In This Edition

• Alaska Airlines Management’s Unlawful Continued Denial of Washington State Sick Leave Law
• October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month
• Reassignment Flow Charts – Sections 10.R and 10.R.5
• FAA Finalizes 10 Hours Rest Rule
• Next Week’s Events

Alaska Airlines Management’s Unlawful Continued Denial of Washington State Sick Leave Law

Originally posted October 3, 2022

Washington’s Paid Sick Leave Law went into effect on January 1, 2018, which in part allows Flight Attendants to use sick leave to care for themselves or a family member – including preventative care – and for which they cannot be disciplined or given attendance points.  The industry trade association Airlines for America and Alaska Airlines management refused to comply with the law and spent the last four years litigating whether they had to or not; they ultimately lost in litigation, and the US Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit decision in favor of the State of Washington and AFA stands.  Management still refuses to comply with the law, so AFA needs Seattle-based Flight Attendants to file complaints with the State of Washington Labor & Industries agency to ensure the law is rightfully applied.

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October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Originally posted October 5, 2022

Domestic violence can affect anyone and abusers can come from any demographic or background.  Though there is no single defining personality of an abuser, abusers may display common traits or exhibit certain warning signs.  If you or someone you know is affected by domestic abuse, confidential help is available through your AFA EAP Committee at (949) 470-0493 or afaalaska.org/eap.

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Reassignment Flow Charts – Sections 10.R and 10.R.5

Originally posted October 6, 2022

As part of the ongoing efforts of the Scheduling Committee to assist Flight Attendants in understanding contractual language and compensation, it was recommended a flow chart related to reassignments under contract sections 10.R and 10.R.5 be produced and published.  The first flow chart is designed to help you understand your rights and obligations in the event that you are subject to a reassignment by Crew Scheduling.  The second flow chart will help you understand what pay you are due for a sequence containing a reassignment.

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FAA Finalizes 10 Hours Rest Rule

Originally posted October 7, 2022

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) finalized a rule earlier this week requiring a minimum of 10 hours of irreducible rest for Flight Attendants between duty periods.  Though Alaska Flight Attendants have benefitted from contractual language ensuring scheduled rest of greater than 10 hours between duty periods for over a decade, this rule brings similar protections to all Flight Attendants throughout the industry.  This rule change is the culmination of tireless advocacy by members of our AFA Government Affairs Committee and other Flight Attendant activists from every airline.

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Next Week’s Events

Tuesday, October 11 – Wednesday, October 12	Regular MEC Meeting
Tuesday, October 11 – Thursday, October 13	Contract Negotiations
Thursday, October 13	Quarterly Air Safety, Health, & Security Committee (ASHSC) Meeting

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In This Edition

• ALPA Alaska Approves Tentative Agreement for Pilot Ratification
• Inflight Service Committee Meeting Recap – 3^rd Quarter 2022
• Scheduling Committee Meeting Recap – September 2022
• Modification of Section 10.S – Pre-Cancellations
• MEC Committee Chairperson & Appointed Position Interviews
• Shared on Social
• Next Week’s Events

ALPA Alaska Approves Tentative Agreement for Pilot Ratification

Originally posted September 23, 2022

The Air Line Pilots Association (ALPA) Alaska Airlines leadership recently announced they approved a tentative agreement (TA) with Alaska Airlines management for pilot ratification.

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Inflight Service Committee Meeting Recap – 3^rd Quarter 2022

Originally posted September 26, 2022

Our AFA Inflight Service Committee Chairpersons met on Wednesday, September 21 to discuss their ongoing program of work to represent Flight Attendants interests related to catering and onboard service/sales.  The Committee also met with management to receive updates and discuss issues and problems that Flight Attendants are facing onboard the aircraft.  Management continues to experience challenges in many locations that are affecting the correct loading on onboard catering supplies and retail products.  Please continue to report catering issues through Block2Block and safety-related issues through ReportIt!  

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Scheduling Committee Meeting Recap – September 2022

Originally posted September 28, 2022

Our AFA Scheduling Committee Chairpersons met on Tuesday, September 27 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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Modification of Section 10.S – Pre-Cancellations

Originally posted September 28, 2022

AFA and management have recently come to an agreement to provide better clarity as to how pre-cancellations and reassignments are confirmed in advance of the first day of a sequence.  The agreement expands existing pre-cancellation language and provides protections to Flight Attendants in how Crew Scheduling handles a number of additional situations.  The new language goes into effect at midnight on Saturday, October 1, 2022.  If you have any questions, please contact your Local Scheduling Committee for more information.

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MEC Committee Chairperson & Appointed Position Interviews

Originally posted September 29, 2022

In accordance with Article VI.C of the AFA Alaska MEC Policy and Procedure Manual, the term of appointment for the MEC Committee Chairpersons is concurrent with those of the MEC Officers.  As the current MEC Officer term will end on December 31, 2022, the MEC will be conducting a review of all MEC Committee Chairperson and other MEC-level appointed positions at a Special MEC Meeting to be held November 29 through December 1, 2022.

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AFA Disaster Relief Fund

We know that disasters can change lives forever. While we can’t stop destructive events from happening, we can, as a Union, assist our members with their recovery. AFA established the Disaster Relief Fund after September 11th to assist our members whose lives were placed in harm’s way.  AFA members and retirees, whose primary residences are in the counties listed on the FEMA website are eligible for $200.00 from the AFA-CWA Disaster Relief Fund.  It is a gift made possible by the generosity of your fellow union siblings with AFA.  (See the AFA website for links to the FEMA site: www.afacwa.org/drf.)

If you would like to apply for AFA-CWA Disaster Relief Funds, visit www.afacwa.org/drf and download the Disaster Relief Fund Application.  If you wish to contribute either by check or electronic payment, please visit www.afacwa.org/drf for more information on donating.

