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Next week, our Master Executive Council (MEC) Officers, Local Executive Council (LEC) Presidents, and several other LEC Officers, Committee Chairpersons, and Committee Members will attend the 53rd Annual AFA Board of Directors (BOD) Convention in Portland, Oregon. They will join representatives from other AFA airlines to address our Union’s business at the international level.

Watch this short video to learn what happens at the BOD Convention and why your engagement matters.

Schedule of Events

Saturday, March 7 Regular MEC Meeting
Sunday, March 8 Executive Board Meeting (MEC Presidents from all airlines)
Monday, March 9Board of Directors Convention begins
Picketing in support of Horizon Flight Attendants @ PDX
Awards presentation
Tuesday, March 10Board of Directors Convention continues
International Officer election
Wednesday, March 11Board of Directors Convention continues

BOD Convention Agenda Items

Your LEC President represents you and other members of your Local Council on the BOD, casting votes on your behalf during the meeting. Our MEC Officers participate in an ex-officio capacity but do not have voting privileges.

Twelve advance agenda items were submitted for the Board’s consideration. In the weeks leading up to the Convention, each Local Council held meetings to discuss these items, providing your LEC President the opportunity to gather feedback from Members. You can review the full list and language of the agenda items on the BOD Convention page of the AFA International website.

Attending The Convention

If you’ll be in Portland, don’t miss the chance to see our Union’s democratic process in action! Attendance at the Convention is open to any AFA Member in good standing. Registration is required. You can find more information about the logistics of the Convention on the BOD Convention page and register by clicking here.

Learn More About The BOD Convention

Want to know more about the BOD Convention and its impact? Access the interactive module on the AFA Online Learning Academy. This resource provides valuable insights into the BOD’s role in conducting business and making decisions at the international level of our Union. Whether you’re interested in how AFA operates or looking to get more involved, this is a great opportunity to explore our democratic process and expand your knowledge.

Click here to access the “What is the AFA Board of Directors?” module >

Note: If it’s your first time using the AFA Online Learning Academy, you’ll need to register for a free account to access the module.

Feedback or Questions?

Your LEC President is your voice at the Board of Directors meeting, but they can only be as effective as the feedback they receive from you. Your input shapes the decisions made on our behalf—don’t hesitate to share your thoughts, questions, or concerns. Reach out to your LEC President today and make your voice heard.

This message is for pre-merger Hawaiian Los Angeles Based Flight Attendants

AFA and CWA Scholarships

AFA-CWA and the Communications Workers of America (CWA) offer scholarship opportunities to support our members and their families in pursuing educational goals. These programs are designed to invest in the future of working families by helping offset the cost of higher education.

Two scholarship opportunities are available each year through both AFA and CWA, covering a range of academic pursuits for members, their dependents, and in some cases, continuing education for members themselves.

Members of Council 47 have also benefited from these scholarship programs in past years, with recipients from our Council successfully receiving financial assistance to further their education. We encourage all eligible members and their families to explore these opportunities and consider applying.

Additional information, eligibility requirements, and application details are outlined below.

AFA Scholarship Fund

The Association of Flight Attendants Scholarship Fund is intended to provide financial assistance to dependents of our members who will be attending a college or university. Your application must be postmarked by April 10, 2026. Learn more about the Scholarship and see how to apply.

AFA Scholarship

CWA Joe Beirne Foundation Scholarship

The CWA Joe Beirne Foundation was established in October 1974 by the Communications Workers of America Executive Board to honor the name and memory of the founding President of CWA, who served for more than 30 years. In his capacity as the first CWA President, Joe Beirne took great pride in the roles he played in the fields of education and learning and other areas of social concern. The deadline for applications is April 30, 2026.

CWA Scholarship

This message is for pre-merger Hawaiian Flight Attendants

  • AFA has filed a grievance disputing the proof of relocation required by management to qualify for the flat rate moving expense
  • Flat-rate moving expenses are taxed as bonus wages and are not grossed up, while actual moving expenses reimbursed with receipts will be grossed up to cover taxes owed

Flat Rate Moving Expense Update

Many of you have come to us with concerns about management’s requirement to provide proof of relocation to be eligible for the flat rate moving expense. AFA’s position is that a Flight Attendant does not have to actually move in order to be eligible for the flat rate payment.  We are in dispute with management over the requirement and have formally filed a MEC grievance on the issue. The grievance process will take some time to resolve the dispute. In the meantime, we would like to clarify the requirements for those who may be interested in securing the flat rate expense under management’s terms.

