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        You are here: Home / Latest News / AFA News in Review – September 12, 2025

        AFA News in Review – September 12, 2025

        September 12, 2025 17:00

        In This Edition

        • SEA Domicile Negotiations – September 2025
        • Vacation Survey Now Open
        • We Will Never Forget – September 11, 2001
        • Hotel Committee Meeting Recap – September 2025
        • Next Week’s Events

        SEA Domicile Negotiations – September

        Originally posted September 6, 2025 | Pre-Merger Hawaiian

        The SEA Domicile Negotiating Committee recently concluded three days of collective bargaining in Honolulu, focusing on key issues affecting our Flight Attendants. Central to our discussions were plans for an improved transfer process, adequate staffing, moving expenses, and protections for our existing bases in HNL and LAX. We remain committed to transparency as we work towards a strong foundation for the SEA domicile.

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        Vacation Survey Now Open

        Originally posted September 10, 2025

        Our Joint Negotiating Committee is conducting a survey to gather Flight Attendant feedback on vacation benefits, aiming to align the Alaska and Hawaiian contracts to better meet your needs. With notable differences in vacation systems—such as Alaska’s flexibility in trading days and Hawaiian’s cancellation and bidding options—your input is vital for shaping a quality work-life and ensuring our benefits reflect your preferences.

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        We Will Never Forget – September 11, 2001

        Originally posted September 11, 2025

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        Hotel Committee Meeting Recap – September 2025

        Originally posted September 12, 2025 | Pre-Merger Alaska

        During their meeting this week, our Hotel Committee focused on addressing ongoing concerns in cities like JFK, MCO, BZE, and KOA based on your feedback. Read more about their discussions, plus more on the TBD hotel designation in the bid packet, and ongoing efforts to enhance our layover experience through site visits and the Hotel Gainshare Program.

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        Next Week’s Events

        Tuesday, September 16Quarterly Human Rights Committee Meeting
        Tuesday, September 16 – Thursday, September 18Regular MEC Meeting
        Thursday, September 18Quarterly Inflight Service Committee Meeting

        See the MEC Event Calendar >

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