In This Edition

• TA2 Video Resources Now Available
• Notice Regarding Boarding Pay Comparison Resources
• TA2 Updated Boarding Pay Comparison Resources
• Alaska-Hawaiian Merged MEC Officer Election Results
• TA2 Calculators Now Available
• Never Forget: Honoring Alaska Airlines Flight 261—January 31, 2000 
• Next Week’s Events

TA2 Video Resources Now Available

Originally posted January 27, 2025

Last week, our Master Executive Council voted unanimously to release TA2 for membership ratification. The final text and supporting documents are available on the contract website and the following video resources were added today (and published on social media).

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Notice Regarding Boarding Pay Comparison Resources

Originally posted January 28, 2025

AFA International has expressed concerns that the Boarding Pay/Comparison resources may not accurately reflect industry comparisons and therefore we have unpublished several of these resources. Please note, this does not impact our own Boarding Pay or the dollar amounts we previously shared for each step of our scale.

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TA2 Updated Boarding Pay Comparison Resources

Originally posted January 28, 2025

We worked quickly to address the concerns expressed by AFA International and updated our Boarding Pay/Comparison resources. We have updated and republished the following resources: TA2 Summary Booklet, TA2 Roadshow Video,TA2 Compensation Graphics.

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Alaska-Hawaiian Merged MEC Officer Election Results

Originally posted January 29, 2025

The Alaska and Hawaiian Local Council Presidents and the respective MEC Officers from each airline met in person in San Francisco for the merged MEC Officer Elections. We’re pleased to announce the successful candidates of your Joint Master Executive Council (MEC) Officer team, effective March 1, 2025.

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TA2 Calculators Now Available 

Originally posted January 30, 2025

The following TA2 resources have been published for membership review: TA2 Retro Pay Calculator, TA2 Boarding Pay Calculator (AAG SSO required).

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Never Forget: Honoring Alaska Airlines Flight 261—January 31, 2000 

Originally posted January 31, 2025

On this day, we pause to remember and honor the 25th anniversary of the tragic loss of Alaska Airlines Flight 261, which occurred on January 31, 2000. This heartbreaking event claimed the lives of all 88 passengers and crew on board, leaving an enduring impact on all of us.

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Next Week’s Events

Monday, February 3	TA2 Q&A Session (w/ the Negotiating Committee)
Wednesday, February 5	TA2 Q&A Session (w/ the Negotiating Committee)
Thursday, February 6	Scheduling Review Board (SRB)
Friday, February 7	TA2 Q&A Session (w/ the Negotiating Committee)

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In This Edition

• It’s Time for a New Generation to Lead
• Air Safety, Health, & Security Committee Meeting Recap – 1st Quarter 2025
• Building Resilience: A New Year’s Guide for Flight Attendants
• Hotel Committee Meeting Recap – January 2025
• Resources For Those Affected By The Southern California Wildfires
• TA2 Update
• Next Week’s Events

It’s Time for a New Generation to Lead

Originally posted January 13, 2025

The MEC Officer elections for the merged MEC will occur on January 29th, effective March 1st. The candidate page is updated each workday by the Membership Department at afacwa.org/AlaskaHawaiian. After five terms, MEC President Jeff Peterson will not seek reelection, planning to return to the line on February 28th. His focus remains on setting up the new MEC President for success in JCBA negotiations starting in March. The ideal goal is to use a ratified TA2 as a foundation for further contractual improvements during JCBA negotiations.

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Air Safety, Health, & Security Committee Meeting Recap – 1st Quarter 2025

Originally posted January 14, 2025

On January 8, our AFA Air Safety, Health, and Security Committee (ASHSC) Chairpersons met to discuss their ongoing work representing Flight Attendants’ interests in safety, health, and security. The committee met with management to receive updates and discuss issues faced by Flight Attendants onboard the aircraft. Reporting safety concerns is crucial in these challenging times. Use ReportIt! to file FAIR, ASAP, and fatigue reports. Contact your Local ASHSC if you need assistance.

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Building Resilience: A New Year’s Guide for Flight Attendants

Originally posted January 16, 2025

As a Flight Attendant, resilience is one of your greatest tools. The nature of the profession —long hours, irregular schedules, and dealing with diverse passenger needs—can be taxing. Building resilience ensures you can handle challenges effectively while maintaining your well-being. In addition to prioritizing your physical health, below are some often overlooked strategies to strengthen your resilience as we roll into the new year.

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Hotel Committee Meeting Recap – January 2025

Originally posted January 16, 2025

On January 13, our AFA Hotel Committee Chairpersons met to discuss their ongoing work to protect and improve the quality of hotel accommodations and ground transportation providers for Flight Attendants. The Committee met with management to discuss current trends and concerns regarding layover hotels and transportation. If you encounter problems or have positive feedback about hotels or transportation, please report it through the feedback function in the MyCrewCare app. Your feedback is crucial as it provides the Committee with essential data to support keeping high-quality hotels and push for change when conditions are unacceptable.

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Resources For Those Affected By The Southern California Wildfires

Originally posted January 17, 2025

The devastating wildfires that have swept through Los Angeles County have had a profound impact on local communities, including our own Flight Attendant community. Below is a list of resources and offers compiled to aid those displaced or affected by ongoing fires. AFA EAP is also available at any time for confidential support by calling (949) 470-0493 or visiting afaalaska.org/eap for more ways to connect.

