In This Edition

• Health Benefits Coverage & Staffing Adjustment Leaves
• Join The Picket Line: Support American Flight Attendants on Thursday, November 16
• Shared on Social
• Next Week’s Events

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Health Benefits Coverage & Staffing Adjustment Leaves

Originally posted November 6, 2023

Our Benefits Committee has been notified that there are multiple issues with health benefits coverage for those returning from staffing adjustment leaves (SAL). If you are on a staffing adjustment leave or have recently returned from one, please be aware of the following.

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Join The Picket Line: Support American Flight Attendants on Thursday, November 16

Originally posted November 9, 2023

Flight Attendants at American Airlines, part of the Association of Professional Flight Attendants (APFA), have been in negotiations for a new contract since January 2019. In August, they took a strike authorization vote, and an overwhelming 99.47% of American Flight Attendants authorized APFA to call for a strike if necessary. Despite this, American management continues to delay the process by offering concessionary proposals or, more recently, showing up to the bargaining table with no proposals at all.

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Southwest Flight Attendant Tentative Agreement

Congratulations to Southwest Airlines Flight Attendants (represented by TWU Local 556) on their tentative agreement (TA)! Our Negotiating Committee will meet next week to discuss the agreement and its implications on our ongoing contract negotiations. We plan to release a more comprehensive communication after our meeting, outlining how the agreement relates and fits into our overall bargaining strategy.

Bidding Reminder – Systemwide Informational Picketing on Tuesday, December 19

Remember to bid Tuesday, December 19 off for our systemwide informational picket! Ratchet up our collective pressure on management this holiday season and show we stand in solidarity, fighting for the contract we deserve and earn every day! This pressure brings our negotiations to the attention of the public, media, and investors. We will continue to push for what we deserve- a fair contract now!

More information, including meet-up locations and RSVP links, will be coming soon.

Negotiating Committee Statement On The Southwest Airlines Flight Attendant Tentative Agreement

Our Negotiating Committee met this week to prepare for the upcoming negotiations session in December with a mediator. During this session, we also discussed the recent Tentative Agreement (TA) for Southwest (WN) Flight Attendants, who are represented by TWU Local 556. Out of respect for the ratification process, our Negotiating Committee will not weigh in on the particulars of the WN TA at this time. Southwest Flight Attendants have the right to consider and vote on their TA without undue external influence. After the result of the ratification vote is known (currently scheduled for December 8), we will communicate how the outcome relates and fits into our overall bargaining strategy.

Industry Leading?

Alaska Airlines is industry-leading across the board–except for its Flight Attendant contract. It’s time for management to make Alaska Airlines an industry leader in taking care of its employees by delivering the improved pay and work rules that Flight Attendants have earned!

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Next Week’s Events

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In This Edition

• Celebrating Native American Heritage Month
• Save the Date: Systemwide Informational Picketing on December 19
• Know the Facts about Microdosing Psychedelics, Including Psilocybin
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• Next Week’s Events

Celebrating Native American Heritage Month

Originally posted November 1, 2023

November 1st marks the first day of Native American Heritage Month in the United States. This tradition dates back to the early 20th century when proclamations were adopted by various organizations and state governments celebrating American Indian Day. Read more about Native American Heritage Month, learn about the accomplishments of Native Americans, and find out about events that you can take part in using the resource links below. Join the celebration by wearing a Native American Heritage Month AFA Pin during the month. If you need a pin, check with your Local Council for more information.

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Save the Date: Systemwide Informational Picketing on December 19

Originally posted November 1, 2023

Ratchet up the pressure on management this holiday season and show we stand in solidarity for the contract we deserve and have earned! Management’s first economic counter-proposal was offensive and unacceptable. Their proposals fail to reflect our value as Flight Attendants. Mark your calendar for Tuesday, December 19 and plan to bid the day off for informational picketing in all bases.

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Know the Facts about Microdosing Psychedelics, Including Psilocybin

Originally posted November 2, 2023

Microdosing is a practice where individuals consume very small, sub-perceptual doses of a psychoactive substance, typically a psychedelic compound like psilocybin (found in “magic mushrooms”) or LSD. These doses are much lower than what would be needed to induce a full-blown psychedelic experience. Recently, researchers, doctors and patients alike have been turning to microdosing to evaluate if this practice can have positive effects on mental health, mood and cognition struggle. However, all consumers, especially safety sensitive employees like Flight Attendants, should be aware of the below cautions and concerns.

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Horror Story 2023

AFA Alaska presents ‘The Horrors of Corporate Greed’! Follow for more scary and true stories from Alaska Flight Attendants.

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New Negotiating Committee Blog Post

A new response is now published on the Negotiating Committee Blog! Read this week’s post for information on proposed pay scales in the context of the overall economic proposal.

