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Master Executive Council (MEC)

  • The January 2024 Regular MEC Meeting was held last week on Wednesday, January 10.
  • Our MEC discussed mobilization efforts surrounding the ongoing strike vote and the upcoming Worldwide Flight Attendant Day of Action on February 13.
  • Our Negotiating Committee will conduct Strike Vote Virtual Roadshows this week to share insights into the contract negotiations process and provide information about CHAOS™.

The January 2024 Regular MEC Meeting was held last week on Wednesday, January 10. The meeting consisted of updates from our MEC Officers, LEC Presidents, Grievance Committee, and Scheduling Committee. Our MEC also reviewed written reports submitted by other AFA MEC Committee Chairpersons about their current programs of work.

No Meeting with Management This Month

There was no scheduled meeting with management during this month’s MEC meeting.

Contract Negotiations and Mobilization

Our MEC had a comprehensive discussion with MEC Mobilization Committee Chairperson Samantha Wolff regarding the mobilization efforts surrounding our ongoing strike vote and the upcoming Worldwide Flight Attendant Day of Action on February 13. Flight Attendants can expect to see Mobilization Volunteers at the airport in our six bases at varying times throughout the week to encourage members to vote, answer questions, and provide resources to help with replacement activation codes and technical assistance.

This week, our Negotiating Committee will conduct Strike Vote Virtual Roadshows, where they will share insights into the contract negotiations process and provide valuable information about CHAOS™. Each roadshow session will offer a comprehensive review of our current negotiation status, the reason behind our decision to take a strike vote, and what members can expect in the future. A portion of each session will be dedicated to answering questions directly from those in attendance.

Questions?

If you have any questions about this month’s Regular MEC Meeting, please get in touch with your LEC President.

In This Edition

AFA Alaska Statement on Alaska Airlines Flight 1282

Originally posted January 5, 2024

Our Union is taking immediate action and providing support to the Flight Attendants on board Alaska Flight 1282 at PDX. Flight Attendants described the decompression as explosive, and one Flight Attendant sustained minor injuries. The situation could have turned catastrophic without the exceptional skills and professionalism of the working Flight Attendants and pilots. We commend the entire crew for their outstanding work under such trying circumstances.

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AFA Alaska Statement on Alaska Airlines Decision To Temporarily Ground 737-9 MAX Fleet

Originally posted January 6, 2024

Alaska Airlines has announced the temporary grounding of the Boeing 737-9 MAX aircraft fleet after the recent incident on Alaska Flight 1282. Our Union strongly believes this decision is a prudent and necessary step toward ensuring the utmost safety of all crewmembers and passengers. We will closely monitor the maintenance and safety inspection process by management to ensure that aircraft are not returned to service until they are deemed safe for all.

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Alaska Flight 1282 and MAX 9 Aircraft FAA Action Update

Originally posted January 6, 2024

The Flight Attendants and Pilots of Alaska Airlines Flight 1282 are true heroes who displayed quick thinking and bravery during an explosive decompression incident that occurred during takeoff from PDX last night. Thanks to their exceptional skills, all passengers and crew were able to reach the ground safely. We proudly commend the entire crew for their outstanding performance, and our union fully supports them. Our Master Executive Council (MEC) and other AFA Representatives were privileged to sit in on a debrief today with these brave Flight Attendants.

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Our Strike Vote Is Open—Vote Now!

Originally posted January 8, 2024

It’s time to make our voices heard! Our strike vote is officially open, and we need everyone to participate to send management a powerful message that we’re not backing down. The voting process is simple and secure – use the activation code sent to you in the mail to cast your electronic secret ballot. If you have questions about voting eligibility, need a replacement activation code, or require technical assistance, keep reading for all the information you need to make your vote count!

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Strike Vote Virtual Roadshows

Originally posted January 9, 2024

Get ready to gain valuable insights into the contract negotiations process and learn about CHAOS™! All Members in Good Standing are invited to join our Negotiating Committee for a Strike Vote Virtual Roadshow. This is a unique opportunity to have your questions answered with confidence and receive information about our strike vote directly from the source.

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Bidding Reminder – Worldwide Flight Attendant Day of Action on Tuesday, February 13

Make sure to bid for February 13th!

