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        AFA News in Review – September 12, 2025

        September 12, 2025 17:00

        In This Edition

        • SEA Domicile Negotiations – September 2025
        • Vacation Survey Now Open
        • We Will Never Forget – September 11, 2001
        • Hotel Committee Meeting Recap – September 2025
        • Next Week’s Events

        SEA Domicile Negotiations – September

        Originally posted September 6, 2025 | Pre-Merger Hawaiian

        The SEA Domicile Negotiating Committee recently concluded three days of collective bargaining in Honolulu, focusing on key issues affecting our Flight Attendants. Central to our discussions were plans for an improved transfer process, adequate staffing, moving expenses, and protections for our existing bases in HNL and LAX. We remain committed to transparency as we work towards a strong foundation for the SEA domicile.

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        Vacation Survey Now Open

        Originally posted September 10, 2025

        Our Joint Negotiating Committee is conducting a survey to gather Flight Attendant feedback on vacation benefits, aiming to align the Alaska and Hawaiian contracts to better meet your needs. With notable differences in vacation systems—such as Alaska’s flexibility in trading days and Hawaiian’s cancellation and bidding options—your input is vital for shaping a quality work-life and ensuring our benefits reflect your preferences.

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        We Will Never Forget – September 11, 2001

        Originally posted September 11, 2025

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        Hotel Committee Meeting Recap – September 2025

        Originally posted September 12, 2025 | Pre-Merger Alaska

        During their meeting this week, our Hotel Committee focused on addressing ongoing concerns in cities like JFK, MCO, BZE, and KOA based on your feedback. Read more about their discussions, plus more on the TBD hotel designation in the bid packet, and ongoing efforts to enhance our layover experience through site visits and the Hotel Gainshare Program.

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        Next Week’s Events

        Tuesday, September 16Quarterly Human Rights Committee Meeting
        Tuesday, September 16 – Thursday, September 18Regular MEC Meeting
        Thursday, September 18Quarterly Inflight Service Committee Meeting

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

        AFA News in Review – September 5, 2025

        September 5, 2025 17:00

        In This Edition

        • Merged MEC Committee Chairperson Interviews—October 2025
        • Pre-Merger Alaska MEC Committee Interviews—October 2025
        • Shared on Social
        • Next Week’s Events

        Merged MEC Committee Chairperson Interviews—October 2025

        Originally posted September 5, 2025

        Our first group of MEC committees merged on June 1, and we’re moving forward with plans to merge the next group on November 1. During the October MEC Meeting, we’ll hold interviews for MEC Committee Chairperson and other positions for the merged Air Safety, Health, & Security Committee (ASHSC). Interested candidates should submit an online expression of interest form by October 7, 2025, at 5 PM PT.

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        Pre-Merger Alaska MEC Committee Interviews—October 2025

        Originally posted September 5, 2025 | Pre-Merger Alaska

        Our MEC will soon begin interviewing and electing MEC Committee Chairpersons and other MEC-level positions for the upcoming new MEC Officer term. In October, interviews will be conducted for pre-merger Alaska MEC positions on the Air Safety, Health, & Security Committee (ASHSC), Reserve Committee, and Scheduling Committee. If you’re interested in stepping up, submit your expression of interest by October 7!

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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 September 3, 2025

        Originally posted September 4, 2025


        Next Week’s Events

        Monday, September 8Monthly Hotel Committee Meeting (pmAS)
        Tuesday, September 9 @ 5 PM PTExpression of Interest Deadline – September Committee Interviews (Merged and pmAS)
        Thursday, September 11Quarterly Reserve Committee Meeting (pmAS)
        Thursday, September 11Alternate Dispute Resolution (ADR) (pmAS)
        Friday, September 12Monthly Communications Committee Meeting

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

        AFA News in Review – August 29, 2025

        August 29, 2025 17:00

        In This Edition

        • Scheduling Committee Meeting Recap – August 2025
        • Next Week’s Events

        Scheduling Committee Meeting Recap – August 2025

        Originally posted August 28, 2025 | Pre-Merger Alaska

        This month’s Scheduling Committee Meeting recap highlights a focus on mitigating fatigue and working together with ALPA to address shared concerns. Discover how local issues across various bases are being addressed to improve the overall experience for our Flight Attendants.

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        Next Week’s Events

        Wednesday, September 3 – Friday, September 5SEA Domicile Negotiations (pmHA)

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

        AFA News in Review – August 22, 2025

        August 22, 2025 17:00

        In This Edition

        • Seniority Merger Integration Committee Update – August 2025
        • Hawaiian Airlines SEA Flight Attendant Domicile Update – August 2025
        • Uniform Committee Meeting Recap – 3rd Quarter 2025
        • Next Week’s Events

        Seniority Merger Integration Committee Update – August 2025

        Originally posted August 19, 2025

        The deadline to challenge the seniority date listed in your Seniority Verification Letter (SVL) is quickly approaching–all challenges must be received by August 29, 2025. Check your position on your pre-merger airline’s current list and stay informed about the upcoming work of the Seniority Merger Integration Committee (SMIC) as we work towards a unified seniority list for our Flight Attendants.

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        Hawaiian Airlines SEA Flight Attendant Domicile Update – August 2025

        Originally posted August 21, 2025 | Pre-Merger Hawaiian

        Planning continues for the new Hawaiian Airlines Seattle domicile set to open in 2026, with a dedicated Negotiating Committee established to expedite negotiations with management. AFA Council 47 will represent Hawaiian Flight Attendants at the new base, supporting both LAX and SEA-based Hawaiian Flight Attendants once the base opens.

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        Uniform Committee Meeting Recap – 3rd Quarter 2025

        Originally posted August 22, 2025 | Pre-Merger Alaska

        Our Uniform Committee is working on a simpler way to report uniform problems–soon, you’ll be able to report issues directly from your IMD. Also, with boot season coming up, remember to check the uniform guidelines to stay stylish, compliant, safe, and warm!

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        Next Week’s Events

        Tuesday, August 26Monthly Scheduling Committee Meeting (pmAS)

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

        AFA News in Review – August 15, 2025

        August 15, 2025 17:00

        In This Edition

        • Hotel Committee Meeting Recap – August 2025
        • Shared on Social
        • Next Week’s Events

        Hotel Committee Meeting Recap – August 2025

        Originally posted August 15, 2025 | Pre-Merger Alaska

        What happens when reports of possible bed bugs surface at one of our crew hotels? This week’s Hotel Committee meeting recap highlights how management and hotel staff handle these concerns. Plus, read about the challenges of unplanned accommodations in remote Alaskan outstations and the updated ad hoc hotel list that’s soon to be posted.

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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 13, 2025


        Next Week’s Events

        Monday, August 18Monthly Communications Committee Meeting

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

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