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AFA News in Review – November 14, 2025

In This Edition

  • Sick Leave Survey Closing Soon
  • Sick Leave Survey Deadline Extended
  • MEC Officer Election Results
  • Shared on Social
  • Next Week’s Events

Sick Leave Survey Closing Soon

Originally posted November 10, 2025

There’s just 1 DAY LEFT to complete the Sick Leave Survey that will help shape future provisions. Our Joint Negotiating Committee is eager to hear your thoughts on which elements of our paid sick leave policy are most meaningful to you, as we strive to improve our support for your needs. The survey is currently open and will remain available until Tuesday, November 11 at Noon PT.

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Sick Leave Survey Deadline Extended

Originally posted November 11, 2025

Our JNC has received reports that some Flight Attendants may not have received the Sick Leave Survey email due to technical issues. Please check your spam or junk folder. The survey deadline is now extended to Friday, November 21 at Noon PT so everyone can participate.

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MEC Officer Election Results

Originally posted November 11, 2025

This week, our Master Executive Council elected new officers who will represent Alaska and Hawaiian Airlines Flight Attendants from January 1, 2026, through December 31, 2028. Read on for election results for our new MEC President, Vice President, and Secretary-Treasurer.

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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 November 8, 2025

Originally posted November 14, 2025

Next Week’s Events

Tuesday, November 18 – Thursday, November 20Joint Contract Negotiations
Wednesday, November 19Monthly Communications Committee Meeting
Friday, November 21Council 39 (PDX) Local Council Meeting

See the MEC Event Calendar >

AFA News in Review – November 7, 2025

In This Edition

  • Celebrating Native American Heritage Month
  • Merged MEC Committee Interviews—December 2025
  • Pre-Merger Alaska MEC Committee Interviews—December 2025
  • Council 47 (LAX pmHA) LEC Officer Election Results
  • What You Need To Know About The FAA Capacity Cuts
  • Apps To Help You Save Money On Food
  • Council 30 (ANC) LEC Officer Election Results
  • Shared on Social
  • Next Week’s Events

Celebrating Native American Heritage Month

Originally posted November 1, 2025

Join us in celebrating Native American Heritage Month this November, a time to honor the rich history and contributions of Native Americans throughout the United States. Discover the remarkable heritage and achievements of Native Americans, and remember to wear your special commemorative Native American Heritage Month AFA pin all month long!

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Merged MEC Committee Interviews—December 2025

Originally posted November 5, 2025

Join us in celebrating Native American Heritage Month this November, a time to honor the rich history and contributions of Native Americans throughout the United States. Discover the remarkable heritage and achievements of Native Americans, and remember to wear your special commemorative Native American Heritage Month AFA pin all month long!

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Pre-Merger Alaska MEC Committee Interviews—December 2025

Originally posted November 5, 2025 | Pre-Merger Alaska

Our MEC will soon finish interviewing and electing MEC Committee Chairpersons and other MEC-level positions for the upcoming new MEC Officer term. In December, interviews will be conducted for pre-merger Alaska MEC positions on the Benefits, EAP/Professional Standards, and Retirement Committees. If you’re interested in stepping up, submit your expression of interest by November 24!

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Council 47 (LAX pmHA) LEC Officer Election Results

Originally posted November 5, 2025

Los Angeles-based Hawaiian Airlines Flight Attendants have elected their LEC Officers for the upcoming three-year term, with polls closing earlier this week. Meet the team set to start representing the Local Council on January 1.

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What You Need To Know About The FAA Capacity Cuts

Originally posted November 6, 2025

The FAA has announced a 10% reduction in flight capacity across 40 markets, which will begin this Friday and may lead to changes in your flying schedule. Now is the time to review your contractual rights and familiarize yourself with the relevant sections to be prepared for any potential impacts.

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Apps To Help You Save Money On Food

Originally posted November 6, 2025

Are you finding it harder to access affordable meals on the road or at home? Our AFA Employee Assistance Program (EAP)/Professional Standards Committee has compiled a list of useful apps to help every Flight Attendant save money on food and ensure they have what they need to thrive.

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Council 30 (ANC) LEC Officer Election Results

Originally posted November 7, 2025

Anchorage-based Alaska Airlines Flight Attendants have elected their LEC Officers for the upcoming three-year term, with polls closing earlier this week. Meet the team set to start representing the Local Council on January 1.

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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 November 3, 2025

Next Week’s Events

Monday, November 10Monthly Hotel Committee Meeting
Tuesday, November 11 – Wednesday, November 12Regular MEC Meeting
Tuesday, November 11MEC Officer Interviews and Elections
Wednesday, November 12Quarterly Uniform Committee Meeting (pmAS)

See the MEC Event Calendar >

MEC Officer Elections

Our MEC will hold interviews and conduct elections for the offices of MEC President, Vice President, and Secretary-Treasurer on Tuesday, November 11. Your LEC President, who represents you on the MEC, will vote on your behalf for these positions. Learn more about the candidates who have expressed interest in these positions so you can share your feedback with your LEC President before they cast their vote.