Flight Attendants across the industry are fighting to raise the standards for our career. No matter the uniform we wear, our fight is the same. Join us on February 13 for picketing at over 30 airports worldwide. Stand in solidarity with us to demand that airline management stop the stall tactics and negotiate the contracts we are due.

History Repeating

It has been 30 years since Alaska Airlines Flight Attendants last voted to authorize a strike. Now, our negotiations have hit a critical stage once again. With one voice, we will tell management: Pay us or CHAOS™!

Watch Our Instagram Reel >

Vote Online

A small number of Flight Attendants informed us they had difficulty voting over the phone. We promptly addressed these concerns with AFA International. Although we believe the issue is resolved, we recommend you submit your vote online. Please vote FOR the Strike Authorization!

Voting information: https://contract2022.afaalaska.org/strikevote/

Strike Vote Week 1 Recap

Flight Attendants around the system have already voted FOR the Strike Authorization! Voting began on Monday, January 8 and closes Tuesday, February 13. Make sure to join your flying partners and VOTE. We will send a message with one unified voice – we are ready for the contract we deserve! Pay us or CHAOS™!

Tag #AFAAlaska with your strike vote photo!

Voting information: https://contract2022.afaalaska.org/strikevote/

Next Week’s Events

Tuesday, January 16Strike Vote Virtual Roadshows (9 AM and 1 PM PT)
Thursday, January 18Alternate Dispute Resolution (ADR)
Saturday, January 20Strike Vote Virtual Roadshows (9 AM and 1 PM PT)

See the MEC Event Calendar >

Find Us on Social Media

You can find the most up-to-date official information on our AFA Alaska social media accounts.  Click below and follow so you can stay connected!

Master Executive Council (MEC)

The Flight Attendants and Pilots of Alaska Airlines Flight 1282 are true heroes who displayed quick thinking and bravery during an explosive decompression incident that occurred during takeoff from PDX last night. Thanks to their exceptional skills, all passengers and crew were able to reach the ground safely. We proudly commend the entire crew for their outstanding performance, and our union fully supports them. Our Master Executive Council (MEC) and other AFA Representatives were privileged to sit in on a debrief today with these brave Flight Attendants.

AFA Officers and Representatives have been in constant meetings with management starting last night, continually advocating for transparency and timely communication with our workgroup. Although we fully acknowledge the constantly evolving situation, we are beyond disappointed that it took most of the day to receive detailed communication from management. Management must do better! 

We are diligently and rigorously monitoring the situation to ensure that no aircraft are returned to service until they are deemed completely safe. AFA is taking an active and robust role in the NTSB investigation, and we stand fully behind the process for obtaining comprehensive safety findings and implementing necessary actions. We realize that you may have questions about the incident, and many of these may only be answered once the NTSB has completed its investigation and issued its report.

The MAX 9’s temporary grounding has caused some flight cancellations and reassignments. Flight Attendants should refer to the relevant sections of the contract for clear instructions on reassignment, hotel bookings, and return to base requirements.

Flight Attendants are aviation’s first responders — trained for emergencies, and we work every flight for aviation safety first and foremost. We fly only when it’s safe.

AFA EAP is always available to support any Flight Attendant in need at (949) 470-0493.

Master Executive Council (MEC)

Alaska Airlines has announced the temporary grounding of the Boeing 737-9 MAX aircraft fleet after the recent incident on Alaska Flight 1282. Our Union strongly believes this decision is a prudent and necessary step toward ensuring the utmost safety of all crewmembers and passengers. We will closely monitor the maintenance and safety inspection process by management to ensure that aircraft are not returned to service until they are deemed safe for all.

The temporary grounding of the 737-9 MAX fleet will inevitably lead to flight cancellations, reassignments, and strandings. Flight Attendants should review sections 10.S (Pre-Cancellations) and 10.R (Reassignments) of our contract, as well as the Pre-Cancellation and Reassignment flowcharts available on the AFA Alaska website, to understand your obligations and options in these situations. If you need any assistance, please do not hesitate to contact your Local Scheduling Committee.

AFA EAP is always available to offer support to any Flight Attendant in need at (800) 424-2406.

