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AFA Alaska News in Review – December 30, 2022

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Scheduling Committee Meeting Recap – December 2022

Originally posted December 28, 2022

Our AFA Scheduling Committee Chairpersons met on Tuesday, December 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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Next Week’s Events

Thursday, January 5Quarterly Air Safety, Health, & Security Committee (ASHSC) Meeting
Thursday, January 5Scheduling Review Board (SRB)
Thursday, January 5Alternate Dispute Resolution (ADR)

See the MEC Event Calendar >

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AFA Alaska News in Review – December 23, 2022

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December 2022 Pacific Northwest Winter Weather Event

Originally posted December 23, 2022

The snow and ice accumulation that occurred over the last several days in the Pacific Northwest has caused operational havoc throughout the Alaska Airlines system. Many Flight Attendants are being impacted by cancelled flights, reassignments, and other scheduling issues. Your contract is one of the best resources to help answer questions about pre-cancellations, reassignments, duty times, and rest. The AFA Scheduling Committee has also put together an updated quick reference guide with some key contractual information. If your flying has been impacted by the winter weather and you have contractual questions or concerns, please open a support ticket using the AFA Alaska Online Support Center. AFA Representatives are working to resolve issues as expeditiously as possible.

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Next Week’s Events

Tuesday, December 27Monthly Scheduling Committee Meeting

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AFA Alaska News in Review – December 16, 2022

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Don’t Underestimate the Effects of Alcohol

Originally posted December 12, 2022

Many people enjoying celebrating during the holidays, which often includes having alcoholic beverages. Alcohol can affect decision making abilities and reaction times long before other outward signs of intoxication become evident. Overconsuming alcohol can lead to reckless decisions, blackouts, and dangerous consequences. If your holiday plans involve consuming alcohol, remember to drink responsibly. Have a designated sober driver or order a taxi or ride share.

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December 13 Negotiating Committee Blog Post

Additional responses are now published on the Negotiating Committee Blog! Read this week’s answers for clarification on commuter improvements, pay components, and pay rates vs. work rules/benefits.

https://contract2022.afaalaska.org/committee/blog/

Next Week’s Events

No events next week

See the MEC Event Calendar >

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AFA Alaska News in Review – December 9, 2022

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MEC Committee Position Election Results

Originally posted December 5, 2022

Last week, the MEC held a Special MEC Meeting for the purpose of interviewing candidates and conducting elections for MEC Committee positions. We would like to thank everyone who expressed interest in the positions and a willingness to serve. After careful consideration and much deliberation, the six directly elected Local Executive Council (LEC) Presidents have elected the following Flight Attendants to MEC Committee positions.

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Hotel Committee Meeting Recap – 4th Quarter 2022

Originally posted December 9, 2022

Our AFA Hotel Committee Chairpersons met on Thursday, December 8 to discuss their ongoing program of work to protect and improve the quality of Flight Attendant hotel accommodations and ground transportation providers. The Committee met with representatives from management and the Company’s crew accommodations vendor to review current trends and concerns related to layover hotels and transportation. You can help the Committee by reporting hotel and transportation feedback (both positive and negative) through CrewCare. Feedback that is reported through CrewCare provides the Committee with important data to support keeping hotels that are Flight Attendant favorites or drive change when conditions are unacceptable.

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Negotiation Session 6 Update

Originally posted December 9, 2022

We secured a firm commitment from management for industry leading pay. Tentative agreement was reached on Air, Safety, Health & Security; Grievance Procedures; Expenses; and Performance Based Pay (PBP) and Retirement. Discussion continued on Commuter Policy and Jumpseat & Pass Privileges. The next negotiation session is January 10-12, 2023.

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Next Week’s Events

Monday, December 12Council 35 (SFO) Local Council Meeting
Thursday, December 15Council 15 (SAN) Local Council Meeting
Thursday, December 15Scheduling Review Board (SRB)
Thursday, December 15Alternate Dispute Resolution (ADR)

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AFA Alaska News in Review – December 2, 2022

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Negotiation Session 5

Originally posted December 2, 2022

During Negotiation Session 5, tentative agreement was reached on Letter of Agreement (LOA) 4: Retiree Health Insurance. We also have a commitment from management to extend the Other Airline (OAL) commuter LOA. Discussion started on Jumpseat & Passes, Commuter Policy, and Air, Safety, Health & Security. Discussion continued on Scheduling and Hotels. The next negotiation session is December 6-8.