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Next Week’s Events

Thursday, November 9	Council 39 (PDX) Local Council Meeting
Thursday, November 9	Alternate Dispute Resolution (ADR)

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In This Edition

• Scheduling Committee Meeting Recap – October 2023
• Contactability Flow Charts
• Benefits Committee Meeting Recap – 4th Quarter 2023
• Shared on Social
• Next Week’s Events

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Scheduling Committee Meeting Recap – October 2023

Originally posted October 25, 2023

Our AFA Scheduling Committee Chairpersons met on Tuesday, October 24 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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Contactability Flow Charts

Originally posted October 25, 2023

Our Scheduling Committee has created some new tools to help you better understand contractual language. These tools consist of two flowcharts that illustrate when you are required to be reachable by Crew Scheduling. One flowchart addresses situations when you are on duty, while the other covers times when you are on a RON/layover, on call as a Reserve, or off duty. Both flowcharts are available on the Scheduling Committee page of afaalaska.org for reference as needed.

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Benefits Committee Meeting Recap – 4th Quarter 2023

Originally posted October 26, 2023

On Tuesday, October 24, the AFA Benefits Committee Chairpersons held a meeting to discuss their continued efforts in assisting Flight Attendants with work-related benefits such as insurance, maternity, worker’s compensation, and leave of absence programs. The Committee also met with management to receive updates and address concerns brought forward by Flight Attendants. If you have ideas, thoughts, or feedback for the committee, your Local Benefits Committee Chairperson would love to hear from you!

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United AFA Day of Action – October 26, 2023

Yesterday, United Airlines Flight Attendants conducted a powerful Day of Action with informational picketing events systemwide. United management continues investing in new planes, gates, service, and lounges. Meanwhile, United Flight Attendants are still without a new contract recognizing the hard work and sacrifice they’ve put in to make the company successful.

It’s time for United management to recognize the value of their Flight Attendants and deliver a contract with the improvements they have earned. Alaska Airlines Flight Attendants proudly stood in solidarity with our United counterparts on the picket lines, and we will continue to stand together—their fight is our fight! Our collective voice is strong and cannot be ignored!

#AFAAlaska #ContractNow #PayUsOrChaos #SolidaritySeason #1u

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Next Week’s Events

Thursday, November 2	SFO Base Safety Meeting
Thursday, November 2	Scheduling Review Board (SRB)

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In This Edition

• Dues & Voting—What You Need To Know To Make Sure You Can Vote
• Join The Picket Line: Support United Flight Attendants on Thursday, October 26
• Negotiation Session 20
• Shared on Social
• Next Week’s Events

Dues & Voting—What You Need To Know To Make Sure You Can Vote

Originally posted October 17, 2023

Voting is an essential part of our Union’s democratic process. Only active Members in good standing who are current on their dues are eligible to vote on any AFA ballot. Contact AFA International Membership Services if you have questions about your membership or dues account status.

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Join The Picket Line: Support United Flight Attendants on Thursday, October 26

Originally posted October 19, 2023

United Airlines management continues investing in new planes, new gates, new service, and new lounges—but not a new contract for United Flight Attendants. Time is up for United management to make good on their corporate slogan, “Good Leads the Way,” with the contract improvements United Flight Attendants have earned. They are ready to stand strong together to let the company know their dissatisfaction and the expectation that management needs to work with the Union to address their concerns constructively.

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Negotiation Session 20

Originally posted October 19, 2023

Management shared their first economic counter-proposal since June, which triggered us to cancel our November session. They proposed a 1% increase adjusted for inflation, proving they do not value Flight Attendants. They refused to adequately address necessary improvements to other pay and work rule provisions (e.g., reassignments, MPR/RIGs, open time, ER conversions, vacation, 401k match, 480/960, longevity, per diem, “A” pay, holiday, etc.). We will meet again in December when the assigned mediator can be present.

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Constance’s Message

Alaska management’s employee Town Hall meeting included some interesting statements. “Show up for the shift you bid” has us wondering, does management care that we’re constantly reassigned?

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Next Week’s Events

Tuesday, October 24	Quarterly Benefits Committee Meeting
Tuesday, October 24	Monthly Scheduling Committee Meeting
Wednesday, October 25	Council 30 (ANC) Local Council Meeting
Wednesday, October 25	Alternate Dispute Resolution (ADR)
Thursday, October 26	United AFA Day of Action Informational Picketing

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In This Edition

• Air Safety, Health, & Security Committee Meeting Recap – 4th Quarter 2023
• October 2023 MEC Meeting Recap
• Sign Up For Text Message Updates From AFA Alaska
• Shared on Social
• Next Week’s Events

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 19	Contract Negotiations
Thursday, October 19	SAN Base Safety Meeting

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