Master Executive Council (MEC)

Our Union is taking immediate action and providing support to the Flight Attendants on board Alaska Flight 1282 at PDX. Flight Attendants described the decompression as explosive, and one Flight Attendant sustained minor injuries. The situation could have turned catastrophic without the exceptional skills and professionalism of the working Flight Attendants and pilots. We commend the entire crew for their outstanding work under such trying circumstances.

We are working closely with AFA Safety and EAP and have already established contact with the NTSB and the FAA. As this is a serious incident, Alaska Airlines management must take all necessary and immediate action required to ensure the safety of crew members and passengers in light of today’s events. Our Union will closely monitor management’s response and ensure their actions live up to the company’s value of “owning safety.”

We want to take this opportunity to acknowledge the heroic actions of the Alaska Flight Attendants in handling the situation with utmost bravery and composure. We will keep everyone updated as more information becomes available. AFA EAP is always available to offer support to any Flight Attendant in need at (800) 424-2406.

In This Edition

Worldwide Flight Attendant Day of Action – Tuesday, February 13

Originally posted January 3, 2024

Flight Attendants across the industry are fighting to raise the standards for our career. More than two-thirds of the U.S. Flight Attendants are in contract negotiations right now, including red-hot contract fights at Alaska, Air Wisconsin, United, Omni, American, Southwest, Frontier, PSA, Mesa and more. 

Plan to bid the day off and join us on Tuesday, February 13, at more than 30 airports for a worldwide day of action and picketing event. It’s our turn.

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Ballots Are In The Mail

Ballots were mailed today in preparation for our Strike Vote, which begins Monday, January 8 at 9 AM PT. Our MEC and Negotiating Committee urge you to vote FOR the Strike Authorization and send a unified message to management. Pay us or CHAOS™!

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Unpaid

Alaska Airlines Flight Attendants show up for a lot of unpaid work – it’s time to change that! Alaska management exploits our labor with an outdated pay structure. We deserve compensation for every minute of work. Pay us or CHAOS™!

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Next Week’s Events

Monday, January 8Strike Vote Opens @ 9 AM PT
Tuesday, January 9 – Wednesday, January 10Regular MEC Meeting
Thursday, January 11Alternate Dispute Resolution (ADR)
Thursday, January 11Scheduling Review Board (SRB)

See the MEC Event Calendar >

Find Us on Social Media

You can find the most up-to-date official information on our AFA Alaska social media accounts.  Click below and follow so you can stay connected!

In This Edition:

  • ANC Mobilization Chair, Rebecca Owens
  • AFA Alaska Strike Vote
  • SIDA Badge Privileges 
  • AFA Text Messaging from AFA Alaska MEC

ANC Mobilization Chair

A very warm welcome to Rebecca Owens, who recently accepted the role of Mobilization Chair for our ANC flight attendants. We are excited for Rebecca’s enthusiastic approach to union work and we look forward to her representing our Mobilization Committee.

A special thank you to Rebekah Olds, for stepping in and becoming our interim Mobilization Chair and organizing our group for the December 2023 picket! And thank you to Thresia Raynor and Lindsay Raber-Adams for their previous work on the committee. 

If you are interested in becoming a Mobilization Committee volunteer, please visit https://contract2022.afaalaska.org/mobilization/volunteer/signup/ or email anc.mobilization.chair@afaalaska.org. 

AFA Alaska MEC Authorizes Strike Vote 

For over a year, we have fought at the bargaining table for a contract that recognizes our value as Flight Attendants at Alaska Airlines. Your Master Executive Council (MEC), in coordination with AFA International, has decided it’s time to take the next step in our fight for a new contract. That step is a strike vote.

The proposed merger with Hawaiian Airlines will not distract or delay our fight for our contract. Now more than ever, we must raise the standard for our careers prior to any merger. We will be strategic and use our leverage in this merger to secure an industry leading agreement. Management’s actions have made it abundantly clear that they have the money.

It’s time to Pay Us or CHAOS™.

Video message on the Strike Authorization Vote from Jeffrey Peterson, AFA Alaska MEC President and Chairperson of the Negotiating Committee. 


Ballots will be mailed January, 3, 2024. Please remember that flight attendants must be in good standing with AFA to vote. Contact ANC LEC Secretary, Annie Madsen, to check your status. 


