pre-Merger Alaska

An interim 2025-2028 CBA Document is now available online and will be published to the IMD. Citations, hyperlinks, and the index are updated. Strikethrough language is removed, and the text color is standardized. The final (changes underlined) document is in progress and will be published when complete. Information on printed copies will be shared at a later date.

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Joint Contract Negotiations Session 9 – November 2025

Originally posted November 21, 2025

Our JNC met with management for three days of collective bargaining in Seattle, making progress on several key contract sections. A Tentative Agreement was reached on Section 25 – Air Safety, Health and Security, incorporating valuable improvements influenced by the Hawaiian Collective Bargaining Agreement.

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Shared on Social

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Originally posted November 18, 2025

Next Week’s Events

Tuesday, November 25Monthly Scheduling Committee Meeting (pmAS)
Tuesday, November 25Council 43 (HNL) Local Council Meeting

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Joint Contract Negotiations Session 17 – July 2026

This session, the JNC focused on refining the Reserve survey to ensure a comprehensive representation of member concerns. Significant progress was also made on Section 23 (Insurance Benefits), with proposals aimed at enhancing Flight Attendant protections and securing tailored insurance provisions. Additionally, productive discussions continued on Section 30 (Training). Further improvements are anticipated pending management’s response to our latest proposal.

Air Safety, Health, & Security Committee Meeting Recap – July 2026

On Wednesday, July 15, our Air Safety, Health, & Security Committee (ASHSC) representatives met virtually to discuss ongoing safety concerns, operational challenges, policy updates, and workplace improvements impacting Flight Attendants across the operation. Representing you at the meeting were Deb Wallstrom (ANC), David Lake (SEA), Kalin Lackey (PDX), Bradley Young (SFO and MEC ASHSC Vice […]

Hotel Committee Meeting Recap – July 2026

On Monday, July 13, our AFA Hotel Committee Chairpersons met in-person 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), Hilary Streem (SFO), Le’a Tupola (LAX/SEA pmHA), Brian Sherill (LAX pmAS), and […]

Alaska Management Announces Plan To Operate Boeing 737 Aircraft on Neighbor Island Flights

Earlier today, Alaska Airlines management announced plans to transition the neighbor island 717 fleet to Hawaiian-branded 737 aircraft by 2028. However, buried within that same announcement is a more immediate and concerning development: Alaska Airlines management intends to introduce Alaska-branded 737 aircraft, operated by Alaska Airlines crews, on neighbor island routes, with plans to operate […]

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