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AFA News in Review – October 31, 2025

In This Edition

  • Joint Contract Negotiations Session 8 – October 2025
  • SEA Domicile Negotiations Update 2 – October 2025
  • Sick Leave Survey Now Open
  • Scheduling Committee Meeting Recap – October 2025
  • Next Week’s Events

Joint Contract Negotiations Session 8 – October 2025

Originally posted October 27, 2025

During our recent negotiations, the Joint Negotiation Committee focused on key sections, particularly reaching a Tentative Agreement on Lodging and Transportation, which improves food availability and transportation safety. We also engaged with Council 19 to clarify negotiation processes and differences between contracts. Stay tuned for our upcoming session with management from November 18 to 20.

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SEA Domicile Negotiations Update 2 – October 2025

Originally posted October 27, 2025 | Pre-Merger Hawaiian

In the recent negotiations held in Seattle, significant strides were made toward addressing critical concerns regarding the Hawaiian Seattle Domicile. The discussions proved fruitful as the Negotiating Committee engaged in early morning meetings with management, utilizing the presence of all Negotiating Members to push for resolutions on outstanding staffing and inflight service issues. Both parties acknowledged the time-sensitive nature of these talks, emphasizing the need to provide Flight Attendants with concrete information and adequate time to evaluate their options, ensuring they can make well-informed decisions regarding the new Seattle Domicile.

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Sick Leave Survey Now Open

Originally posted October 28, 2025

Our Joint Negotiating Committee (JNC) prioritizes your health and well-being and seeks to understand which aspects of our paid sick leave policy matter most to you. We encourage you to participate in the survey, which is open until Tuesday, November 11 at Noon PT, to ensure your voice is heard in shaping our support for your healthcare needs.

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Scheduling Committee Meeting Recap – October 2025

Originally posted October 30, 2025 | Pre-Merger Alaska

Stay informed with the latest from our AFA Scheduling Committee! Our October meeting recap covers key discussions, local updates, and ongoing initiatives to improve your work environment. Read the full report to learn more about Crew Access issues, work to resolve pay disputes, and upcoming scheduling system changes.

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Next Week’s Events

Wednesday, November 5Council 47 (LAX-pmHA) LEC Officer Election Polls Close @ 12 PM PT
Wednesday, November 5SEA Base Safety Meeting
Friday, November 7Council 30 (ANC) LEC Officer Election Polls Close @ 12 PM PT

See the MEC Event Calendar >

MEC Officer Elections

Our MEC will hold interviews and conduct elections for the offices of MEC President, Vice President, and Secretary-Treasurer on Tuesday, November 11. Your LEC President, who represents you on the MEC, will vote on your behalf for these positions. Learn more about the candidates who have expressed interest in these positions so you can share your feedback with your LEC President before they cast their vote.

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AFA News in Review – October 24, 2025

In This Edition

  • Hotel Committee Meeting Recap – October 2025
  • Meet Our Merged MEC Committee Chairpersons & Representatives
  • Meet Our Pre-Merger Alaska Committee Chairperson & Representatives
  • Next Week’s Events

Hotel Committee Meeting Recap – October 2025

Originally posted October 20, 2025

Our Hotel Committee recently met to discuss current layover hotels and transportation, addressing concerns with management and reviewing topics such as relationship management with hotel vendors, the evolving use of ride-share transportation, and TBDs in bid packets due to over-capped rooms. Don’t forget to report feedback (both positive and negative) via CrewCare about your layover hotel or ground transportation experiences!

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Meet Our Merged MEC Committee Chairpersons & Representatives

Originally posted October 22, 2025

Get to know our merged MEC Air Safety, Health, & Security Committee (ASHSC) Chairpersons and Representatives, who are stepping into their roles on November 1. These dedicated representatives will work together to coordinate the activities of the newly merged ASHSC, ensuring the voices of both Alaska and Hawaiian Flight Attendants are heard as we move forward toward a single operating certificate (SOC).

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Meet Our Pre-Merger Alaska Committee Chairperson & Representatives

Originally posted October 23, 2025 | Pre-Merger Alaska

Get to know our first group of pre-merger Alaska MEC Committee Chairpersons and Representatives who will begin transitioning into their roles ahead of the official term start date of January 1, 2026. These members of the Grievance and Uniform Committees are committed to supporting their fellow Flight Attendants and addressing the unique challenges faced by our group.

