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AFA Alaska News in Review – October 13, 2023

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Air Safety, Health, & Security Committee Meeting Recap – 4th Quarter 2023

Originally posted October 10, 2023

Our AFA Air Safety, Health, & Security Committee (ASHSC) Chairpersons met on Thursday, October 5, to discuss their ongoing program of work to represent Flight Attendants’ interests related to safety, health, and security in our workplace. The Committee also met with management to receive updates and discuss issues and problems that Flight Attendants face onboard the aircraft. Reporting safety concerns is more important than ever, given the challenges we currently face as a workgroup.  Flight Attendant Irregularity Reports (FAIR), Aviation Safety Action Reports (ASAP), and fatigue reports can all be filed using ReportIt!  Please get in touch with a member of your Local ASHSC if you need assistance.

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October 2023 MEC Meeting Recap

Originally posted October 11, 2023

Our AFA Alaska Master Executive Council (MEC) met this week on Tuesday, October 10, and Wednesday, October 11, to conduct their ongoing work to represent our Flight Attendants. As part of the meeting, the MEC met with members of inflight, crew planning, and labor relations management to discuss issues and concerns facing our work group and needing to be addressed. The next Regular MEC Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, November 14.

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Sign Up For Text Message Updates From AFA Alaska

Originally posted October 12, 2023

We’re excited to announce a new way for Alaska Flight Attendants to receive important news and updates. Starting today, you can sign up for text message updates from AFA Alaska. The process is quick and easy – just visit the sign-up page and provide your name, mobile number, and a few other details. Once you’re enrolled, you’ll receive an email confirmation to let you know that your sign-up was successful.

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Tell Them What You Think: Take Management’s Pulse Survey

We are so pleased to know that management wants to hear from all of us. Let’s make the October Pulse survey a success by telling management how we really feel!

Here are some talking points you may want to share in the comments section of your anonymous survey:

  • How all of the unpaid duty time is illegal and affecting your livelihood
  • If you are disappointed that management continues to prioritize “economic feasibility” over your well-being
  • How lack of scheduling integrity through reassignments is eroding morale
  • How 90%+ reserve utilization is unsustainable and inhumane

Encourage your crew members to take the survey!

Check your company Outlook email or Team AAG (AAG sign-on required) for the link. 

The survey closes at 23:59 Pacific Time on Sunday, October 22.

Next Week’s Events

Tuesday, October 17 – Thursday, October 19Contract Negotiations
Thursday, October 19SAN Base Safety Meeting

See the MEC Event Calendar >

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AFA Alaska News in Review – October 6, 2023

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LOSA Observations Continue

Originally posted October 5, 2023

We are entering the next phase of our Line Operations Safety Audit (LOSA) program. Starting October 8, 2023, LOSA observations will occur over six continuous days each month. Like the Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP), participation in LOSA is entirely voluntary, and identifying information such as Flight Attendant names, dates, and flight numbers are never associated with observation data. If you have any questions about the LOSA program, please don’t hesitate to contact the AFA members of the LOSA Steering Committee.

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President Biden’s Speech At The Tempe Center for the Arts

On September 28, 2023, President Biden delivered a speech about the state of democracy at the Tempe Center for the Arts in Tempe, Arizona. The White House invited 40 Union leaders from the Arizona AFL-CIO, who, in turn, selected Melissa Osborne, LEC President of Council 35 (SFO), and Majo Tanco, LEC Secretary of Council 18 (LAX), to attend the event.

The event’s main focus was to announce the dedication of a local library to the late Senator John McCain. The audience had the opportunity to hear from various notable speakers, including Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs, Ambassador Cindy McCain (Senator John McCain’s widow), and President Biden himself. Other attendees included Tempe Mayor Corey Woods, former Arizona Governor Doug Ducey, Phoenix City Mayor Kate Gallego, and more.

In his speech, President Biden emphasized the importance of unity in a country struggling with division and eroding democracy. He urged Americans to unite under a common cause and work together to maintain and protect the freedom our founding fathers secured for us. Union members in the room felt the message of solidarity and unity was not lost on them.

This year, the US labor movement has been a shining example of the power of solidarity. As we approach the end of the year, Flight Attendants all over the country are ready to stand together and fight for our right to fair wages and working conditions. We recognize that we can accomplish more when we help each other, regardless of the airline or Union we belong to.

