This message is for pre-merger Alaska Flight Attendants

On Wednesday, November 12, our AFA Local Uniform Committee Chairpersons met to discuss their ongoing work to represent Flight Attendants and push for improvements in the workplace. Representing you at the meeting were Kim Mazzolini (ANC), Dena Heath (SEA), David Jelinek (PDX), Lisa Mueller (SFO), Heather Holmes (LAX), and JP Perina (SAN). Horizon AFA MEC Uniform Committee Chairperson Norann Mann and MEC Uniform Committee Chairperson Kiara Jenkins were also present.

The committee also met with SFO Inflight Base Manager Cierra Lewis, PDX Inflight Base Manager Kristie Stafford, SEA Fit Center Manager Ashley Sentner, Director of Procurement and Logistics Eric Phillipson, Senior Product Manager Marketing Megan Low, and Flight Attendant Experience Manager Dre Gohlke.

The next Quarterly Uniform Committee Meeting will be held on Thursday, February 19, 2026.

Topics of Discussion 

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

• Transition Jacket With Dresses
  • The Committee is still asking for the transition jacket to be allowed with the dresses. Management is keeping the current policies in place and is not making changes right now as we move to the new uniform.
• AFA Involvement With The New Uniform Process
  • Management has committed to keeping the Committee involved with the new uniform process so that we may represent the Flight Attendant group and their concerns as the project moves forward. 
• Copper River Vest
  • The Committee has requested that the Copper River Vest be allowed when flying within the state of Alaska.
  • Management is hesitant to allow this since a decision has not been made on how it will fit with the new uniform. 
• Occfit Compression Hosiery and Shoes
  • Because of changes in state laws, Occfit is not available at all bases.
  • The committee is working with HR and Occfit to find a new solution.
• Hosiery and Nylons
  • Due to rising costs, the Committee is working on ways to offer a discount on these items. 
  • The Committee is reaching out to other airlines to determine what they offer to their workgroups. 
• Seasonal Boots
  • The Committee and management realize that the availability of the boots on the approved list changes with the seasons. 
  • The list of approved seasonal boots is intended for reference purposes.
  • If a Flight Attendant finds similar boots that are not on the list, they should ask their supervisor for approval.
• Current Uniform Inventory
  • As we move towards the new uniform, some items with the current uniform may no longer be available.
  • The Aura dress, Aura blazer, and Gilet are no longer being made. Once the current stock runs out, they will not be restocked.
  • The Quarter Zip Cardigan was brought back for a one-time run. The inventory is now gone, and it has been removed from the Unisync site.
• Specialty Tie and Scarves
  • People have noticed quality differences between the Luly Unisync designs and the specialty designs.
  • The Unisync ties and scarves are made of polyester, while the specialty ones are silk from a previous supplier. The silk designs are less durable and wear out faster.
  • Because there is too much inventory, changing materials is not possible right now.
  • The Committee has asked for Honor Flights to be added to the list of occasions when the Patriotic Tie and Scarf can be worn.

What The Committee Is Working On

1. Easier Reporting of Quality Concerns
   1. Management is working to add the ability to report quality concerns directly from your IMD. We are getting closer, and hopefully, this feature will be available in the next couple of months. 
   1. To ensure issues are addressed until the new IMD feature is available, please submit quality concerns using the Quality Concern Form on Team AAG > Other Resources > Uniforms > Safety & Quality > Quality > Here [AAG SSO required]. This will enable Unisync and the AFA Uniform Committee to track recurring issues. Changes can only be made if the vendor is provided with sufficient data and evidence of quality concerns.
2. Policy and Standards Expectations of New Uniform
   1. The Committee and management are aware of the challenges ahead as we move forward with the new uniform and a global look. 
   1. Management will begin exploring ways to engage Flight Attendants as we approach the launch of the new uniform. 
3. SEA Fit Center will be moving to the new Global Training Center (GTC)
   1. The last day appointments are available at the Fit Center at the Hub will be December 5th. Flight Attendants who need to try on garments or require in-person support should schedule an appointment prior to December 5. Flight Attendants who have alterations currently in the Fit Center ready for pickup are being contacted to collect their items. They are being notified that if they are not picked up by December 1, they will be co-mailed to the base. Please contact your supervisor or the Fit Center before sending any items in for alterations. 
   1. Between December 8 and January 2, management will be relocating from the HUB to the GTC. During this period, they will check their email periodically, and responses may be delayed. Phone calls may not be the most reliable method of contact. In-person support will not be available, as management will not have access to the building until January 5.

We Want to Hear From You!

Please fill out the Quality Concern Form on the Uniform subsite on TeamAAG with any quality issues. Additionally, you may email your Local Uniform Committee Chairperson.

Would you like to join the wear test pool? Do you have other feedback for the committee or items that you’d like brought up with management? Please let us know!  Your Local Uniform Committee is your voice to management. You can find contact information on the Uniform Committee page of the AFA Alaska website.