AFA Alaska + Hawaiian

Representing the Flight Attendants of Alaska + Hawaiian

Click here to report an issue to AFA
Menu
  • Local Councils
    • Anchorage (Council 30)
      • Officers
      • Committees
    • Honolulu (Council 43)
      • Officers
      • Committees
    • Los Angeles (Council 18 pmAS)
      • Officers
      • Committees
      • Los Angeles/Seattle (Council 47 pmHA)
        • Officers
        • Committees
      • Portland (Council 39)
        • Officers
        • Committees
      • San Diego (Council 15)
        • Officers
        • Committees
        • Seattle (Council 19 pmAS)
          • Officers
          • Committees
        • San Francisco (Council 35)
          • Officers
          • Committees

        • More About Local Councils >>
        Close
      • Master Executive Council
        • Officers
        • Close
      • Committees
          • Air Safety, Health, & Security (ASHSC)
            • Air Quality
          • Benefits
          • Communications
          • Employee Assistance Program & Professional Standards
          • Government Affairs
          • Grievance
          • Hotel
          • Human Rights & Equity
          • Inflight Service
          • Inflight Training
          • Membership
          • Membership Engagement
          • Reserve
          • Retirement
          • Scheduling
            • Pairing Construction
            • Preferential Bidding System (PBS)
          • Uniform

        • More About Committees >>
        Close
      • Contract
          • Contract Home
            • 2025 Alaska Contract
            • 2025 Hawaiian Contract Extension
            • Ask Contract Questions
          • Contract Resources
          • Alaska Contract Negotiations (2022-2025)
        • Close
      • Resources
          • What To Do If You Encounter Contaminated Cabin Air
          • Issues & Campaigns
          • Newsroom
            • AFA News Now
          • Event Calendar
          • Membership Services
          • New Members
          • About
          • Links
          Close
        • Merger
          • Joint Negotiating Committee
          • Close
        • Contact Us
        You are here: Home / Archives for AFA News in Review

        AFA News in Review – August 28, 2026

        August 28, 2026 17:00

        In This Edition

        • Staying Safe On Layovers
        • AFA Alaska + Hawaiian MEC Town Hall: Join Us Wednesday, September 23
        • Next Week’s Events

        Staying Safe On Layovers

        Originally posted August 27, 2026

        Each layover is a chance to rest and recharge, but your safety should always come first. Discover simple ways to protect yourself and your crew wherever your flying takes you.

        Read More

        AFA Alaska + Hawaiian MEC Town Hall: Join Us Wednesday, September 23

        Originally posted August 27, 2026

        Looking for the latest AFA updates and a direct line to our MEC Officers? Register now for our next AFA Alaska + Hawaiian MEC Town Hall on Wednesday, September 23—your opportunity to hear what’s going on, ask questions, and connect with AFA Representatives.

        Read More

        Next Week’s Events

        Thursday, September 3Quarterly Reserve Committee Meeting (pmAS)
        Thursday, September 3Alternate Dispute Resolution (ADR) (pmAS)
        See the MEC Event Calendar

        Filed Under: Latest News Tagged With: AFA News in Review

        AFA News in Review – August 21, 2026

        August 21, 2026 17:00

        In This Edition

        • Hotel Committee Meeting Recap – August 2026
        • Uniform Committee Meeting Recap – 3rd Quarter 2026
        • AFA Alaska + Hawaiian In The News
        • Next Week’s Events

        Hotel Committee Meeting Recap – August 2026

        Originally posted August 19, 2026

        This month, our Hotel Committee has been seeking ways to eliminate excessively long van rides in LIR despite a missed opportunity, working to ensure crews have rooms ready in BOS after redeyes, and securing a relocation away from construction noise for crews in SEA to ensure uninterrupted rest. Our meeting recap spotlights upcoming site visits and other advocacy as the Committee works to ensure every layover is safe and comfortable for all Flight Attendants.