Next Week’s Events

Tuesday, October 10 – Wednesday, October 11Regular MEC Meeting
Thursday, October 12LAX Base Safety Meeting
Thursday, October 12Alternate Dispute Resolution (ADR)

See the MEC Event Calendar >

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AFA Alaska News in Review – September 29, 2023

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  • Changes To AFA Representatives Supporting Negotiations & Mobilization
  • Scheduling Committee Meeting Recap – September 2023
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Changes To AFA Representatives Supporting Negotiations & Mobilization

Originally posted September 27, 2023

Our Master Executive Council (MEC) has decided to split the duties of the MEC Mobilization Committee Chairperson into two positions. Current MEC Mobilization Committee Chairperson Justin Wetherell will move into a new MEC Negotiations Strategic Communications Representative position. Council 15 (SAN) Mobilization Committee Chairperson Samantha Wolff will take on the MEC Mobilization Committee Chairperson position.

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Scheduling Committee Meeting Recap – September 2023

Originally posted September 29, 2023

Our AFA Scheduling Committee Chairpersons met on Tuesday, September 26 to discuss their ongoing program of work to represent Flight Attendants interests related to lineholder scheduling. The Committee also met with management to receive updates and discuss issues and problems that Flight Attendants are experiencing with scheduling, pairings, and bidding. Your Local Scheduling Committee is available to answer questions, provide clarification, or help to resolve any lineholder scheduling-related issues. Please don’t hesitate to reach out!

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Mobilization Pop Up at Management Meeting in Portland

Surprise! Our Mobilization Volunteers just happened to pop up at Alaska management’s annual leadership summit being held this week in downtown Portland. They handed out 100 Grand and Payday bars (fun size, of course) to members of management as a reminder that Flight Attendants are still waiting for a contract that provides meaningful work rule improvement and industry-leading pay rates. Who knows where our Mobilization Volunteers will pop up next!

Next Week’s Events

Tuesday, October 3Council 19 (SEA) Local Council Meeting
Thursday, October 5Quarterly Air Safety, Health, & Security Committee (ASHSC) Meeting
Thursday, October 5Scheduling Review Board (SRB)

See the MEC Event Calendar >

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AFA Alaska News in Review – September 22, 2023

In This Edition

  • Inflight Service Committee Meeting Recap – 3rd Quarter 2023
  • Reserve Committee Meeting Recap – 3rd Quarter 2023
  • Negotiation Session 19
  • September 2023 MEC Meeting Recap
  • Uniform Committee Meeting Recap – 3rd Quarter 2023
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Inflight Service Committee Meeting Recap – 3rd Quarter 2023

Originally posted September 18, 2023

Our AFA Inflight Service Committee Chairpersons met on Wednesday, September 13, to discuss their ongoing program of work to represent Flight Attendants interests related to catering and onboard service/sales. The Committee also met with management to receive updates and discuss issues and problems that Flight Attendants face onboard the aircraft. The Inflight Service Committee continues to work with management to continuously address onboard catering concerns and engage in discussions leading to future improved processes. Please continue to report catering issues through Block2Block and safety-related issues through ReportIt!  

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Reserve Committee Meeting Recap – 3rd Quarter 2023

Originally posted September 19, 2023

Our AFA Reserve Committee Chairpersons met on Thursday, September 14, 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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Negotiation Session 19

Originally posted September 20, 2023

We continued discussing Section 10.R-S: Scheduling and MPRs/RIGs this session, but progress has slowed considerably since June. We have been assigned a Mediator, who we anticipate joining our negotiation sessions starting in November. We are planning additional Mobilization activities in the coming months and expect to share additional details next week.

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September 2023 MEC Meeting Recap

Originally posted September 20, 2023

Our AFA Alaska Master Executive Council (MEC) met this week on Monday, September 18, and Tuesday, September 19, to conduct their ongoing work to represent our Flight Attendants. The MEC also met with executive management and a group of union leaders from other company workgroups to receive updates and discuss concerns affecting employees company-wide. The next Regular MEC Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, October 10, and Wednesday, October 11.

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Uniform Committee Meeting Recap – 3rd Quarter 2023

Originally posted September 22, 2023

Our AFA Uniform Committee Chairpersons met on Tuesday, August 8 to discuss their ongoing program of work to represent Flight Attendants interests related to uniforms. The Committee also met with management to receive updates and discuss issues and problems that Flight Attendants are reporting related to uniform quality, wearability, and availability. If you are experiencing any issues with uniform quality or construction, please report the issues to Unisync as soon as possible.  Please include your Local Uniform Committee Chairperson on the email so they can help track any issues or trends that might be developing.

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Reminder: Red Hot Milestone Anniversary Celebration

This year’s company milestone anniversary celebration is coming up on Saturday, September 23, and we’re ready to turn the party into a RED HOT event! If you’re planning to attend as someone being recognized for a milestone anniversary (10 years of service and every five years after that) or joining someone who is as a guest, don’t forget to wear red (including your red AFA pin) to the event. Let’s show management our solidarity and turn out a sea of red to demonstrate that we’re fired up about a contract recognizing our contributions to the company’s success over our many years of service! 