First, management is requiring that you actually move, but you do not need to move to Seattle – just a location that makes sense for you to be able to commute to SEA. For example, a move from HNL to a location on the continent such as AUS, SMF, PDX, or DEN, is allowable.

Second, there is no requirement that your move be a permanent one. If you move and a group of Flight Attendants decides to lease a home or large apartment together, with the intention of moving from your current place of residence to SEA or to a location closer to SEA than your current residence, the flat rate moving expense is available.

Third, management is requires that you provide two forms of the required proof of relocation within sixty (60) days after the effective date of your transfer in order to receive the flat rate moving expense. Management requires two forms of the documentation below:

  • Lease or rental agreement
  • Mortgage or rental payment receipt
  • Insurance documents, like homeowner’s or renter’s insurance policy
  • Driver’s license, State ID
  • Mail from the Department of Motor Vehicles with your address listed
  • Official school documents, including an enrollment form or a school ID
  • Utility bill (including any public utility like a gas, electricity, or water bill) or confirmation of utility service (including a utility hook-up or work order)
  • Statement from a bank or financial institution with the address listed
  • U.S. Postal Service change of address confirmation letter
  • Moving company contract or receipt with your address listed
  • Voter registration card with your name and address listed

Finally, if you need the flat rate moving expense before your move, please contact your base manager. Section 5.B.2. of the contract provides that the flat rate moving expense can be provided to you in advance. Please note that the company will not be able to provide you with a cash voucher (the funds will be directly deposited). In addition, flat rate expenses are now taxable under changes in tax laws.

AFA’s position is that you should not need to provide proof of relocation. We hope this information provides additional clarity regarding flat rate moving expenses for those of you who will be able to provide the company-required documentation, while we work through the grievance process for those who will not be able to provide relocation documentation.

If you are unable to provide the company requested documentation:

  • Document all interactions with management regarding your denial of the Flat Rate moving expense
  • Email the SEA Domicile Negotiating Committee at sea@afahawaiian.org so we may track any potential grievants.

Moving Expenses – Tax Clarification

Actual Moving Expenses

For moving expenses that are reimbursed with actual receipts (actual moving expenses and settling expenses), the company will gross up the payment. This means that the company will be increase the gross payment to cover the taxes owed, to ensuring the Flight Attendant receives the intended reimbursement amount.

Flat Rate Moving Expenses

Lump sum payments (flat rate moving expense and new hire settling expense) will be taxed similarly to bonus wages and will not be grossed up.

For any questions regarding your specific tax situation, please consult your tax advisor or another qualified financial professional.

Other Information

Pet Moving Expenses

The company will reimburse reasonable expenses associated with moving your pet, including the required pet health certificate. If your pet is unable to travel in the cabin or in the baggage compartment and may require specialized handling, please reach out to your duty manager for next steps.

Cargo Information

If you wish to ship your household goods by cargo, you may do so on a space available basis on company aircraft. You will need to complete an SP-28 form, available through Alaska Cargo. Please call 1-800-225-2752 or cargo.capacity@hawaiianair.com for more information.

SEA LOA Resources

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact your local leadership or email the SEA Domicile Negotiating Committee at sea@afahawaiian.org.

The Local Officer Election process for the next term will begin on April 1, 2026. If you are interested in running for local office, or know of someone who you believe would be a great candidate, now is a perfect time to review Article III and Article VIII.C of the AFA-CWA Constitution and Bylaws. Your LEC Officers are happy to speak with anyone who has interest in gaining an understanding about what these positions entail and whether they are ready to serve. Our contact information can be found at afaalaska.org/sea/officers and on our Council 19 LinkTree. Please feel free to reach out. We hope to hear from you!

