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AFA News in Review – July 3, 2026

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  • Human Rights & Equity Committee Meeting Recap – 2nd Quarter 2026
  • Joint Contract Negotiations Session 16 – July 2026
  • Next Week’s Events

Human Rights & Equity Committee Meeting Recap – 2nd Quarter 2026

Originally posted June 30, 2026

Our AFA Human Rights & Equity Committee is dedicated to advocating for equality, respect, and inclusion for all Members. Check out our latest updates covering Pride participation, hotel accessibility, support for equal rights, and more.

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Joint Contract Negotiations Session 16 – July 2026

Originally posted July 3, 2026 

Our Joint Negotiating Committee made substantial progress this week as they met with management over three days in Seattle. Key agreements were reached on crucial items such as Flight Attendant Jumpseat and Pass Privileges, cementing important protections and jumpseat assignment guidelines. The JNC also received and began analyzing management’s first proposal on Insurance Benefits, signaling continued forward movement in negotiations.

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Next Week’s Events

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AFA News in Review – June 26, 2026

In This Edition

  • Save the Date: Reserve Webinar – Thursday, August 6
  • Benefits Committee Meeting Recap – June 2026
  • Scheduling Committee Meeting Recap – June 2026
  • Inflight Service Committee Meeting Recap – 2nd Quarter 2026
  • Next Week’s Events

Save the Date: Reserve Webinar – Thursday, August 6

Originally posted June 23, 2026 | Pre-Merger Alaska

Pre-Merger Alaska Reserve Flight Attendants: Have you ever found yourself asking, “Can they do that?” after Crew Scheduling changes your assignment or a Reserve situation leaves you wondering about your contractual rights? Join us for our first Reserve Webinar on Thursday, August 6, where our Reserve Committee will share contractual insights and answer the pressing “Can they do that?” questions that you’ve been wanting to know about.

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Benefits Committee Meeting Recap – June 2026

Originally posted June 25, 2026 | Pre-Merger Alaska

This month, our pre-merger Alaska Benefits Committee tackled a host of issues, including clear guidance on Washington Paid Leave, the need for quality-control improvements with The Hartford, and accessible tools for FMLA eligibility and maternity leave. Discover how these focused efforts, coupled with your feedback, are driving meaningful changes so every Flight Attendant receives the support they need and deserve.

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Scheduling Committee Meeting Recap – June 2026

Originally posted June 25, 2026 | Pre-Merger Alaska

At this week’s pre-merger Alaska Scheduling Committee Meeting, management shared that August’s crew planning data shows scheduled block hours down from July to 350,000, with a reserve ratio of 22.15%. In addition to these operational shifts, the Committee tackled deadhead seating challenges, unscheduled layovers, and a push for key improvements to scheduling automation and pay processes.

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Inflight Service Committee Meeting Recap – 2nd Quarter 2026

Originally posted June 26, 2026

Changes are on the way for inflight service, with issues like elite recognition, Premium Class confusion, and even missing bamboo spoons getting addressed. From new menu cycles to expanded Starlink Wi-Fi, here’s how your feedback is shaping our working environment across both the Alaska and Hawaiian brands.

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Next Week’s Events

Tuesday, June 30 – Thursday, July 2Joint Contract Negotiations

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AFA News in Review – June 19, 2026

In This Edition

  • MEC Town Hall Video and Q&A Recap – June 8, 2026
  • Hotel Committee Meeting Recap – June 2026
  • Next Week’s Events

MEC Town Hall Video and Q&A Recap – June 8, 2026

Originally posted June 15, 2026

The full recording of our June 8 MEC Town Hall is now available—catch every update, candid conversation, and answer from our MEC Officers. Stay informed with the latest on contract negotiations, integration milestones, and the Q&A session, and check out our handy Q&A summary of all the questions asked during the broadcast.

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Hotel Committee Meeting Recap – June 2026

Originally posted June 16, 2026

Curious about why some layover hotels are still listed as TBD in the bid packet or how we’re tackling shuttle issues like broken A/C? Our latest AFA Hotel Committee update dives into room placement issues in FAI, upcoming HVAC installations in SIT, and how we’re fighting to keep crew amenities that were promised during Hotel Committee site visits from being negotiated away by management.