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Setting the Record Straight on KCM Rumors

Originally posted December 2, 2022

Though the name of the KCM program is changing, it is not going away and will continue to offer the same risk based alternate screening for crewmembers. The program will transition to full oversight by the TSA which had been planned for some time. Crewmembers can help ensure the continued success of the program by fully complying with all program rules and regulations.  Do not carry prohibited items or another person’s property through KCM access points and do not use KCM when any portion of your travel itinerary contains personal international travel.

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Inflight Service Committee Meeting Recap – 4th Quarter 2022

Originally posted December 2, 2022

Our AFA Inflight Service Committee Chairpersons met on Wednesday, November 30 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. The Inflight Service Committee continues to work with management to continuously improve onboard catering and engage in discussions leading to future improved processes. Please continue to report catering issues through Block2Block and safety-related issues through ReportIt!  

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Reserve Committee Meeting Recap – 4th Quarter 2022

Originally posted December 2, 2022

Our AFA Reserve Committee Chairpersons met on Thursday, December 1 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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Inflight Snow Operations – November 30, 2022 

Note: this was originally posted on November 30 and is being shared here for reference only.

Management has activated the Snow Operations Command Center for SEA in anticipation of the weather forecast.  Severe Weather Ground Commuting Operations (SWGCO) are also now in effect for Seattle.  Please review Bulletin #2022-0119 on the Inflight website for more information.  You can also reference the Ground Commuting During Significant Weather Events LOA on the AFA Alaska website under Contract > Contract Home > Letters of Agreement (LOAs) > Ground Commuting During Significant Weather Events.

Next Week’s Events

Monday, December 5 – Tuesday, December 6AFA Executive Board Meeting
Tuesday, December 6 – Thursday, December 8Contract Negotiations
Tuesday, December 6PDX Base Safety Meeting
Wednesday, December 7Retirement Committee Meeting
Thursday, December 8Quarterly Hotel Committee Meeting

See the MEC Event Calendar >

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Join The Picket Line: Support Horizon Flight Attendants on Tuesday, April 28

Since November 2023, Horizon Air Flight Attendants have been in negotiations, fighting tirelessly to secure a new contract that recognizes their work. Even after applying for mediation in January 2025, management continues to offer proposals that ignore the essential contributions Horizon Flight Attendants make to the success of Horizon Air and Alaska Air Group.  On […]

Scheduling Committee Meeting Recap – April 2026

This message is for pre-merger Alaska Flight Attendants On Tuesday, April 21, our pre-merger Alaska AFA Scheduling Committee Chairpersons and Representatives met in person at the Alaska Airlines Global Training Center in Renton, WA to discuss their ongoing work to represent our Flight Attendants and push for improvements in our workplace. Representing you at the […]

Hotel Committee Meeting Recap – April 2026

On Monday, April 13, our AFA Local Hotel Committee Chairpersons met virtually to receive an update about current layover hotels and transportation providers and discuss concerns with management. Representing you at the meeting were Dori Marron (ANC), Jarod McNeill (SEA pmAS), Kelly Hepworth (PDX), Barry Spitzer (SFO), Brian Sherill (LAX pmAS), and Kanani Vallot (SAN), […]

Single PSS Is Coming: What It Means For You

Tonight, the Alaska and Hawaiian merger will reach another major milestone—the integration of both airlines into a single passenger service computer system (PSS). While this change will affect Flight Attendants less than other groups—like Customer Service Agents and airport staff—there are still important updates you should know. Block2Block App and Onboard Service Pre-merger Hawaiian Flight […]

Navigating Acute & Delayed Stress As A Flight Attendant

Stress is an inherent aspect of the Flight Attendant profession, often stemming from the demanding nature of responsibilities and the unpredictable nature of air travel. It’s essential for Flight Attendants not only to understand the different types of stress they may encounter but also to recognize the warning signs of acute and delayed stress for […]

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