In This Edition

• Alaska-Hawaiian Announce Merger: What Flight Attendants Need to Know
• Air Quality Quick Reminders
• Housing & Food Assistance Resources
• Join The Picket Line: Support United Flight Attendants on Thursday, December 14
• December 2023 MEC Meeting Recap
• Inflight Service Committee Meeting Recap – 4th Quarter 2023
• Shared on Social
• Next Week’s Events

Alaska-Hawaiian Announce Merger: What Flight Attendants Need to Know

Originally posted December 3, 2023

Today, Alaska Air Group (AAG) management has announced its intent to acquire Hawaiian Airlines, while maintaining the unique identity of both brands.

We know that everyone has questions and concerns about the proposed merger of Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines. Mergers take time. Nothing will happen overnight. But right now we must stick together because the airlines are very clear about how this will benefit shareholders, consumers, and employees but together we can claim clarity in black and white for our jobs and the improvements we can expect. 

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Air Quality Quick Reminders

Originally posted December 5, 2023

Fume events can occur on flights for various reasons, such as oil leaks or mechanical issues. Familiarize yourself with the symptoms of air quality, fume, and hypoxic events, so you know what to do if you suspect one is happening. More resources are available on the Air Quality Subcommittee page of the AFA Alaska website. 

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Housing & Food Assistance Resources

Originally posted December 6, 2023

Starting a career as a Flight Attendant is more challenging than ever due to low pay rates that haven’t kept up with the cost of living. Many new Flight Attendants face difficulties securing housing and food in expensive cities where they are based. Our EAP Committee has created a new website page with comprehensive information on resources to help Flight Attendants overcome these obstacles.

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Join The Picket Line: Support United Flight Attendants on Thursday, December 14

Originally posted December 7, 2023

On December 14, 2023, United Airlines Flight Attendants will take to the picket line – their holiday spirit of unity and solidarity burning brighter than ever. They are determined to strengthen their power and demonstrate their unwavering commitment to securing a contract that genuinely values their work and contributions to United Airlines. As holiday travelers take to the skies, United AFA Flight Attendants will ensure their voices are heard loud and clear. They are unified and ready to do “Whatever It Takes” to get the contract they have rightfully earned!

Join United Flight Attendants on the picket lines during their upcoming Day of Action, and let’s show our unwavering solidarity! Together, we can send a powerful message to United Airlines management and the entire airline industry that we demand nothing less than the best for Flight Attendants. It’s time to take bold action and demand the respect and recognition we all truly deserve. So, RSVP now and get ready to make our voices heard loud and clear!

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December 2023 MEC Meeting Recap

Originally posted December 8, 2023

Our AFA Alaska Master Executive Council (MEC) met this week on Wednesday, December 6, to conduct their ongoing work to represent our Flight Attendants. The MEC’s quarterly meeting with executive management and a group of union leaders from other company workgroups was postponed due to the merger announcement and other scheduling conflicts. The next Regular MEC Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, January 9, and Wednesday, January 10.

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Inflight Service Committee Meeting Recap – 4th Quarter 2023

Originally posted December 8, 2023

Our AFA Inflight Service Committee Chairpersons met on November 29 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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Cancelled

Alaska Flight Attendants are struggling to afford living expenses, let alone enjoy holiday shopping for their loved ones. It’s time for Alaska management to prove they care with an industry leading contract!

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1.9 Billion Reasons

December 19th. See you there #PayUsOrCHAOS #AlaskaFAContract

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Next Week’s Events

Tuesday, December 12 – Thursday, December 14	Contract Negotiations
Thursday, December 14	Quarterly Human Rights Committee Meeting
Thursday, December 14	United AFA Day of Action Informational Picketing

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• Uniform Committee Meeting Recap – 4th Quarter 2023
• Scheduling Committee Meeting Recap – November 2023
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• Next Week’s Events

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Uniform Committee Meeting Recap – 4th Quarter 2023

Originally posted November 28, 2023

Our AFA Uniform Committee Chairpersons met on Tuesday, November 14 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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Scheduling Committee Meeting Recap – November 2023

Originally posted November 30, 2023

Our AFA Scheduling Committee Chairpersons met on Tuesday, November 28 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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Don’t Forget to RSVP for our Day of Solidarity

This is a friendly reminder that our December 19th Day of Solidarity is coming up soon! Our Negotiating Committee is counting on your support to demonstrate our solidarity during the holidays. Plan to join one of the informational pickets being held in all six bases, as well as Washington, D.C. (DCA), and RSVP now!

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Management’s Offer

Alaska management worked hard on the graphic that illustrated their ridiculously lowball offer. Thanks for putting it into perspective for us! That’s gonna be a NO from your Flight Attendants.

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They Say They Care

Alaska Airlines say they “CARE” – what better time to show it than during this holiday season? Low pay, a punitive sick leave policy, and constant schedule changes aren’t taking care of Flight Attendants. What we really need this holiday season is a new, industry leading contract!

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• December 19 Day of Solidarity – RSVP Now
• Mobilization Expands: Direct Passenger Outreach Begins Today
• November 2023 MEC Meeting Recap
• Shared on Social
• Next Week’s Events

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December 19 Day of Solidarity – RSVP Now

Originally posted November 13, 2023

Our December 19 Day of Solidarity is coming up soon! Our Negotiating Committee is counting on your support to demonstrate our solidarity during the holidays. Plan to join one of the informational pickets being held in all six bases, as well as Washington, D.C. (DCA), and RSVP now using one of the links below to let us know you’ll be there!

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Mobilization Expands: Direct Passenger Outreach Begins Today

Originally posted November 15, 2023

Mobilization Volunteers will begin distributing leaflets today to Alaska Airlines passengers across all six bases, inviting them to keep up with our contract fight. Passengers can stay informed by scanning a QR code on the leaflets and signing up for email updates. If passengers ask questions on the aircraft about picketing, negotiations, or leafleting, they should be redirected to Alaska Listens. Do not discuss negotiations with passengers while on duty.

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November 2023 MEC Meeting Recap

Originally posted November 16, 2023

Our AFA Alaska Master Executive Council (MEC) met on Tuesday, November 14, to conduct their ongoing work to represent our Flight Attendants. In solidarity with our Negotiating Committee, the MEC canceled the planned meeting with management. The next regular MEC Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, December 5, and Wednesday, December 6.

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Direct Passenger Outreach Off to a Successful Start

We’re making it easy for passengers to support our contract fight and stay informed about upcoming actions that may impact their travel plans. Today, our Mobilization Volunteers launched a campaign to distribute informative leaflets among our passengers across all six bases. Several Local Councils will continue to conduct leafleting activities over the next few days. Leaflets included a QR code that directs passengers to the community support page on the contract website, where they can find a link for an email signup form for the public to receive email updates.

American Airlines Flight Attendant Informational Picketing

American Airlines Flight Attendants, represented by the Association of Professional Flight Attendants (APFA), held informational picketing events nationwide yesterday to send American management a message: they are ready to strike! They’ve set today as the final deadline for American management to come to the table with a satisfactory economic proposal. If American management doesn’t, the APFA Board of Directors will vote on approving a request to the National Mediation Board (NMB) for release from mediation and into a thirty-day cooling-off period.

AFA Flight Attendants from Alaska and other airlines joined the picket line in support. Management across the industry is watching, and our solidarity is powerful! When we fight together, we win together!

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• Health Benefits Coverage & Staffing Adjustment Leaves
• Join The Picket Line: Support American Flight Attendants on Thursday, November 16
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• 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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