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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• 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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• Tentative Agreement Not Ratified
• August 2024 MEC Meeting Recap
• Next Week’s Events

Tentative Agreement Not Ratified

Originally posted August 14, 2024

The ratification vote for the 2024 Tentative Agreement (TA) closed at 12 PM PT today with a 92.4% participation rate of eligible voters. Thank you for participating in the ratification vote. We will post the certified results later this evening. Results:

68% voted AGAINST the agreement
32% voted FOR the agreement

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August 2024 MEC Meeting Recap

Originally posted August 16, 2024

The August 2024 Regular MEC Meeting was scheduled to take place this week on Tuesday, August 13, and Wednesday, August 14. The meeting was extended by an additional day to allow the MEC to discuss the path forward with negotiations following the TA ratification vote results. The next Regular MEC Meeting is scheduled for Monday, September 16, and Tuesday, September 17.

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Next Week’s Events

No scheduled events

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