If you attend, upload your pictures from the event and post them to social media. Tag or mention @afaalaska and include tags #AFAAlaska and #RedHotSummer so we can feature you!

Next Week’s Events

Tuesday, September 26Monthly Scheduling Committee Meeting
Tuesday, September 26Alternate Dispute Resolution (ADR)

See the MEC Event Calendar >

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AFA Alaska News in Review – September 15, 2023

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We Will Never Forget – September 11, 2001

Originally posted September 11, 2023

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Grievance Committee Update – 3rd Quarter 2023

Originally posted September 12, 2023

Our Grievance Committee protects all Flight Attendants from arbitrary and unjust disciplinary action and upholds our collective bargaining agreement. This update briefly summarizes the committee’s work over the past quarter. Management has issued discipline lately for a variety of reasons. Read on for more information about why management is disciplining and terminating Flight Attendants. If you’ve faced a situation that you believe might be a contractual violation, please report the issue through the AFA Alaska Online Support Center.

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Join The Picket Line: Support Southwest Flight Attendants

Originally posted September 13, 2023

It’s time to stand in solidarity with our Flight Attendant family at Southwest Airlines as they head to the picket line. Southwest Flight Attendants will be holding an informational picket in Denver on Wednesday, September 20, to address their ongoing fight for a fair contract. If you’re going to be in the Denver area, plan now to join the picket and sign up using the link below.

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Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month

Originally posted September 15, 2023

September 15th marks the first day of Hispanic Heritage Month in the United States. This tradition dates back to 1968 when legislation was signed into law first recognizing Hispanic Heritage Week. Read more about Hispanic Heritage Month, learn about the accomplishments of Hispanic Americans, and learn about events you can participate in using the resource links below. Join the celebration by wearing a Hispanic Heritage Month AFA Pin. Check with your Local Council if you need a pin.

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Surprise Pop-Up Picket At Alaska Airlines Event In Los Angeles

Despite issuing a public statement that our Negotiating Committee’s financial proposals were “economically unfeasible,” Alaska Airlines management decided that it was economically feasible to hold a swanky reception at a Marina Del Rey luxury hotel for company executives, elite frequent flyers, and Los Angeles area civic leaders today [Wednesday, September 13]. Our Mobilization Volunteers crashed the party with a surprise pop-up picket outside the hotel to ensure CEO Ben Minicucci and others attending the event heard our message. This example of corporate greed is a slap in the face to hard-working Flight Attendants who are long overdue for pay and work rule improvements that we have earned!

Next Week’s Events

Monday, September 18 – Tuesday, September 19Contract Negotiations
Monday, September 18 – Tuesday, September 19Regular MEC Meeting
Wednesday, September 20TWU Local 556/Southwest Airlines Flight Attendant Informational Picketing (Denver, CO)

See the MEC Event Calendar >

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Refreshed Inflight Mobile Device (IMD) Distribution

This message is for pre-merger Alaska Flight Attendants Management has recently informed our Master Executive Council (MEC) that they are distributing new Inflight Mobile Devices (IMDs) to Flight Attendants with devices nearing the end of their lifecycle. The specific schedule for this distribution will be communicated by management separately. Flight Attendants with the oldest devices […]

Scheduling Committee Meeting Recap – September 2025

This message is for pre-merger Alaska Flight Attendants On Tuesday, September 23, our pre-merger Alaska AFA Scheduling Committee Chairpersons and Representatives met in person at Alaska Airlines Corporate Headquarters to discuss their ongoing work to represent our Flight Attendants and push for improvements in our workplace. Representing you at the meeting were Heather Reier (ANC), […]

Meet Our Pre-Merger Alaska Committee Chairperson & Representatives

This message is for pre-merger Alaska Flight Attendants We’re excited to introduce the first group of pre-merger Alaska MEC Committee Chairpersons and Representatives for the upcoming MEC Officer term. They’ll begin transitioning into their roles over the next few months and officially start their terms on January 1, 2026. Below, you’ll find brief biographies that […]

Inflight Service Committee Meeting Recap – 3rd Quarter 2025

On Thursday, September 18, our AFA Inflight Service Committee Chairpersons met to discuss their ongoing efforts to represent our Flight Attendants and advocate for improvements in our workplace. Although our Inflight Service Committee has now merged, meetings with management continue to focus primarily on the Alaska or Hawaiian brands individually. This particular meeting was centered […]

Vacation Survey Closing Soon

There’s just 1 DAY LEFT to complete the crucial vacation survey that will help shape future provisions—your insights are essential for advocating the best outcomes for all Flight Attendants. The survey is currently open and will remain available until Wednesday, September 24 at 12 PM PT.

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