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        You are here: Home / Latest News / AFA News in Review – September 26, 2025

        AFA News in Review – September 26, 2025

        September 26, 2025 17:00

        In This Edition

        • Human Rights & Equity Committee Meeting Recap – 3rd Quarter 2025
        • Meet Our Merged MEC Committee Chairpersons
        • Vacation Survey Closing Soon
        • Inflight Service Committee Meeting Recap – 3rd Quarter 2025
        • Meet Our Pre-Merger Alaska Committee Chairperson & Representatives
        • Scheduling Committee Meeting Recap – September 2025
        • Shared on Social
        • Next Week’s Events

        Human Rights & Equity Committee Meeting Recap – 3rd Quarter 2025

        Originally posted September 22, 2025

        In the latest Human Rights & Equity Committee meeting, key topics included the company’s rebranding of diversity initiatives to “Culture and Belonging” and the establishment of a task force to address concerns about unaccompanied deportees on flights. Management also shared plans to make the LAX and SEA Alaska Villages (crew rooms) more accommodating for Hawaiian crew members as the merger progresses.

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        Meet Our Merged MEC Committee Chairpersons

        Originally posted September 23, 2025

        Changes are underway as we welcome our next group of newly elected merged MEC Committee Chairpersons! Discover how these representatives plan to amplify the voices of Alaska and Hawaiian Flight Attendants in their new roles on the Hotel and Membership Engagement Committees.

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        Vacation Survey Closing Soon

        Originally posted September 23, 2025

        There’s just 1 DAY LEFT to complete the crucial vacation survey that will help shape future provisions—your insights are essential for advocating the best outcomes for all Flight Attendants. The survey is currently open and will remain available until Wednesday, September 24 at 12 PM PT.

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        Inflight Service Committee Meeting Recap – 3rd Quarter 2025

        Originally posted September 24, 2025

        Our AFA Inflight Service Committee recently met with management to discuss updates primarily focused on the Alaska brand. With the upcoming launch of the Premium Class snack basket, the systemwide rollout of Starlink Wi-Fi, and the interior refreshes for our 737 and A330 aircraft, be sure to read the full recap to learn about what’s ahead.

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        Meet Our Pre-Merger Alaska Committee Chairperson & Representatives

        Originally posted September 24, 2025 | Pre-Merger Alaska

        Get to know our first group of pre-merger Alaska MEC Committee Chairpersons and Representatives who will begin transitioning into their roles ahead of the official term start date of January 1, 2026. These members of the Grievance and Uniform Committees are committed to supporting their fellow Flight Attendants and addressing the unique challenges faced by our group.

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        Scheduling Committee Meeting Recap – September 2025

        Originally posted September 25, 2025 | Pre-Merger Alaska

        Our AFA Scheduling Committee Chairpersons recently met with management this week to address issues impacting our Flight Attendants. Key discussions included ongoing Tentative Agreement implementation, updates on the Rainmaker Crew Pay System, and various Local Committee issues affecting scheduling.

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        Shared on Social

        Check out this week’s highlights from our social media! Click on a graphic below to view the original post on Instagram. Be sure to follow us for the latest updates and news as we share it!

        Originally posted September 21, 2025


        Next Week’s Events

        Tuesday, September 30 – Thursday, October 2Joint Contract Negotiations
        Thursday, October 2Quarterly Air Safety, Health, & Security Committee (ASHSC) Meeting (pmAS)
        Friday, October 3Council 30 (ANC) Local Council Meeting

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