Term of Office: July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2029

Positions to be Elected

  • LEC President
  • LEC Vice President
  • LEC Secretary
  • 2 Council Representatives
LEC Officer Jurisdiction and Duties

New Self-Nomination Process

During the 2024 AFA-CWA Annual Convention, the AFA Board of Directors voted to change the LEC nomination process allowing all members of a Local to self-nominate for any of the LEC Officer positions with at least one endorsement of an active member in good standing. The Self-Nomination Guide provides more information about the process on how to ensure that your name will appear on the election ballot. Self-nominations will be accepted from April 1, 2026 through April 16, 2026. 

Election Schedule

  • April 28: Voting Notices mailed
  • May 1: Polls open
  • May 15: Polls close at 12:00pm PT

Ballots will be mailed with an activation code and voting instructions. To ensure that you receive your ballot, please confirm that your mailing address is up-to-date in PeopleSoft. While all active members will receive a ballot, you must be in good-standing in order to vote, which means you must not have a delinquent dues balance or you must have a payment plan with AFA Membership Services to pay your delinquent balance. Log into your AFA Membership Hub account to check your status and standing and other important dues information. For more information, visit afacwa-elections.org.

AFA Membership HUB

This message is for pre-merger Hawaiian Flight Attendants

We hope this message finds you and your loved ones well.

As we begin March, we continue the work to meet the challenges that are being brought about because of the merger. We have all seen management’s need for speed brings with it constant change and plans that at times seem incomplete or not well thought out. The result can be an unforced error, which creates difficult situations for both passengers and Flight Attendants alike. To be clear, management is doing their best. We all do our best. But mergers are messy and complex, and when the business tries to capture revenue as quickly as possible, people are sometimes caught in the middle when things do not work out as intended.

Kela and I continue to do our work both at home and away. February was Mahina ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi, so in addition to his already-frequent lounge sits, Kela and members of I Mua Ke Alo (Hōkū Kamakeʻeʻāina, Kainoa McGill, Kamalani Wehrsig, Kawika Lum-Nelmida, Kekai Lum, Kela Chong, Mālia Benevedes, and Namahana Lota) were in the lounge sharing their manaʻo and bag tags. In mid-February we held a Grievance Committee meeting to review and discuss the scheduling protest and grievance process. In attendance were Chasity Theno, Patrick Smith, Ashley Keanu-Blanco, Michelle Kang, Zack Moulden, Rachel Fernandez, Joni Pak, Lea Franzoi, and Wilisoni Fatafehi.

Joint Collective Bargaining Agreement (JCBA) negotiations, Alaska + Hawaiian MEC meetings and SEA domicile work all continue, mostly in SEA. We are now a month away from the SEA domicile opening and several important issues remain outstanding, including management’s requirement to provide documentation of relocation for flat rate moving expenses (AFA has filed a grievance on this issue), the availability and distribution on SEA domicile uniforms, and the 787 ER service. Work continues on getting clarity on all of these issues.

In closing, Kela and I would like to extend a special mahalo to the Flight Attendant volunteers who give their time and energy to support the Hawaiian Flight Attendants. Their contributions make the daily running of the Local Council possible. Volunteering is never a small gesture. Their willingness to serve reflects compassion and commitment since it means taking time away from their personal responsibilities, and sometimes even sacrificing time with families. Mahalo nui!

In Solidarity,
Martin Gusman & Kela Chong

NGP Visit Ends on March 7

The good people of National Group Protection (NGP) will be wrapping up their visit to HNL on Saturday, March 7. Frank and JoAnn have been in the lounge providing information about NGP supplemental insurance plans, and will resume their lounge visits on Tuesday, March 3. Please feel free to stop by the lounge to ask questions about your existing plan or coverage. You can reach NGP at (800) 344-9016.

AFA Board of Directors Meeting in PDX

This year’s AFA Board of Directors (BOD) meeting will be held in Portland, Oregon, and begins on Monday, March 9. The 2026 BOD will be a full meeting, meaning the board will need to approve an annual budget and may amend the AFA-CWA Constitution & Bylaws. In addition, this year the board will be electing International Officers (President, Vice President, and Secretary-Treasurer) to serve the term July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2029.