For the most up to date strike vote info, visit https://contract2022.afaalaska.org/strikevote/.

ANC SIDA Badge Privileges 

Anchorage flight attendants are in the unique position of being allowed SIDA badge privileges to gain access to secure areas of the airport. Please take a moment to refresh your knowledge of when you can and cannot use your badge. 

  • SIDA is ONLY to be used when working a flight in uniform.
  • SIDA CANNOT be used while deadheading whether in uniform or not. KCM or regular security must be used instead.
  • SIDA CANNOT be used for personal travel, this includes commuting.
  • If you SEE someone bypassing security call airport police IMMEDIATELY and then contact any leader. If this is not followed, the person witnessing the event can also have their SIDA suspended.
  • If you are assigned airport standby you may use your SIDA to access the C5 elevator to preboard and/or work a flight.
  • Once you scan your SIDA badge into a secure area, you are REQUIRED to follow ALL TSA directions. This includes bag searches and body pat downs. Failure or refusal to do so may be considered breach of security and may result in disciplinary action. 

Important Text Messages from AFA MEC

We are excited to announce a new way to receive messages from the MEC. You can now sign up for text message updates from AFA Alaska. Initially, these will only be messages being sent from the MEC level. We are looking at ways to utilize this from the local level and more information will come soon. We will not flood your phones with messages. AFA Alaska text messages will only be sent for significant events and time-sensitive alerts. You can visit the sign-up page to enroll. 

In Solidarity,

LeiLauni, Heather and Annie

In This Edition

Getting Ready For Our Strike Vote: Everything You Need To Know

Originally posted December 26, 2023

Our strike vote is coming up, and it’s important to review the voting eligibility requirements and confirm your address to ensure you can cast your ballot. To be eligible to vote, you must be an Active Member in Good Standing. Voting documents will be mailed on January 3 to your home address on file with the company in PeopleSoft.

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Scheduling Committee Meeting Recap – December 2023

Originally posted December 28, 2023

Our AFA Scheduling Committee Chairpersons met on Tuesday, December 26 to discuss their ongoing program of work to represent Flight Attendants interests related to lineholder scheduling. The Committee also met with management to receive updates and discuss issues and problems that Flight Attendants are experiencing with scheduling, pairings, and bidding. Your Local Scheduling Committee is available to answer questions, provide clarification, or help to resolve any lineholder scheduling-related issues.  Please don’t hesitate to reach out!

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Survival

Could you survive on $26,946 annually? This is only one of the reasons Alaska Airlines Flight Attendants are voting to authorize a strike. We are asking management, if they couldn’t live on these wages, why do they expect their hard-working Flight Attendants to do so?   

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Next Week’s Events

Wednesday, January 3Strike Vote Voting Credentials Mailed
Thursday, January 4Quarterly Air Safety, Health, & Security Committee (ASHSC) Meeting

See the MEC Event Calendar >

Find Us on Social Media

You can find the most up-to-date official information on our AFA Alaska social media accounts.  Click below and follow so you can stay connected!

Scheduling Committee

  • Our AFA Scheduling Committee Chairpersons met on Tuesday, December 26 to discuss their ongoing program of work to represent Flight Attendants interests related to lineholder scheduling.
  • The Committee also met with management to receive updates and discuss issues and problems that Flight Attendants are experiencing with scheduling, pairings, and bidding.
  • Your Local Scheduling Committee is available to answer questions, provide clarification, or help to resolve any lineholder scheduling-related issues. Please don’t hesitate to reach out!

On Tuesday, December 26, our AFA Scheduling Committee Chairpersons met to discuss their ongoing work to represent our Flight Attendants and push for improvements in our workplace. Representing you at the meeting were Heather Reier (ANC), Jaqui Bellenie (SFO), Rita Tillou (SEA), Melodie Anderes (PDX), Kamako Yamado (LAX), and Kitty Cohen (SAN). Also present were MEC Scheduling Committee Vice Chairperson—Pairing Construction Karen Ferrell, MEC Scheduling Committee Vice Chairperson—PBS Virginia Fritz.

The committee met with Managing Director Inflight Operations & Crew Scheduling Allen Thieman, Manager of Crew Planning Trisha Bennett, and other management representatives from Crew Planning.