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Next Week’s Events

Tuesday, June 23Monthly Scheduling Committee Meeting (pmAS)
Wednesday, June 24Quarterly Human Rights & Equity Committee Meeting
Wednesday, June 24Monthly Communications Committee Meeting
Thursday, June 25Alternate Dispute Resolution (ADR) (pmAS)

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AFA News in Review – June 12, 2026

In This Edition

  • Reserve Committee Meeting Recap – 2nd Quarter 2026
  • Shared on Social
  • Next Week’s Events

Reserve Committee Meeting Recap – 2nd Quarter 2026

Originally posted June 10, 2026 | Pre-Merger Alaska

From pay anomalies and new hire onboarding to improved flexibility and new resources, our latest pre-merger Alaska Reserve Committee meeting focused on real issues impacting Reserve life. Discover what steps the Committee is taking to advocate for accurate pay, scheduling, and support for Reserve Flight Attendants.

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Shared on Social

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Originally posted June 8, 2026

Next Week’s Events

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AFA News in Review – June 5, 2026

In This Edition

  • Celebrating LGBTQ Pride Month
  • Joint Contract Negotiations Session 15 – June 2026
  • Next Week’s Events

Celebrating LGBTQ Pride Month

Originally posted June 1, 2026

Each June, LGBTQ Pride Month invites us to reflect on the courageous beginnings of a movement that demanded equality and sparked lasting change. This year, celebrate that ongoing legacy by wearing your AFA Pride Pin front and center, and join our Union family at AFA Pride events in Seattle, Portland, and across the country.

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Joint Contract Negotiations Session 15 – June 2026

Originally posted June 5, 2026

Our JNC has been actively negotiating key sections of the contract, focusing on vacation, sick leave, and temporary duty assignments. A tentative agreement was reached on Section 37 (Temporary Duty Assignments), ensuring financial protections and fair treatment for Flight Attendants during temporary assignments. These ongoing discussions demonstrate a commitment to integrating the best benefits from both Alaska and Hawaiian CBAs for all Members.

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Next Week’s Events

Monday, June 8MEC Town Hall (Register Here)
Monday, June 8Monthly Hotel Committee Meeting
Tuesday, June 9 – Thursday, June 11Regular MEC Meeting
Thursday, June 11Quarterly Inflight Service Committee Meeting
Thursday, June 11Alternate Dispute Resolution (ADR) (pmAS)

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Joint Contract Negotiations Session 16 – July 2026

The JNC has been actively negotiating key sections of the contract, focusing on vacation, sick leave, and temporary duty assignments. A tentative agreement was reached on Section 37 (Temporary Duty Assignments), ensuring financial protections and fair treatment for Flight Attendants during temporary assignments. These ongoing discussions demonstrate a commitment to integrating the best benefits from both Alaska and Hawaiian CBAs for all members.

Human Rights & Equity Committee Meeting Recap – 2nd Quarter 2026

On Wednesday, June 24, our AFA Human Rights & Equity Committee Chairpersons met to discuss their ongoing activism to raise awareness and create positive change within our workplace and community. Your representatives attending the meeting were Nyachan Chuar (ANC), Yan Yan Teague (SEA), Aaron Miller (PDX), Trista Vanta (SFO), Louise Borras (LAX-pmAS), Bruni Agosto-Pinal (LAX-pmHA), […]

Inflight Service Committee Meeting Recap – 2nd Quarter 2026

On Thursday, June 11, our AFA Inflight Service Committee Chairpersons met with management to represent our Flight Attendants and advance meaningful improvements in our workplace. Your representatives at the meeting included Naomi Parcell (ANC), Ross DeJong (SEA), Todd Horn (PDX), Raymond Ramirez (SFO), Johanna Thomas (LAX pmAS), Gary Manoi (LAX pmHA), Andrew Malone (SAN), and […]

Scheduling Committee Meeting Recap – June 2026

This message is for pre-merger Alaska Flight Attendants On Tuesday, June 23, our pre-merger Alaska AFA Scheduling Committee Chairpersons and Representatives met virtually to discuss their ongoing work to represent our Flight Attendants and push for improvements in our workplace. Representing you at the meeting were Rebekah Olds (ANC), Rita Tillou (SEA), Melodie Anderes (PDX), […]

Benefits Committee Meeting Recap – June 2026

This message is for pre-merger Alaska Flight Attendants On Wednesday, June 17, our pre-merger Alaska Benefits Committee Chairpersons met with management for their regular meeting. These discussions help ensure that management understands the real-world impact of their decisions on Flight Attendants and that your concerns are addressed directly.  Your representatives at the meeting were Deb […]

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