        Read More ➔

        Uniform Committee Meeting Recap – 3rd Quarter 2026

        Originally posted August 19, 2026

        Pre-Merger Alaska

        Our pre-merger Alaska Uniform Committee’s latest meeting delved into issues such as the process for shoe exemptions, inconsistent compliance checks across bases, and the challenges of maintaining a sufficient stock of shirts and pants. Read on for highlights about the new uniform on the horizon, the latest on upcoming wear testing, and more.

        Read More ➔

        AFA Alaska + Hawaiian In The News

        • As Alaska Air goes global, flight attendants say they’re short-handed (Seattle Times)

        Next Week’s Events

        Tuesday, August 25 – Thursday, August 27Joint Contract Negotiations
        Tuesday, August 25Monthly Scheduling Committee Meeting (pmAS)
        Wednesday, August 26Monthly Communications Committee Meeting
        Thursday, August 27Air Safety, Health, & Security Committee (ASHSC) Meeting
        See the MEC Event Calendar ➔

        Filed Under: Latest News Tagged With: AFA News in Review

        AFA News in Review – August 14, 2026

        August 14, 2026 17:00

        In This Edition

        • Pre-Merger Alaska Reserve Webinar Video and Q&A Recap – August 6, 2026
        • 787-9 Inflight Service Grievance: Protecting Our Contract and Standards
        • Next Week’s Events

        Pre-Merger Alaska Reserve Webinar Video and Q&A Recap – August 6, 2026

        Originally posted August 12, 2026

        Pre-Merger Alaska

        Catch up on highlights from our first pre-merger Alaska Reserve Webinar, with answers to your questions about reserve-related contractual rights and responsibilities. Watch the session recording now and review the Q&A summary for the latest reserve news and information.

        Read More >


        787-9 Inflight Service Grievance: Protecting Our Contract and Standards

        Originally posted August 14, 2026

        Pre-Merger Hawaiian

        Management’s answer to our 787-9 service concerns has been to simply tell us to “make it work,” but we’re officially drawing a line in the sand. Read about our new grievance filing and why we’re standing our ground to demand that management either provide the resources required to make their service model work or offer realistic adjustments to actually reflect the staffing provided.

        Read More >


        Next Week’s Events

        Tuesday, August 18 – Thursday, August 20Regular MEC Meeting
        Tuesday, August 18 – Thursday, August 20Flight Attendant Drug and Alcohol Program (FADAP) Conference

        See the MEC Event Calendar >

        Filed Under: Latest News Tagged With: AFA News in Review

        AFA News in Review – August 7, 2026

        August 7, 2026 17:00

        In This Edition

        • Benefits Committee Meeting Recap – July 2026
        • Wrapping Up Membership Engagement Focus Month: Stronger Together
        • Shared on Social
        • Next Week’s Events

        Benefits Committee Meeting Recap – July 2026

        Originally posted August 3, 2026

        Pre-Merger Alaska

        From navigating complex leave scenarios to advocating for policy improvements, our pre-merger Alaska Benefits Committee is dedicated to supporting Flight Attendants through every step of the process. Read on for a look at the key highlights from the Committee’s July meeting.

        Read More >


        Wrapping Up Membership Engagement Focus Month: Stronger Together

        Originally posted August 4, 2026

        Our Membership Engagement Focus Month has come to a close, and we want to thank you for taking the time to learn about our Committee, explore the work that we’re doing, and discover ways that you can get involved. To wrap up this month of connection, we invite you to watch a special video message from MEC Membership Engagement Committee Chairperson Mischelle Fielsch and our Local Committee Chairpersons highlighting how your engagement is strengthening our AFA family.

        Read More >


        Shared on Social

        Check out this week’s highlights from our social media! Click on a graphic below to view the original post on Instagram. Be sure to follow us for the latest updates and news as we share it!

