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        Council 39 September 2025 Update 

        Posted: September 2, 2025

        In this edition: Happy Labor Day!  Whether you’re working or enjoying Labor Day festivities today, we hope you can take a moment to reflect on the history and successes of Labor in our country, and how far we’ve come in the Labor movement. Click Happy 80th Birthday, AFA – Association of Flight Attendants-CWA to read about the […]

        Council 39 June 2025 Update

        Posted: June 12, 2025

        Human Rights and Equity Committee Chairperson Aaron Miller  Happy PRIDE from your Human Rights and Equity Committee! June is PRIDE month! It’s a time to celebrate and reflect upon LGBTQ+ history, embrace and support who we are now, and look to the future for our continued protection and prosperity. While PRIDE as we know it […]

        Council 39 November 2024 Update

        Posted: November 7, 2024

        In this edition: Annual benefits enrollment Enrollment ends November 15th. Postcards and alerts have been sent to all employees. Re-enrollment is required for HSA/FSA deductions and it’s always a good idea to review your elections for the upcoming year. This is the only time of the year when you can make changes without a qualifying life event, such […]

        Council 39 October 2024 Update

        Posted: October 10, 2024

        Important dates October 14th – 16th – NGP Supplemental Benefits counselor onsite at PDX crew room; 8am – 4pm PT on 10/14; 5:30am – 1:30pm PT on 10/15 and 10/16 October 15th – Vacation bidding Round 2 closes at 11:59pm PT October 16th – Management crew pay reps available – Laurelhurst Room 8am – 11am PT October 17th – Local Council Meeting […]

        Council 39 PDX Certified Election Results

        Posted: May 17, 2023

        From AFA International Membership Services Elected; Term of office July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2026 LEC President:            Steven MallerLEC Vice President:    Krystle BerryLEC Secretary:            Bethany Badalamenti You can see the certified results here:  council_39_certified_election_results_2023.pdf (afacwa-elections.org) Thank you for voting! Steve, Krystle and Bethany

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        Pre-Merger Alaska MEC Committee Chairperson Election Results

        January 14, 2026

        This message is for pre-merger Alaska Flight Attendants During this week’s MEC Meeting, our MEC held interviews for the position of MEC Reserve Committee Vice Chairperson—New Hire & Probation. We want to thank everyone who expressed interest in the available positions and their willingness to serve. After careful consideration and deliberation, the following candidate has […]

        SEA Domicile Negotiations Update – January 2026

        January 10, 2026

        The Hawaiian Seattle Domicile Negotiating Committee has reached an agreement with management, confirming the “Rescinding the Award” provision and extending the bid timeline by one week to Monday, January 19 at 2359 HT. As of January 7, a total of 189 Hawaiian Flight Attendants have submitted bids for the new SEA Domicile, primarily from HNL and LAX. Discussions about the moving day process are ongoing, with further updates expected before the revised bid deadline.

        Seattle Domicile Negotiating Committee Question and Answer (Q and A) Update – January 10, 2026

        January 10, 2026

        This message is for pre-merger Hawaiian Flight Attendants General Q1. When will the Hawaiian SEA domicile open? A. Management anticipates opening the SEA domicile in April 2026. ** UPDATED ** Q2. When will vacancies be posted and awarded for the SEA domicile? A. Management has posted the initial vacancy bid to the IFS website. Additionally […]

        Hawaiian Flight Attendant Seattle Domicile LOA Session #3 Virtual Roadshow Reminder

        January 10, 2026

        Hawaiian Airlines Flight Attendants are invited to join the SEA LOA Roadshow Session #3. Don’t miss this important webinar designed to keep you informed and connected.

        Using Apps to Support New Year Wellness Goals

        January 9, 2026

        The start of a new year often brings renewed goals around improved physical and mental well-being. Many people use apps to help with these goals. Here are some popular free wellness apps to try this year that can support your health, sleep, and daily routines. Most have strong free features, and some offer additional options […]

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