The Committee is next scheduled to meet on January 23, 2024.

Topics of Discussion

The committee reviewed a number of items both during internal AFA-only conversation and when meeting with management. Some items discussed include:

  • There was one OT issue reported that resulted in the withholding of a trip for more than 15 minutes during a shift change. CS needs to follow up with schedulers regarding accountability. Flight Attendants may call regarding trips withheld under Section 12.E.1.d.
  • SWGCO LOA implementation has improved with proactive steps to provide ride shares and hotels during severe weather. This is specific to recent events affecting the Anchorage base.
  • There is a known issue with the co-terminals filter not receiving text alerts.
  • It was reported earlier in the month that the personal calendar is not syncing with crew access. This appears to be resolved. 
  • Reassignment issues for holiday pay. When Flight Attendants are reassigned or pay protected, provisions in Section 21.H can assist with understanding compensation. 
  • Concerns with last minute hotel changes in CUN and other destinations. Crew members are picking up trips to layover at specific hotel locations. 
  • Increase in reassignments and pre-cancellations. Flow Charts are available on the Scheduling Committee page of the AFA website. 
  • Issues with base turns and crew pay reconciliation. If Flight Attendants combine or split trips, payroll will reconcile the base turn prior to the next pay cycle.
  • The December PPP bonus, if applicable, pays $350. Review Section 21.R.
  • Positive feedback received for the extended bidding period due to the PBS adjustment and contractual violation for January 2024 bid period. 
  • PBS Bidding: The process was smooth until the 8th of December with a one (1) hour fifteen (15) minute outage. We received feedback that FAs would have appreciated a quicker response via email regarding the delay. Bid awards were difficult for reserves due to overstaffing. No confirmed evidence of the outage affecting bids.
  • PBS Meetings: Various meetings held with our representatives regarding Adhoc and Navblue. Testing and installation of new releases ongoing.
  • Payroll Updates: End of year concerns with FAs attempting to meet 480/960 TFP thresholds. Reassignments and questions regarding pay protection, flying above scheduled, and stranded pay.
  • CBTs are due at the end of the month.
  • ITS Update: PBS testing in progress with automation completed. JCTE testing for release in January with anticipated improvements in trading and performance.
  • Vacation bidding under review for improvement for 2025 bidding.
  • Work ongoing for B2B features.
  • Demo of crew access while using a new function called buddy roster feature. More information to be provided when installed. Feature would allow you to opt in and share your roster with approved crew members (Flight Attendant or pilot).
  • November 2023 was a good month with increased TSN and drop availability. In December we experienced more mechanical issues than usual and increased sick calls.
  • Management has concerns about staffing and sick calls.
  • Crew planning is beginning to work on March 2024 schedule planning and wants feedback on teaming.
  • Working with API to try improving layover crews remain at the same hotels. 
  • Line average for February 2024 around 77 TFP, while Reserve is around 19%.
  • Staffing Adjustment Leave information provided and updated.

What The Committee Is Working On

  1. NavBlue. The PBS Committee is seeking feedback on how they can improve their assistance to flight crews regarding bid awards and understanding results. They provided both in-person and virtual meetings for this purpose. They are looking at dates and times in February 2024 for in person and virtual meetings to assist with bidding. 
  2. Pairings Survey: There is a discussion about conducting a survey on pairing construction, and there is a possibility of organizing a virtual session or town hall. A meeting with management occured June 5, 2023, with a follow-up meeting to be arranged. However, there is no update or estimated time of arrival (ETA) at the moment.
  3. Teaming: Crew Planning is currently reviewing pairing construction and optimizing teaming strategies to minimize costs and ensure that crews (pilots and Flight Attendants) can stay together for multiple segments. Currently, the system teams around 10-15% of crews, but enhancements were made to increase this to 20-35% for winter operations. The changes were reflected in December pairings. Management provided communication regarding teaming. In December 2023, approximately 23% of sequences were teamed together, while 52% of duty periods were teamed. We didn’t receive any teaming information for January during the meeting today. 
  4. In and Backs. Network/Crew Planning is reviewing initiatives to restart operations when crews are stranded and flights are canceled. The 2023/2024 IROPs plan was reviewed by Alaska management in September/October, creating opportunities to adjust flight schedules on the day of operations.
  5. Chime Communications. Flight Attendants may chat with crew scheduling via app/Microsoft Teams to reduce phone calls. Flight Attendant-initiated contact. Early stages of development, to be discussed with AS Labor Relations and AFA. Testing and implementation to occur in the next few weeks. We are working on a letter of agreement for implementation. This is still pending review. 
  6. Crew Scheduling. There was a monthly review of PowerPoint presentations that covered various aspects such as reserve utilization, detailed breakdowns, sick leave (week by week and year over year), premium, personal drops, and other relevant agenda items.
  7. Crew Planning. Similar to Crew Scheduling, there was a monthly review of PowerPoint presentations that cover subsequent month staffing, trip length distribution, Flight Attendant block hours, special initiatives (e.g., IROPs), commutability, and other relevant agenda items.
  8. ITS. Representatives from ITS joined the scheduling meeting to provide updates on NavBlue, Crew Access, internal systems, and Block 2 Block. These updates include performance reviews, data analysis, and information about future releases.