Council 43 will be hosting a joint meeting on March 2, with United Airlines Council 14 (HNL) to review the 2026 BOD agenda items. The meeting will run from 1200-1300 HST, and the meeting agenda will be limited to reviewing the advance agenda items. All members in good standing are welcomed to register and attend.

More information about the BOD meeting, including the agenda items, may be found on the AFA-CWA website. If you have any questions about the BOD meeting or any of the agenda items, please feel free to reach out to us or email us both at hnl@afahawaiian.org.

REGISTER HERE >>>

Reserve Webinar

Reserve Committee Co-Chairs, Sasha Kahele-Manners and Joni Pak will be hosting a reserve webinar on Tuesday, March 3, from 1100 HST – 1200 HST. A reserve webinar is a great opportunity to learn more about our contract and the scheduling of reserves. Please register and feel free to submit your questions ahead of time. We look forward to seeing you there!

REGISTER HERE >>>

January Dues Deduction

Please be advised that our March 6th paycheck will include two deductions: one for March and a make-up deduction for the deduction that was missed by the Company on January 6. The AFA Membership Services department is aware of this issue and will and will apply the make-up deduction accordingly. Please visit the Membership Hub if you have any questions or concerns about your dues status.

Updated Council 43 Roster

The Council 43 Roster has been updated and moved to its new home at the AFA Alaska website (afaalaska.org). The roster may be found on the HNL Council 43 Committee page (https://afaalaska.org/hnl/committees). Please bookmark the page for future reference. Over the next few weeks, we will be migrating Honolulu’s content to the AFA Alaska website.

MEC Town Hall

On Tuesday, March 3, the AFA Alaska + Hawaiian MEC will be hosting a virtual town hall meeting for Alaska and Hawaiian Flight Attendants. The meeting will be held from 0900 HST – 1030HST. More information about the meeting, including registration information, may be found here.

REGISTER HERE >>>

March 19: UAL Member Action Day (MAD)

The United Airlines Flight Attendants have been in contract negotiations for nearly five years! On March 19, the United Flight Attendants will have system-wide, in-person informational picketing – a Member Day of Action. The details of specific times and locations will be released when they become available.

March 2026 Events

DateEvent
March 2BOD Agenda Item Review with UAL 14
March 3MEC Town Hall; Reserve Webinar
March 3-7NGP Insurance in CRO
March 7MEC Meeting in PDX
March 9-11AFA BOD in PDX
March 19UAL Member Action Day
March 23-26JCBA Negotiations in SEA

This message is for pre-merger Hawaiian Los Angeles Based Flight Attendants

Travel Open Enrollment

Aloha LAX,

As the single Passenger Service System (PSS) approaches, Travel Open Enrollment will be commencing soon. Changes are coming to pass travel, so please take time to review what is ahead and make any necessary updates. We have provided a summary below but it is in your best interest to read the company’s detailed communication.

If you have specific questions, please contact the People Resource Line Department. We always encourge you to cc your union leadership in all interactions with manegement (email below).

The company is providing in-person assitance in Hawai’i during Travel Open Enrollment and your leadership has inquired and requested that the same support be offered to LAX and all stations on the Continental U.S.

Mahalo,

Josh, Paul and Beth
lax@afahawaiian.org
LAX Pulse Form

📅 Key Dates to Know

  • March 3–24: Travel Open Enrollment
  • April 21–22: System cutover to single Passenger Service System
  • April 22: Begin booking in Fly
  • April 21–22: If possible, avoid travel during system transition

**After April 22, ID90 listings for future flights will no longer be available and all bookings will move to Fly.

What Open Enrollment Means For You

During March 3–24, you may:

  • Update your Primary Traveler / Travel Companion
  • Remove parents and replace with Secondary Travelers (*new*)
  • Verify student status for eligible children
  • Enroll or review all travelers before the combined program goes live

If student status is not verified, travelers will be removed on April 22.

Your currently enrolled travelers will automatically transition into the combined program, but this is your opportunity to make changes.