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TA2 Update

Originally posted January 17, 2025

This week, our Negotiating Committee and management have been finalizing the language of the Agreement in Concept (AIC) reached last week. The Negotiating Committee expects to present the final text document to our Master Executive Council next week. The voting members of the MEC will then decide whether to release the agreement as TA2 for membership ratification.

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Next Week’s Events

None Scheduled

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• Southern California Wildfires
• TA2 Mediation Session 3
• Shared on Social
• Next Week’s Events

Southern California Wildfires

Originally posted January 9, 2025

The wildfires in the Los Angeles area are devastating, and the situation is rapidly evolving, including the spread of the fires and connectivity outages. If you are in the area, please stay safe and evacuate if authorities advise you to do so. For live updates, click here.

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TA2 Mediation Session 3

Originally posted January 9, 2025

Our Negotiating Committee and management reached an Agreement in Concept (AIC), marking a significant step toward achieving TA2. The Negotiating Committee will prepare materials, including the finalized text, to present to the Master Executive Council (MEC). The voting members of the MEC (Local Executive Council Presidents) will conduct a thorough review and vote whether to release the agreement for membership ratification.

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Mobilization Volunteer Profile Pics

Originally posted January 6, 2025

Do you have questions about negotiations? While scrolling through conversations about negotiations on social media, look for your peers with a Mobilization Volunteer profile pic frame to ensure you’re getting accurate and up-to-date information.

For more information about negotiations, visit https://contract2022.afaalaska.org/

Merged MEC Officer Elections Update

Originally posted January 9, 2025

As reported last month, the MEC Officer elections for the merged MEC will take place on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, with an effective date of March 1, 2025. Local Council Presidents from Alaska and Hawaiian, along with the MEC Officers from each airline, will gather in San Francisco for these elections.

The process of merging the councils is being managed by the International Office. AFA’s Membership Department is currently gathering Willingness to Serve forms and resumes from those interested in three officer positions. If you are interested in applying, please fill out the Willingness to Serve form online and email your resume to International Secretary-Treasurer Dante Harris at dharris@afacwa.org.

On Tuesday, January 7, the names of candidates who completed this process were shared on the AFA International website. If more Flight Attendants express their interest and submit a willingness to serve form, the Membership Department will update the candidate list daily at afacwa.org/AlaskaHawaiian. It’s highly recommended that candidates declare their interest by January 15 for consideration by the Local Council Presidents from both Alaska and Hawaiian. Interviews will take place during the meeting on January 29. Candidates are highly encouraged to appear in San Francisco; those unable to attend in person may request a virtual interview.

As of now, the following individuals have submitted their names for consideration in the election. If a candidate submitted a resume, a link is posted for viewing on the AFA International website.

MEC President

• Jacob Billig
• Timothy Green
• Thresia Raynor

MEC Vice President

• Brice McGee
• Martin Monteblanco
• Andrew Stinson
• Ty Tufono-Chaussee

MEC Secretary-Treasurer

• Linda Christou
• Paul Ikioka

Next Week’s Events

Monday, January 13	Monthly Hotel Committee Meeting
Thursday, January 16	Alternate Dispute Resolution (ADR)

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• Scheduling Committee Meeting Recap – December 2024
• Next Week’s Events

Scheduling Committee Meeting Recap – December 2024

Originally posted January 2, 2025

On December 17, our AFA Scheduling Committee Chairpersons met to discuss their ongoing work representing Flight Attendants’ interests in lineholder scheduling. The Committee met with management to receive updates and discuss issues and problems Flight Attendants face with scheduling, pairings, and bidding. Your Local Scheduling Committee is available to assist with any lineholder scheduling-related issues. Don’t hesitate to reach out for help!

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Next Week’s Events

Tuesday, January 7 – Thursday, January 9	Contract Negotiations
Wednesday, January 8 – Thursday, January 9	Regular MEC Meeting
Wednesday, January 8	Quarterly Air Safety, Health, & Security Committee (ASHSC) Meeting

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• Reserve Committee Meeting Recap – 4th Quarter 2024
• AFA Alaska Statement On Recent Severe Turbulence Incidents
• Next Week’s Events

Reserve Committee Meeting Recap – 4th Quarter 2024

Originally posted December 23, 2024

Our AFA Reserve Committee Chairpersons met on Thursday, December 12, to discuss their ongoing program of work to represent and advocate for our Reserve Flight Attendants. The Committee also met with management to review specific concerns that Flight Attendants brought forward. Your Local Reserve Committee is available to answer questions, clarify contractual language, or help resolve reserve-related issues. Please don’t hesitate to reach out!

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AFA Alaska Statement On Recent Severe Turbulence Incidents

Originally posted December 27, 2024

AFA Representatives have been informed that several flights experienced severe turbulence yesterday, resulting in injuries to some Flight Attendants. Since then, various AFA officers and committee members have been actively working with inflight management to ensure that all affected Flight Attendants receive the necessary care and that all contractual provisions are upheld.

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Next Week’s Events

Thursday, January 2

Scheduling Review Board (SRB)

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