Next Week’s Events

Friday, October 7

Scheduling Review Board (SRB)

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• Negotiating Committee Blog
• Shared on Social
• Next Week’s Events

Negotiating Committee Blog

Originally posted September 21, 2022

Negotiations are underway!  Our Negotiating Committee has published the Negotiating Committee Blog to keep our workgroup informed.  Review the Contract 2022 website for frequently asked questions and other resources.

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This Week’s Blog Questions

• What does “Trade Jail” mean in management’s opening proposal?
• What does it mean when management’s opening proposal says, “address” such and such provision?
• Does the Negotiating Committee want to limit the number of probationary Flight Attendants per flight?
• What is the “We Care Pass” or “Stuff Happens Pass”?
• Management’s opening proposal indicates they want to increase the 4K distance, the 480 requirement, and the duty day! Is the Negotiating Committee considering any of these?
• Can you clarify what “The earlier of Occupational or Alaska Air Group (AAG) seniority used for non-rev pass travel” means in our Opening Proposal to management?

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We CARE about an industry leading contract!

Make sure to show your solidarity at the CARE Retreat by wearing your AFA pin. Let management know – we CARE about an industry leading contract!

Next Week’s Events

Tuesday, September 27

Monthly Scheduling Committee Meeting

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In This Edition

• We Will Never Forget – September 11, 2001
• Power of the Pin
• Celebrating Hispanic-Latinx Heritage Month
• September 2022 MEC Meeting Recap
• First Negotiation Session
• Shared on Social
• Next Week’s Events

We Will Never Forget – September 11, 2001

Originally posted September 11, 2022

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Power of the Pin

Originally posted September 13, 2022

All in, wear your pin!  Let’s show management we are ready for an industry leading contract.  Wear your AFA pin with pride every time you come to work to show that we stand together in support of our Negotiating Committee.  Need an AFA pin?  Be on the lookout for Mobilization Volunteers in your base or contact your Local Council for information about how to obtain a new one.

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Celebrating Hispanic-Latinx Heritage Month

Originally posted September 15, 2022

September 15^th marks the first day of Hispanic-Latinx 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-Latinx Heritage Month, learn about the accomplishments of Hispanic-Latinx Americans, and find out about events that you can take part in using the resource links below.  Join the celebration by wearing a Hispanic-Latinx Heritage Month AFA Pin during the month.  If you need a pin, check with your Local Council for more information.

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September 2022 MEC Meeting Recap

Originally posted September 15, 2022

Our AFA Alaska Master Executive Council (MEC) met this week on Tuesday, September 13 and Wednesday, September 14 to conduct their ongoing work to represent our Flight Attendants.  As part of the meeting, the MEC met with members of inflight and crew planning management to discuss issues and concerns that are facing our work group and need to be addressed.  The next Regular MEC Meeting is scheduled to take place on Tuesday, October 11 and Wednesday, October 12.  Please don’t hesitate to reach out to your LEC President if you have any questions.

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First Negotiation Session

Originally posted September 15, 2022

Our Negotiating Committee and Master Executive Council met with management for the first negotiation session.  Both parties exchanged Opening Proposals and began discussions.  Flight Attendants around our system showed solidarity by wearing AFA pins.

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Negotiation Session 1 Recap Video

Hear from our Negotiating Committee how the first session of contract negotiations went, including updates on Tentative Agreements and relevant discussions.

Next Week’s Events

Wednesday, September 21	Quarterly Inflight Service Committee Meeting
Thursday, September 22	SAN Base Safety Meeting
Thursday, September 22	Alternate Dispute Resolution (ADR)

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In This Edition

• Block? TFP? … or Better?
• Mobilization Moment – First Negotiation Session
• 2022 AFA September 11th Honor Guard
• Reserve Committee Meeting Recap – 3^rd Quarter 2022
• Next Week’s Events

Block? TFP? … or Better?

Originally posted September 6, 2022

Thank you for filling out our Negotiations Survey. Continue to send feedback directly to the Negotiating Committee.  What is the best pay system: TFP? Block? Duty? Or…?  There are several trends when comparing pay systems.  Our goal is to negotiate the best possible contract with the best possible pay.

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Mobilization Moment – First Negotiation Session

Originally posted September 8, 2022

Our Negotiating Committee has their first negotiations session next week with management.  It’s time to show our solidarity and show management we are ready for an industry leading contract.  Wear your AFA pin with pride, follow AFA social media, and ensure you are signed up for AFA emails.

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2022 AFA September 11th Honor Guard

Originally posted September 9, 2022

Twenty-one years ago, we made a promise to Never Forget the events of September 11, 2001 and never allow them to be repeated. No matter the uniform we wear, the routes we fly, or the years we have worn our wings we will always remember the events of September 11th and lift up our heroes. 

Our seventh annual AFA Honor Guard will attend services at our nation’s three national memorials to ensure the public remembers the sacrifice of Flight Attendants. This Honor Guard is comprised of Flight Attendants who have done work to advance our Never Forget priorities.

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Reserve Committee Meeting Recap – 3^rd Quarter 2022

Originally posted September 9, 2022

Our AFA Reserve Committee Chairpersons met on Thursday, September 8 to discuss their ongoing program of work to represent and advocate for our Reserve Flight Attendants.  The Committee also met with management to review a number of specific concerns that were brought forward by Flight Attendants.  Your Local Reserve Committee is available to answer questions, provide clarification, or help to resolve any reserve related issues.  Please don’t hesitate to reach out!

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Next Week’s Events

Tuesday, September 13 – Thursday, September 15	Contract Negotiations Begin
Tuesday, September 13 – Wednesday, September 14	Regular MEC Meeting

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