🔄 Booking Timeline Before Cutover

  • Through March 13: Book up to 30 days out in ID90
  • March 14–April 13: Book up to 7 days out
  • April 14–20: Book up to 1 day out
  • April 22 forward: Book in Fly

If possible, avoid booking travel April 20–22 to ease the system transition.

What Changes After Integration

Once we reach PSS in April 2026:

  • Hawaiian employees move to the Alaska travel program platform (Fly)
  • Year of hire at Hawaiian and check-in time determines boarding priority (this has nothing to fo with the Seniorty Merger Integration List)
  • Travel privileges expand across AS, HA, and QX metal

Until PSS, boarding processes and procedures remain separate depending on which carrier is operating the flight.

Travel Programs Available After Integration

In addition to standby travel, employees will have access to:

  • Confirmed Employee Travel at 20% discount (similar to K-fare)
  • Positive Space Travel credits (2 one-way per year) or Employee Choice Credits (20 per year)

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Traveler Categories at a Glance

You may select:

  • One Primary Traveler (Spouse, Domestic Partner, or designated PT)
  • Eligible children and students
  • Up to two Parents or Secondary Travelers

Imputed income rules apply to certain traveler categories.

This message is for pre-merger Hawaiian Flight Attendants

We have a lot coming up this week. There are three different online events scheduled, each offering important updates and opportunities to stay connected and informed. It’s a full lineup, so be sure to review the details below and join the sessions that you may be interested in.

We look forward to seeing many of you online.

March 2: Joint Pre Board of Directors Agenda Item Review

On Monday, March 2, Hawaiian Council 43 will be hosting a joint pre-Board of Directors meeting agenda review with United Airlines Council 14, Honolulu. The opportunity for a joint Council meeting recently presented itself so both councils are making the most of it and have scheduled the meeting for 1200 HST on March 2. The purpose of the meeting will be to review the advance agenda items for AFA’s 53rd Board of Directors Meeting, which begins on March 9, in Portland, Oregon. The agenda items may be found on the AFA Board of Directors Page. If you have any questions about the agenda items or the Board of Directors meeting, please feel free to email your Council 43 LEC Officers at hnl@afahawaiian.org.

REGISTER HERE >>>

March 3: AFA Alaska + Hawaiian MEC Town Hall

On Tuesday, March 3, the AFA Alaska + Hawaiian MEC will be hosting a virtual town hall meeting for Alaska and Hawaiian Flight Attendants. The meeting will be held from 0900 HST – 1030HST. More information about the meeting, including registration information, may be found here.

REGISTER HERE >>>

March 3: Reserve Webinar

Also on Tuesday, March 3 following the MEC Town Hall, our Reserve Committee Co-Chairs, Sasha Kahele-Manners and Joni Pak will be hosting a reserve webinar. The meeting will be held from 1100 HST – 1200 HST, and is a great opportunity to learn more about reserve-related topics – particularly for the newest members of our ʻohana! Please be sure to register and feel free to submit your questions ahead of time. We look forward to seeing you there! If you are interested in attending you can register here.

REGISTER HERE >>>

We hope you’re able to join us one or more of these events and that you will find the information valuable. We look forward to seeing you online this week. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

In solidarity,
Council 43 Communications Committee

In This Edition

  • Important Update: Irregular Operations Due to Civil Unrest In Mexico
  • Scheduling Committee Meeting Recap – February 2026
  • Uniform Committee Meeting Recap – 1st Quarter 2026
  • Reminder: Don’t Miss Next Week’s MEC Town Hall!
  • Joint Contract Negotiations Session 12 – February 2026
  • Next Week’s Events

Important Update: Irregular Operations Due to Civil Unrest In Mexico

Originally posted February 22, 2026

Civil unrest in Mexico has led to significant disruptions, with all flights to and from Puerto Vallarta, Guadalajara, and Manzanillo canceled and operations only resuming as conditions allow. Be sure to prioritize safety, review contractual provisions, and utilize available resources as management and AFA Representatives continue to monitor the evolving situation.

Read More >

Scheduling Committee Meeting Recap – February 2026

Originally posted February 25, 2026 | Pre-Merger Alaska

From unresolved Crew Access glitches and compensation concerns for stranded crews to the push for more flexible low-bid options, February’s Scheduling Committee meeting addressed a host of issues facing pre-merger Alaska Flight Attendants. Key discussions included hotel and pay disputes, ongoing technology challenges, and focused efforts to improve scheduling and bidding processes.

