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        AFA News in Review – August 14, 2026

        August 14, 2026 17:00 Leave a Comment

        In This Edition

        • Pre-Merger Alaska Reserve Webinar Video and Q&A Recap – August 6, 2026
        • 787-9 Inflight Service Grievance: Protecting Our Contract and Standards
        • Next Week’s Events

        Pre-Merger Alaska Reserve Webinar Video and Q&A Recap – August 6, 2026

        Originally posted August 12, 2026

        Pre-Merger Alaska

        Catch up on highlights from our first pre-merger Alaska Reserve Webinar, with answers to your questions about reserve-related contractual rights and responsibilities. Watch the session recording now and review the Q&A summary for the latest reserve news and information.

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        787-9 Inflight Service Grievance: Protecting Our Contract and Standards

        Originally posted August 14, 2026

        Pre-Merger Hawaiian

        Management’s answer to our 787-9 service concerns has been to simply tell us to “make it work,” but we’re officially drawing a line in the sand. Read about our new grievance filing and why we’re standing our ground to demand that management either provide the resources required to make their service model work or offer realistic adjustments to actually reflect the staffing provided.

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        Next Week’s Events

        Tuesday, August 18 – Thursday, August 20Regular MEC Meeting
        Tuesday, August 18 – Thursday, August 20Flight Attendant Drug and Alcohol Program (FADAP) Conference

        See the MEC Event Calendar >

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        AFA News in Review – August 7, 2026

        August 7, 2026 17:00

        In This Edition

        • Benefits Committee Meeting Recap – July 2026
        • Wrapping Up Membership Engagement Focus Month: Stronger Together
        • Shared on Social
        • Next Week’s Events

        Benefits Committee Meeting Recap – July 2026

        Originally posted August 3, 2026

        Pre-Merger Alaska

        From navigating complex leave scenarios to advocating for policy improvements, our pre-merger Alaska Benefits Committee is dedicated to supporting Flight Attendants through every step of the process. Read on for a look at the key highlights from the Committee’s July meeting.

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        Wrapping Up Membership Engagement Focus Month: Stronger Together

        Originally posted August 4, 2026

        Our Membership Engagement Focus Month has come to a close, and we want to thank you for taking the time to learn about our Committee, explore the work that we’re doing, and discover ways that you can get involved. To wrap up this month of connection, we invite you to watch a special video message from MEC Membership Engagement Committee Chairperson Mischelle Fielsch and our Local Committee Chairpersons highlighting how your engagement is strengthening our AFA family.

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        Shared on Social

        Check out this week’s highlights from our social media! Click on a graphic below to view the original post on Instagram. Be sure to follow us for the latest updates and news as we share it!

        Originally posted August 4, 2026


        Next Week’s Events

        Monday, August 10Monthly Hotel Committee Meeting
        Thursday, August 13Quarterly Uniform Committee Meeting (pmAS)
        Thursday, August 13Alternate Dispute Resolution (ADR) (pmAS)

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        AFA News in Review – July 31, 2026

        July 31, 2026 17:00

        In This Edition

        • Scheduling Committee Meeting Recap – July 2026
        • Discover The AFA Online Learning Academy
        • Shared on Social
        • Next Week’s Events

        Scheduling Committee Meeting Recap – July 2026

        Originally posted July 28, 2026

        Pre-Merger Alaska

        This month, our pre-merger Alaska Scheduling Committee Chairpersons challenged management on operational concerns, including high reserve utilization, persistent staffing challenges, and localized base issues ranging from hotel usage to trip visibility. Read more about how the Committee is pushing for accountability on outstanding pay grievances and irregular operations mitigations to protect our schedules and improve the daily quality of life for Flight Attendants.

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        Discover The AFA Online Learning Academy

        Originally posted July 29, 2026

        Strengthening our collective voice begins with understanding how our Union operates, and we’re excited to empower you with that knowledge through the AFA Online Learning Academy. Designed to fit into our unpredictable schedules, this platform offers self-paced courses on everything from labor history to the AFA structure, ensuring you can learn whenever it’s convenient for you.

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        Check out this week’s highlights from our social media! Click on a graphic below to view the original post on Instagram. Be sure to follow us for the latest updates and news as we share it!

        Originally posted July 27, 2026


        Next Week’s Events

        Thursday, August 6pmAS Reserve Webinar (Register Here) 

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        Filed Under: Latest News Tagged With: AFA News in Review

        AFA News in Review – July 24, 2026

        July 24, 2026 17:00

        In This Edition

        • Need Help? Let Us Show You Where To Find It!
        • Alaska Management Announces Plan To Operate Boeing 737 Aircraft on Neighbor Island Flights
        • Hotel Committee Meeting Recap – July 2026
        • Air Safety, Health, & Security Committee Meeting Recap – July 2026
        • Joint Contract Negotiations Session 17 – July 2026
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        • Next Week’s Events

        Need Help? Let Us Show You Where To Find It!

        Originally posted July 20, 2026

        When you need AFA support, finding the right resources shouldn’t be a struggle—or a guessing game. Discover how to quickly connect with your Local Council, access our specialized AFA committees, and submit support tickets with ease, so you’re always empowered when challenges arise.

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        Alaska Management Announces Plan To Operate Boeing 737 Aircraft on Neighbor Island Flights

        Originally posted July 21, 2026

        Management’s surprise announcement to introduce Alaska-branded 737s on neighbor island routes starting this October directly contradicts the foundational promises they made when this merger began. Our MEC is taking steps to protect the identity and legacy of the Hawaiian Airlines brand, and the integrity of the commitments management made to our combined Flight Attendant group.

