In This Edition

• Hotel Committee Meeting Recap – 3rd Quarter 2024
• Uniform Committee Meeting Recap – 3rd Quarter 2024
• Reserve Committee Meeting Recap – 3rd Quarter 2024
• Inflight Service Committee Meeting Recap – 3rd Quarter 2024
• Air Safety, Health, & Security Committee Meeting Recap – 4th Quarter 2024
• Next Week’s Events

Hotel Committee Meeting Recap – 3rd Quarter 2024

Originally posted September 23, 2024

On September 12, 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 and representatives from the company’s crew accommodations vendor 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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Uniform Committee Meeting Recap – 3rd Quarter 2024

Originally posted September 24, 2024

Our AFA Uniform Committee Chairpersons met on Wednesday, August 7th 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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Reserve Committee Meeting Recap – 3rd Quarter 2024

Originally posted September 25, 2024

Our AFA Reserve Committee Chairpersons met on Thursday, September 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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Inflight Service Committee Meeting Recap – 3rd Quarter 2024

Originally posted September 26, 2024

Our AFA Inflight Service Committee Chairpersons met on September 17 to represent Flight Attendants’ interests related to catering and onboard service/sales. The Committee met with management to discuss and receive updates on issues and problems faced by Flight Attendants onboard. The Committee continues to work with management to address catering concerns and improve processes in the future. Please report catering issues through Block2Block and safety-related issues through ReportIt!

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Air Safety, Health, & Security Committee Meeting Recap – 4th Quarter 2024

Originally posted September 27, 2024

On September 10, 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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Next Week’s Events

Thursday, October 3

Scheduling Review Board (SRB)

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In This Edition

• Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month
• Joint Negotiating Committee and Seniority Merger Integration Committee Interviews
• September 2024 MEC Meeting Recap
• Next Week’s Events

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month

Originally posted September 15, 2024

September 15 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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Joint Negotiating Committee and Seniority Merger Integration Committee Interviews

Originally posted September 19, 2024

Tuesday’s announcement of the final regulatory approval and subsequent financial closing of the merger of Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines mark important milestones. As per Section X [Merger Policy and Related Employee Protective Provisions] of the AFA-CWA Constitution & Bylaws (C&B), the AFA Alaska Master Executive Council (MEC) will now begin the process of electing Members in good standing to serve on the Seniority Merger Integration Committee and Joint Negotiating Committee (JNC). More details about these positions and how to express interest are provided at the link below.

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September 2024 MEC Meeting Recap

Originally posted September 20, 2024

Our AFA Alaska Master Executive Council (MEC) met this week on Monday, September 16, and Tuesday, September 17, 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 8, and Wednesday, October 9.

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Next Week’s Events

Tuesday, September 24	Monthly Scheduling Committee Meeting
Thursday, September 26	Alternate Dispute Resolution (ADR)

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In This Edition

• Honoring Your Feelings On The Anniversary Of 9/11: A Message For Flight Attendants
• We Will Never Forget – September 11, 2001
• Changes To Our Negotiating Committee
• Next Week’s Events

Honoring Your Feelings On The Anniversary Of 9/11: A Message For Flight Attendants

Originally posted September 10, 2024

For Flight Attendants, the anniversary of September 11th holds deep emotional significance. Whether you were flying that day, knew someone personally affected, or joined the profession afterward, the weight of that tragic day is often felt across the industry. The emotions that surface on this anniversary can vary widely—ranging from grief and sadness to pride and resilience. It’s essential to acknowledge these feelings and find ways to honor them.

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We Will Never Forget – September 11, 2001

Originally posted September 11, 2024

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Changes To Our Negotiating Committee

Originally posted September 12, 2024

Over the last few weeks, our AFA Alaska Master Executive Council (MEC) has received valuable feedback from Members sharing their concerns about the failed Tentative Agreement (TA). A common question was whether any or all members of our current Negotiating Committee would be replaced. 

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Next Week’s Events

Monday, September 16 – Tuesday, September 17	Regular MEC Meeting
Tuesday, September 17	Quarterly Inflight Service Committee Meeting

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In This Edition

• TA2 Survey Now Open!
• Scheduling Committee Meeting Recap – August 2024
• The Importance of Avoiding Unlawful Self-Help
• TA2 Negotiations Update – August 29, 2024
• Next Week’s Events

TA2 Survey Now Open!

Originally posted August 27, 2024

Completing the TA2 survey is the most efficient way to voice your concerns to our Negotiating Committee. Please give yourself at least 30 minutes to complete your survey so you are able to answer each question thoroughly. Without your participation, your individual priorities will go unheard. Complete your TA2 survey today!

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Scheduling Committee Meeting Recap – August 2024

Originally posted August 28, 2024

On August 27, 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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The Importance of Avoiding Unlawful Self-Help

Originally posted August 29, 2024

As negotiations continue, our top priority is addressing membership concerns when we return to the bargaining table. In the meantime, we must be careful (whether on social media, WhatsApp, texting or in person) about how we talk about negotiations and avoid unlawful self-help against the Company.

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TA2 Negotiations Update – August 29, 2024

Originally posted August 29, 2024

Our Negotiating Committee needs all Alaska Flight Attendants to complete the TA2 Survey by Wednesday September 4 at Noon PT. Upon analyzing the survey data, the committee will draft the TA2 proposal and present it to the MEC for review before moving forward in the timeline as illustrated below.

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Next Week’s Events

Wednesday, September 4	Council 35 (SFO) Local Council Meeting
Thursday, September 5	Scheduling Review Board (SRB)

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In This Edition

• Alaska Airlines/Hawaiian Airlines Merger Moves Forward
• Employee Assistance Program Resources in Uncertain Times
• TA2 Negotiations Update – August 22, 2024
• Next Week’s Events

Alaska Airlines/Hawaiian Airlines Merger Moves Forward

Originally posted August 19, 2024

Alaska and Hawaiian management have satisfied any questions raised during the Department of Justice’s (DOJ) review of the proposed merger. This means DOJ will not take further actions and has essentially approved the merger. 

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Employee Assistance Program Resources in Uncertain Times

Originally posted August 20, 2024

Between the stress and uncertainty of a merger and the collective bargaining process, it’s essential to remember to take the time you need to care for yourselves. That might mean leaning on your flying partners, taking a moment to recharge, or seeking support from your AFA EAP. Your well-being remains our top priority. We’re just a phone call away.

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TA2 Negotiations Update – August 22, 2024

Originally posted August 22, 2024

Our Negotiating Committee has heard you loud and clear. We are amped up and ready to return to negotiations to fight for a TA2. The TA2 Survey is on schedule to be released this Tuesday, August 27 at 9 AM PT. We need all of our Flight Attendants to relay to their flying partners the importance of completing the TA2 Survey.

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Next Week’s Events

Tuesday, August 27	Monthly Scheduling Committee Meeting
Thursday, August 29	Alternate Dispute Resolution (ADR)
Friday, August 30	Quarterly Human Rights Committee Meeting

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