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Next Week’s Events

Tuesday, October 28Monthly Scheduling Committee Meeting (pmAS)

See the MEC Event Calendar >

MEC Officer Elections

Our MEC will hold interviews and conduct elections for the offices of MEC President, Vice President, and Secretary-Treasurer on Tuesday, November 11. Your LEC President, who represents you on the MEC, will vote on your behalf for these positions. Learn more about the candidates who have expressed interest in these positions so you can share your feedback with your LEC President before they cast their vote.

Learn More >

AFA News in Review – October 17, 2025

In This Edition

  • Hawaiian Brand Inflight Service Committee Update – 3rd Quarter 2025
  • U.S. Customs & Border Protection Gender Code Requirement
  • Merged MEC Committee Chairperson Election Results
  • Pre-Merger Alaska MEC Committee Election Results
  • ICYMI: Stand Up for Our Rights October 18
  • Next Week’s Events

Hawaiian Brand Inflight Service Committee Update – 3rd Quarter 2025

Originally posted October 15, 2025

Stay informed with the latest Hawaiian Brand Inflight Service Committee updates, including changes to the Boeing 787-9 SEA-ICN and SEA-NRT service and the transition of Extra Comfort to “Premium Class.” Read on for details about catering, pre-recorded announcements, and important safety reminders as we head into the winter season.

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U.S. Customs & Border Protection Gender Code Requirement

Originally posted October 15, 2025

Recently, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) announced changes to the rules surrounding how airlines report information about passengers and crew before flights using a system called Advance Passenger Information System (APIS). Going forward, APIS will only accept “M” for male or “F” for female in the gender field, and airlines will need to choose one of these options even if a traveler’s document shows a different gender indicator or none at all.

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Merged MEC Committee Chairperson Election Results

Originally posted October 17, 2025

This week, our MEC announced the newly elected MEC Committee Chairpersons and Representatives who will lead the way for our next group of merged MEC committees. Learn about the Air Safety, Health, & Security Committee (ASHSC) Chairpersons and Representatives who are set to begin their roles on November 1.

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Pre-Merger Alaska MEC Committee Election Results

Originally posted October 17, 2025 | Pre-Merger Alaska

We’re excited to announce the results of the elections for the next group of pre-merger Alaska MEC Committee positions for the upcoming MEC Officer term. Congratulations to the newly elected Flight Attendants who will serve as part our Air Safety, Health, & Security Committee (ASHSC), Reserve Committee, and Scheduling Committee starting January 1, 2026.

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ICYMI: Stand Up for Our Rights October 18

When our rights are under attack, what do we do? Stand up, fight back!

In our workplaces, across the country, and around the world, our rights are under attack. Due process is being denied. Freedom of expression is under attack. And Flight Attendants at non-union carriers are being fired for protected speech expressed in off hours and outside connection to the workplace.

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Next Week’s Events

Tuesday, October 21 – Thursday, October 23Joint Contract Negotiations
Wednesday, October 22Monthly Communications Committee Meeting
Thursday, October 23SAN Base Safety Meeting

See the MEC Event Calendar >

Human Rights & Equity Committee Meeting Recap – 1st Quarter 2026

On Wednesday, March 25, our AFA Human Rights & Equity Committee Chairpersons met to discuss their ongoing activism to raise awareness and create positive change within our workplace and community. Your representatives attending the meeting included Louise Borras (LAX-pmAS), Bruni Agosto-Pinal (LAX-pmHA), Aaron Miller (PDX), Nyachan Chuar (ANC), and Yan Yan Teague (SEA). MEC Human […]

Pre-Merger Hawaiian Inflight Service Committee Update – March 2026

Editor’s Note: Our MEC Inflight Service Committee now represents both pre-merger airlines, but management still makes service decisions that affect each group of Flight Attendants differently. This update covers changes for both Hawaiian- and Alaska-branded flying, but is specific to aircraft flown by pre-merger Hawaiian Airlines crews. As the work of the merger progresses, we […]

Joint Contract Negotiations Session 13 – March 2026

Our JNC met this week for three days of collective bargaining with management. The JNC focused on clarifying questions about moving expenses and presented a proposal for Sick Leave, using feedback from Flight Attendants to guide improvements. The Committee is working to incorporate the strongest elements from both contracts to ensure better support for all members.

Scheduling Committee Meeting Recap – March 2026

This message is for pre-merger Alaska Flight Attendants On Tuesday, March 24, our pre-merger Alaska AFA 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), Melodie Anderes (PDX), […]

Air Safety, Health, & Security Committee Meeting Recap – March 2026

On Thursday, March 19, our AFA Local Air Safety, Health, & Security Committee (ASHSC) Chairpersons met to discuss their ongoing work to represent our Flight Attendants and push for improvements in our workplace. Representing you at the meeting were Bradley Young (SFO), Carin Merritt (LAX pmAS), David Lake (SEA pmAS), Deb Wallstrom (ANC), Eva Gatus […]

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