        Originally posted August 4, 2026


        Next Week’s Events

        Monday, August 10Monthly Hotel Committee Meeting
        Thursday, August 13Quarterly Uniform Committee Meeting (pmAS)
        Thursday, August 13Alternate Dispute Resolution (ADR) (pmAS)

        See the MEC Event Calendar >

        Filed Under: Latest News Tagged With: AFA News in Review

        AFA News in Review – July 31, 2026

        July 31, 2026 17:00

        In This Edition

        • Scheduling Committee Meeting Recap – July 2026
        • Discover The AFA Online Learning Academy
        • Shared on Social
        • Next Week’s Events

        Scheduling Committee Meeting Recap – July 2026

        Originally posted July 28, 2026

        Pre-Merger Alaska

        This month, our pre-merger Alaska Scheduling Committee Chairpersons challenged management on operational concerns, including high reserve utilization, persistent staffing challenges, and localized base issues ranging from hotel usage to trip visibility. Read more about how the Committee is pushing for accountability on outstanding pay grievances and irregular operations mitigations to protect our schedules and improve the daily quality of life for Flight Attendants.

        Read More >


        Discover The AFA Online Learning Academy

        Originally posted July 29, 2026

        Strengthening our collective voice begins with understanding how our Union operates, and we’re excited to empower you with that knowledge through the AFA Online Learning Academy. Designed to fit into our unpredictable schedules, this platform offers self-paced courses on everything from labor history to the AFA structure, ensuring you can learn whenever it’s convenient for you.

        Read More >


        Shared on Social

        Check out this week’s highlights from our social media! Click on a graphic below to view the original post on Instagram. Be sure to follow us for the latest updates and news as we share it!

        Originally posted July 27, 2026


        Next Week’s Events

        Thursday, August 6pmAS Reserve Webinar (Register Here) 

        See the MEC Event Calendar >

        Filed Under: Latest News Tagged With: AFA News in Review

        • « Previous Page
        • 1
        • 2
        • 3
        • 4
        • 5
        • …
        • 51
        • Next Page »

        Need Help?

        Have an issue or concern to report to AFA?  Click here to access the AFA Alaska online support center.

        Latest News

        • AFA News in Review – November 6, 2026
        • MEC Retirement Committee Chairperson Interviews – December 2026
        • Council 43 Update – Local Council Meeting: November 6
        • Pre-Merger Alaska Reserve Webinar Video and Q&A Recap – October 21, 2026
        • Scheduling Committee Meeting Recap – October 2026
        • AFA Committee Focus Month: Inflight Service
        • Celebrating Native American Heritage Month
        • Council 39 October 2026 Update
        • AFA News in Review – October 30, 2026
        • Joint Contract Negotiations Session 20 – October 2026

        MEC Retirement Committee Chairperson Interviews – December 2026

        November 6, 2026

        This message is for pre-merger Hawaiian Flight Attendants. Are you passionate about helping your flying partners navigate their financial futures? Our MEC is seeking a dedicated and organized Member in good standing to serve as the pre-merger Hawaiian MEC Retirement Committee Chairperson. In this role, you will be the primary point of contact for assisting […]

        Pre-Merger Alaska Reserve Webinar Video and Q&A Recap – October 21, 2026

        November 4, 2026

        This message is for pre-merger Alaska Flight Attendants Thank you to everyone who joined our latest pre-merger Alaska Reserve Webinar! We created this interactive session to share practical contract tips and help you feel more confident about reserve life. You can now watch the recording on our YouTube channel using the link below. Please note that […]

        Scheduling Committee Meeting Recap – October 2026

        November 3, 2026

        This message is for pre-merger Alaska Flight Attendants On Tuesday, October 27, our pre-merger Alaska Scheduling Committee Chairpersons and Representatives met virtually to discuss their ongoing work to represent our Flight Attendants and push for improvements in our workplace. Representing you at the meeting were Rebekah Olds (ANC), Rita Tillou (SEA), Russel Rivinius (PDX), Jaqui […]