We Want to Hear From You!

Do you have feedback for the committee, concerns you’d like to share, or items that you’d like brought up with management? Please let us know! Your Local Scheduling Committee is your voice to management. You can open a support request on the AFA Alaska Online Support Center or contact us directly using the information on the Scheduling Committee page of the AFA Alaska website.

In This Edition

Issues with Crew Access: December 16, 2023

Originally posted December 16, 2023

Hotel reservation details are not populating in pairings. The “Drop” (to Open Time) drop-down was reported by a few (but not all) Flight Attendants as not visible prior to Open Time opening. Drops to Open Time were not functioning for January 24-30, 2024, for all domiciles except Seattle until just before 2 PM PT.

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Join The Virtual Picket Line on December 19!

Originally posted December 17, 2023

If you’re scheduled to work on December 19 or won’t be able to make it to a picketing event in person, you can still participate in our Day of Solidarity. Help turn up the heat on social media and take part in our virtual picket! 

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Human Rights Committee Meeting Recap – 4th Quarter 2023

Originally posted December 18, 2023

Our AFA Human Rights Committee Chairpersons met on Thursday, December 14, to discuss their ongoing program of work to advance human rights within our workplace and community. The Committee also met with management to receive updates on what progress has been made on concerns that had been previously brought forward and address new concerns that have come to light. If you have ideas, thoughts, or feedback for the committee, your Local Human Rights Committee Chairperson would love to hear from you!

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AFA Alaska MEC Authorizes Strike Vote

Originally posted December 19, 2023

For over a year, we have fought at the bargaining table for a contract that recognizes our value as Flight Attendants at Alaska Airlines. It’s time to take the next step in our fight for a new contract. That step is a strike authorization vote. Management’s actions have made it abundantly clear that they have the money. It’s time to Pay Us or CHAOS™.

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Standing Strong Together: Our Solidarity In Action

Originally posted December 20, 2023

Yesterday, we sent a bold message to Alaska Airlines management. Thousands of us came together, louder and stronger than ever, to demand a contract that truly values our hard work and sacrifices. We are done being undervalued and underappreciated. We stand united and will do whatever it takes to get a contract with the pay and work rule improvements we have earned. Management cannot ignore our demands any longer. They are feeling the pressure, and we’ve made it crystal clear that we won’t back down.

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SAVE THE DATE: Worldwide Flight Attendant Day of Action

Originally posted December 21, 2023

Flight Attendants across the industry are fighting to raise the standards for our career. No matter the uniform we wear, our fight is the same. And in 2024, the world will see us fighting corporate greed together.

February 13. Save the Date.

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Meet the Alaska Don’t Care Bear

Meet the Alaska Don’t Care Bear, the new face of our AFA Membership Communications. The Alaska Don’t Care Bear is broke, tired, and hungry for an industry-leading contract! Join us at tomorrow’s systemwide Day of Solidarity picketing events and get your own Alaska Don’t Care Bear sticker!

Alaska Don’t Care Bear introduction >

Alaska Don’t Care Bear Profile Pic 

Show Alaska management we stand united on social media! Upload the Alaska Don’t Care Bear circle as your profile photo. Alaska Don’t Care Bear expresses how we all feel: tired of being used and abused by management! Show you CARE Alaska! Contract Now!