Read More >

Uniform Committee Meeting Recap – 1st Quarter 2026

Originally posted February 26, 2026 | Pre-Merger Alaska

At their first quarter 2026 meeting, the pre-merger Alaska Uniform Committee discussed updates affecting Alaska Flight Attendants, including progress on discounted accessories, inventory reductions, and getting ready for the new merged uniform expected in 2028. Highlights include plans to make reporting quality concerns easier, the discontinuation of some uniform pieces, and preparations for wear-testing the new uniform.

Read More >

Reminder: Don’t Miss Next Week’s MEC Town Hall!

Originally posted February 27, 2026

Looking for the latest AFA news and answers to your questions? The upcoming AFA Alaska + Hawaiian MEC Town Hall on Tuesday, March 3, is your direct line to updates and real-time responses from your MEC Officers.

Read More >

Joint Contract Negotiations Session 12 – February 2026

Originally posted February 27, 2026

During this negotiation session, we made progress on Sections 15 (Leaves of Absence) and 22 (Expenses). The JNC advocated for positive developments from the Hawaiian CBA to strengthen our proposals. We also introduced our initial proposal for Section 28 (Domiciles) and remain committed to meaningful improvements in all areas of discussion.

Read More >

Next Week’s Events

Monday, March 2Council 30 (ANC) Local Council Meeting
Monday, March 2Council 19 (SEA) Local Council Meeting
Tuesday, March 3MEC Town Hall (Register Here)
Wednesday, March 4Council 35 (SFO) Local Council Meeting
Thursday, March 5Quarterly Reserve Committee Meeting (pmAS)

See the MEC Event Calendar >

This message is for both pre-merger Alaska and Hawaiian Flight Attendants

  • Our JNC met with management this week on February 24 to February 26 in Seattle; our next negotiation session is scheduled for March 24 to March 26
  • Progress was made in narrowing issues in Section 15 (Leaves of Absence) and Section 22 (Expenses)
  • First proposal on Section 28 (Domiciles) was presented to management

Negotiations Update

Our AFA Alaska + Hawaiian Joint Negotiating Committee (JNC) met this week for three days of collective bargaining with management. The JNC met with management on February 24 to February 26 in Seattle, WA. At the negotiating table for this session were:

 Representing AFA and our Flight AttendantsRepresenting Management
Tim Green, Joint Negotiating Committee ChairpersonAllen Thieman, Vice President of Inflight, Alaska
Martin Gusman, Joint Negotiating Committee MemberJoe Wonderly, Vice President, Labor Relations, Alaska
Jeffrey Fuke, Joint Negotiating Committee MemberCarmen Williams, Managing Director, Labor Relations, Alaska
Virginia Fritz, Joint Negotiating Committee MemberKalani Sloat, Senior Director, Labor Relations, Hawaiian
Heather Reier, Joint Negotiating Committee MemberMike Link, Labor Relations Program Manager, Alaska
Paula Mastrangelo, AFA Senior Staff NegotiatorKaren Themelis, Senior Labor Relations Business Partner, Alaska

During this negotiation session our JNC continued to make progress in narrowing outstanding issues in Section 15 (Leaves of Absence) and Section 22 (Expenses). The JNC remains steadfast and is working on enhancing provisions in these sections drawing on positive developments from the Hawaiian CBA. Additionally, the Committee presented our first proposal on Section 28 (Domiciles), with an emphasis on moving expenses and continued to advocate for meaningful improvements across all areas under discussion.

Section by Section Progress

The Alaska CBA will be used as the basis of the joint contract for language purposes. Each section and provision from both contracts will be reviewed individually to incorporate and amend the strongest elements from each agreement.