        AFA Committee Focus Month: Inflight Service

        November 2, 2026

        Welcome to November!  Every day, we step onto our aircraft prepared to handle any situation as first responders and trained safety professionals. At the same time, so much of the pride we take in our profession comes from the warmth and hospitality we deliver to our passengers on every flight. Delivering a memorable, welcoming experience […]

        Celebrating Native American Heritage Month

        November 1, 2026

        November 1 marks the start of Native American Heritage Month across the United States. Also observed as National American Indian and Alaska Native Heritage Month, this month provides an opportunity to recognize the profound contributions, vibrant cultures, and enduring sovereignty of Indigenous peoples. From the ancestral homelands of Alaska Native peoples across the North to […]

        Recent Posts

        • AFA News in Review – November 6, 2026
        • MEC Retirement Committee Chairperson Interviews – December 2026
        • Council 43 Update – Local Council Meeting: November 6
        • Pre-Merger Alaska Reserve Webinar Video and Q&A Recap – October 21, 2026
        • Scheduling Committee Meeting Recap – October 2026
        • AFA Committee Focus Month: Inflight Service
        • Celebrating Native American Heritage Month
        • Council 39 October 2026 Update
        • AFA News in Review – October 30, 2026
        • Joint Contract Negotiations Session 20 – October 2026
        • Call To Action: Election Day Is Tuesday, November 3
        • Air Safety, Health, & Security Committee Meeting Recap – October 2026
        • Council 47 SEA Base – OJI (On-the-Job Injury) Update
        • Council 47 Government Affairs Update – VOTE!
        • Council 47 Officer Update – October 2026

        Local Councils

        • Anchorage
        • Honolulu
        • Los Angeles (pre-merger Alaska)
        • Los Angeles/Seattle (pre-merger Hawaiian)
        • Portland
        • San Diego
        • San Francisco
        • Seattle (pre-merger Alaska)

        Master Executive Council

        • MEC

        Contract

        • Contract Home

        Committees

        • Air Safety, Health, & Security
        • Benefits
        • Communications
        • EAP/Professional Standards
        • Government Affairs
        • Grievance
        • Hotel
        • Human Rights
        • Inflight Service
        • Membership Engagement
        • Reserve
        • Retirement
        • Scheduling
        • Uniform

        News By Month

        News By Category

        AFA News Now Air Quality Air Safety, Health, & Security Committee (ASHSC) Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) AS/HA Merger AS/VX Merger Benefits Committee Committees Communications Committee Contract Contract 2014 Negotiations Blog Council 15 SAN Council 18 LAX (pmAS) Council 19 SEA (pmAS) Council 30 ANC Council 35 SFO Council 39 PDX Council 43 HNL Council 47 LAX/SEA (pmHA) EAP/Professional Standards Committee Extension 2021 Blog Featured Government Affairs Committee Grievance Committee Hotel Committee Human Rights & Equity Committee Industry News Inflight Service Committee Inflight Training Committee JNC Blog Joint Negotiating Committee (JNC) Latest News Local Councils Master Executive Council (MEC) Membership Engagement Committee Message from the MEC President Mobilization Committee Negotiations Pairing Construction Preferential Bidding System (PBS) Press Releases Reserve Committee Retirement Committee Scheduling Committee Uniform Committee
        • Email
        • Facebook
        • Instagram
        • YouTube

        Want To Stay In The Loop?

        Stay up-to-date on AFA Alaska + Hawaiian news and information by signing up for our email and text message updates. Click a button below to get started or update your preferences if you're already a subscriber.
        Sign Up for Emails
        Sign Up for Text Updates

        Connect With AFA

        • Contact Us
        • Online Support Center
        • AFA International
        • CWA
        • AFA Alaska + Hawaiian Social Media Guidelines
        • AFA-CWA Mutual Respect Policy

        Copyright © 2013-2026 Alaska/Hawaiian Airlines Master Executive Council, Association of Flight Attendants-CWA, AFL-CIO