Download now at contract2022.afaalaska.org/social

Day of Solidarity – Day of Event Information

Are you ready to picket? Let’s do this! 🪧📢💪

Today is our Day of Solidarity, and we’re ready to show management we’re not backing down. Join us for our informational picketing events in all six bases and Washington, DC. We’ve got you covered with all the details you need, including meeting points, times, and contact information. Swipe through to find out more, including information about the virtual picket and resources to participate.

If you have any questions or need more information, head to the Day of Solidarity event page on the negotiations website at https://contract2022.afaalaska.org/dec-19-solidarity. Let’s get out there and make our voices heard!

Base Recap – Day of Solidarity

Flight Attendants picketed in all six bases and Washington, D.C., today to show our solidarity and resolve! United States Representative Katie Porter joined us on the picket line in LAX to show her support. With our recently announced Strike Authorization Vote, it is more important than ever to speak with one voice – Pay us or CHAOS™. Alaska Airlines has the money – we won’t back down until we achieve the contract we have earned!

Recap for each location: ANC, SEA, PDX, SFO, LAX, SAN, DCA

Mobilization Volunteer Call To Action 

The Strike Authorization Vote is a major escalation in our negotiations process. Management refuses to open their eyes to the fact that WE ARE NOT BACKING DOWN. Now, more than ever, our Union needs YOU to become a Mobilization Volunteer. It’s all hands on deck. No amount of social media comments can compare to getting involved. Do your part today! Sign up now at https://contract2022.afaalaska.org/mobilization/volunteer/.

Fact Check: Boarding Pay

Every Alaska Airlines Flight Attendant knows our pay is calculated based on the distance we fly, not our time at work. That’s a fact management seems to have forgotten with their recent claim that they somehow pay us for boarding. Let’s set the record straight – Alaska Flight Attendants DO NOT receive boarding pay.

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Year in Review

Thanks for the reminder, Alaska Airlines management! We work so many unpaid hours, it’s painful to see them added up. These are only FIVE examples out of almost 7,000 hard-working Alaska Flight Attendants! We deserve pay for all our time at work!.

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Next Week’s Events

Tuesday, December 26Monthly Scheduling Committee Meeting

See the MEC Event Calendar >

Find Us on Social Media

You can find the most up-to-date official information on our AFA Alaska social media accounts.  Click below and follow so you can stay connected!

Election Notice: Alaska + Hawaiian MEC Officer Elections

The term of office for our current Alaska + Hawaiian Master Executive Council (MEC) Officers will conclude on December 31, 2025. The voting members of the MEC (LEC Presidents) will elect new MEC Officers at the November Regular MEC meeting. This communication serves as notice of the election in accordance with the MEC Policy and Procedure Manual. […]

SEA Domicile Negotiations – September 2025 Update #2

This message is for pre-merger Hawaiian Flight Attendants Negotiations Update Our SEA Domicile Negotiating Committee met with the company on September 11 to review their response to our September 5 proposal.  We feel that it is important to acknowledge the challenges within our company as Alaska management is struggling to understand our Collective Bargaining Agreement […]

Reserve Committee Meeting Recap – 3rd Quarter 2025

This message is for pre-merger Alaska Flight Attendants On Thursday, September 11, representatives from our AFA Local Reserve Committees met to discuss their ongoing work to advocate for Reserve Flight Attendants. Representing you at the meeting were Conner Gallager (SEA), Anthony Eskander (PDX), Meghan Casey (SFO), Kanako Yamada (LAX), and Rebecca Garcia (SAN). Also present […]

Celebrating Hispanic-Latinx Heritage Month

September 15 marks the start of Hispanic-Latinx Heritage Month in the United States, a vibrant celebration dedicated to honoring the rich contributions and diverse cultures of Hispanic-Latinx Americans. Spanning a full month, this observance—also known as National Hispanic Heritage Month—has its roots in Hispanic Heritage Week, which was established by legislation signed into law by […]

Hotel Committee Meeting Recap – September 2025

This message is for pre-merger Alaska Flight Attendants On Monday, September 8, our AFA Local Hotel Committee Chairpersons met in person in Seattle 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), Ila Christy (PDX), Hilary […]

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