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        Hotel Committee Meeting Recap – July 2026

        Originally posted July 22, 2026

        Get ready for changes that may impact your next trip—guests are now allowed on crew shuttles for pmHA Flight Attendants, and new live tracking for some pmAS Flight Attendant ground transportation puts more control in your hands. Plus, information on upcoming site visits that are actively shaping the hotels and amenities that define your layover experience.

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        Air Safety, Health, & Security Committee Meeting Recap – July 2026

        Originally posted July 23, 2026

        From reports of chemical fumes in the crew rest to new tools for safe glass cleanup, this month’s Air Safety, Health, & Security Committee meeting tackled real, on-the-job challenges we face as Flight Attendants. Catch up on July’s updates—including onboard wheelchair stowage issues, burn risk concerns, and cargo odor problems—so you’re prepared and protected.

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        Joint Contract Negotiations Session 17 – July 2026

        Originally posted July 24, 2026

        This session, our JNC focused on refining the Reserve survey to ensure a comprehensive representation of Member concerns. Significant progress was also made on Section 23 (Insurance Benefits), with proposals aimed at enhancing Flight Attendant protections and securing tailored insurance provisions. Additionally, productive discussions continued on Section 30 (Training). Further improvements are anticipated pending management’s response to our latest proposal.

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        Check out this week’s highlights from our social media! Click on a graphic below to view the original post on Instagram. Be sure to follow us for the latest updates and news as we share it!

        Originally posted July 22, 2026

        Originally posted July 24, 2026


        Next Week’s Events

        Thursday, July 30Alternate Dispute Resolution (ADR) (pmAS)

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        Filed Under: Latest News Tagged With: AFA News in Review

        AFA News in Review – July 17, 2026

        July 17, 2026 17:00

        In This Edition

        • Behind the Scenes: What Goes Into Bringing Our MEC Town Halls to Life
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        Behind the Scenes: What Goes Into Bringing Our MEC Town Halls to Life

        Originally posted July 13, 2026

        Months of planning, coordination, and rehearsals all go into bringing our MEC Town Halls to life. Go behind the scenes to see how we transform your feedback and questions into a live broadcast event.

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        Shared on Social

        Check out this week’s highlights from our social media! Click on a graphic below to view the original post on Instagram. Be sure to follow us for the latest updates and news as we share it!

        Originally posted July 17, 2026


        Next Week’s Events

        Tuesday, July 21 – Thursday, July 23Joint Contract Negotiations
        Tuesday, July 21Monthly Scheduling Committee Meeting (pmAS)
        Wednesday, July 22Monthly Benefits Committee Meeting (pmAS)
        Wednesday, July 22Monthly Communications Committee Meeting

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        Latest News

        • AFA News in Review – August 14, 2026
        • 787-9 Inflight Service Grievance: Protecting Our Contract and Standards
        • Local Committee Appointments – August 2026
        • Pre-Merger Alaska Reserve Webinar Video and Q&A Recap – August 6, 2026
        • AFA News in Review – August 7, 2026
        • Council 47 SEA Base Update – SEA Membership Meeting Reminder
        • Wrapping Up Membership Engagement Focus Month: Stronger Together
        • Local Committee Interviews – September 2026
        • Benefits Committee Meeting Recap – July 2026
        • Council 47 Committee Update – Communication and Safety Vacancies

        787-9 Inflight Service Grievance: Protecting Our Contract and Standards

        August 14, 2026

        This message is for pre-merger Hawaiian Flight Attendants For decades, Hawaiian Airlines Flight Attendants have defined the Spirit of Aloha. We take pride in delivering world-class service, but management’s current Boeing 787-9 service model is threatening that legacy. It isn’t just inefficient—it’s an unsustainable pace that undermines the quality our passengers expect and the professional […]

        Pre-Merger Alaska Reserve Webinar Video and Q&A Recap – August 6, 2026

        August 12, 2026

        This message is for pre-merger Alaska Flight Attendants Thank you to everyone who joined our first pre-merger Alaska Reserve Webinar! We created this interactive session to share practical contract tips and help you feel more confident about reserve life. You can now watch the recording on our YouTube channel using the link below. Please note that […]

        Wrapping Up Membership Engagement Focus Month: Stronger Together

        August 4, 2026

        July was a remarkable month for our Membership Engagement Committee. We set out with a clear purpose: to bring our Flight Attendant community closer together, share valuable resources, and build authentic connections throughout our system. Over the past four weeks, we explored what it means to be engaged in our AFA family. We kicked things […]

        Benefits Committee Meeting Recap – July 2026

        August 3, 2026

        This message is for pre-merger Alaska Flight Attendants On Wednesday, July 22, our pre-merger Alaska Benefits Committee Chairpersons met for their regular monthly meeting. This meeting was an internal AFA-only meeting and did not involve management.  Representing you at the meeting were Ava McWilliams Ellington (LAX), Linda Gunselman (PDX), Sonia Quackenbush (SAN), Kathy O’Malley (SEA), […]

        Discover The AFA Online Learning Academy

        July 29, 2026

        As part of Membership Engagement Committee Focus Month, we’re excited to spotlight one of our core missions: empowering you with knowledge and confidence to participate more fully in our Union. When we understand how our Union works, we strengthen our collective voice and create a more engaged community. To help you on this journey, we’re […]

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        • Local Committee Appointments – August 2026
        • Pre-Merger Alaska Reserve Webinar Video and Q&A Recap – August 6, 2026
        • AFA News in Review – August 7, 2026
        • Council 47 SEA Base Update – SEA Membership Meeting Reminder
        • Wrapping Up Membership Engagement Focus Month: Stronger Together
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