Sections discussed in this session:

  • Leaves of Absence (AS CBA Section 15 and HA CBA Section 17)
  • Expenses (AS CBA Section 22 and HA CBA Section 4)
  • Domiciles (AS CBA Section 28 and HA CBA Section 5, 14, and 27)

Sections in ongoing discussion:

  • General and Miscellaneous (AS CBA Section 24 and HA CBA Section 27)
  • Commuter Policy (AS CBA Section 26 and HA CBA Section 34-28)
  • Training (AS CBA Section 30 and HA CBA Section 26)

Sections listed below are on hold until discussions regarding future sections, which affect specific provisions, take place.

  • Seniority (AS CBA Section 6 and HA CBA Section 9)
  • Grievance Procedures (AS CBA Section 19 and HA CBA Section 23)
  • Charters (AS CBA Section 33 and HA CBA Section 12)

What’s Upcoming

Our next session with management is scheduled for March 24 to March 26.

Mark your calendar—Tuesday, March 3, is almost here! There’s still time to register for our Alaska + Hawaiian Town Hall and hear directly from your MEC Officers: MEC President Tim Green, MEC Vice President Brice McGee, and MEC Secretary-Treasurer Paul Ikioka. Join us for the latest updates and get answers to your questions.

The Details

  • What: AFA Alaska + Hawaiian MEC Town Hall
  • When: Tuesday, March 3
  • Time: 11 AM – 12:30 PM PT
  • Where: Zoom

What We’ll Discuss

Here’s some of what you can expect:

  • State of the MEC: Updates on AFA at Alaska and Hawaiian, and our MEC Officers’ goals and plans for their new term of office.
  • Flying Schedule Changes: Addressing the Alaska flying reductions in SFO and LAX, and increases in SAN and PDX.
  • Hawaiian SEA Domicile: Information about the soon-to-open SEA domicile for Hawaiian Flight Attendants.
  • Negotiations: The latest on negotiations for a joint collective bargaining agreement (JCBA).
  • Questions & Answers: Answers to your questions, whether submitted online in advance or live during the session.

How to Join: Registration Required

Register now to receive your unique Zoom link and secure your spot.

Click Here to Register Now >

Please use your personal email address when registering. Registrations from alaskaair.com or hawaiianair.com will be canceled. Membership status will be verified before the Town Hall.

Shape the Conversation: Submit Your Questions Now

Help shape the conversation—submit your questions in advance using our online form. Even if you can’t attend live, your input helps us focus on the topics that matter most to all Flight Attendants. Every question contributes to a stronger discussion.

Click Here to Submit a Question >

We look forward to seeing you on Tuesday, March 3, at the Town Hall!

That’s a Wrap on Government Affairs Focus Month!

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Human Rights & Equity Committee Meeting Recap – 3rd Quarter 2026

On Wednesday, September 23, 2026, our AFA Human Rights & Equity Committee Chairpersons met for their regular quarterly meeting to advance ongoing activism, promote workplace equity, and champion meaningful policy improvements across our workplace. Your representatives attending the meeting were Nyachan Chuar (ANC), Soon Kim (HNL), Bruni Agosto-Pinal (pmHA LAX/SEA), Aaron Miller (PDX), Erika Daniel […]

MEC Town Hall Video and Q&A Recap – September 23, 2026

Whether you joined us live or are ready to watch on your own schedule, the full recording of our September 23 MEC Town Hall is now available! Catch up on the discussions and hear directly from our MEC Officers and AFA panelists. Watch the video anytime on our AFA Alaska + Hawaiian YouTube channel using the link below. (Note: […]

Hotel Committee Meeting Recap – September 2026

In September, our Hotel Committee participated in two meetings: the standing monthly meeting with Crew Hotels on September 14, and a Quarterly Business Review (QBR) with the company’s hotel procurement vendor, API, on September 23 (pmAS) and September 24 (pmHA) in Seattle.  Representing you at these meetings were Dori Marron (ANC), Jarod McNeill (SEA pmAS), […]

Register Now: Reserve Webinar – Wednesday, October 21

This message is for pre-merger Alaska Flight Attendants When Crew Scheduling calls at 3 AM with a change to the trip you self-assigned, do you know your contractual rights? Understanding what management can—and cannot—do on reserve is your strongest line of defense. Join our Reserve Committee for “Is This Legal?”, the second installment in our three-part pre-merger […]

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