This message is for pre-merger Hawaiian Los Angeles Based Flight Attendants

Adapting to Change, Z-block (Crew Rest Seats), FFA Paperwork

Aloha LAX,

We wanted to take a moment to share a few updates and items of interest affecting our LAX members.

Please take a few moments to review the updates below. As always, if you have any questions, concerns, or feedback, do not hesitate to reach out. We appreciate your continued engagement and support.

Mahalo,

Josh, Paul and Beth
Council 47 Officers LAX/SEA
47@afahawaiian.org
LAX Pulse Form (anonymous)

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NGP in LAX

Reminder: Last Day to Meet with NGP is Tomorrow

Tomorrow is the final day to meet with National Group Protection (NGP) in the Malibu Room.

NGP is AFA’s endorsed provider of voluntary supplemental insurance programs, including accident, disability, critical illness, life insurance, and other financial protection benefits available to Flight Attendants and their families.

Jimmy Tchen will be available during both check-in periods tomorrow to answer questions, assist with enrollments, review existing coverage, update beneficiaries, and discuss available benefit options.

If you plan to stop by the lounge to meet with Jimmy, please arrive early and allow yourself enough time. Many Flight Attendants may be looking to meet with him, and we want to ensure everyone has an opportunity to have their questions answered.

Jimmy has graciously provided his personal phone number for members who have questions regarding NGP benefits, enrollment, or existing coverage. He can be reached at (626) 438-4366.

Please be mindful that this is Jimmy’s personal phone number and that he is located in the Pacific Time Zone. We recommend sending a text message rather than placing an unsolicited call and ask that you be respectful of the time of day when reaching out.

Mahalo to Jimmy for taking the time to support our members and provide information about these valuable benefit options.

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Adapting to Change

For the past several months, we have been talking about the constant change we are experiencing, not only as an airline, but also as a base. LAX has always been a small but resilient domicile, and it is the members of Council 47 who have made this base such a special place.

We cannot ignore the fact that the changes taking place can be unsettling. There are still many unknowns, and it is natural to wonder what the future of LAX will look like. What we do know, and what is certain, is that as negotiated in the SEA Domicile Sideletter, the LAX base will remain open and operational.

The unknowns are not whether LAX will continue to exist, but rather what our flying and staffing levels will look like moving forward. With the new SEA vacancies effective in August, (5) five LAX Flight Attendants have chosen to transfer bringing our total staffing numbers to (109) one hundred nine.

Your AFA representatives have been, and will continue to be, engaged with Crew Planning to determine what flying opportunities are possible based on our staffing levels. One of the factors affecting this process is the trip planning optimizer that Alaska uses to build our pairings. As discussed in previous communications, the optimizer evaluates flying across all bases and produces the most cost-effective operation for the airline as a whole, rather than focusing on any single base.

One area where AFA has been successful is advocating for the continuation of turn flying in LAX. Following the period where we saw pockets of days without any flying assigned to LAX, we worked closely with the company to ensure that some level of flying remains available each day. While this may not be what many of us are accustomed to, this more varied mix of flying has become our new normal.

LAX is not alone in experiencing these changes. HNL is navigating many of the same challenges. However, because of the size of our base, the impact is often felt much more significantly here. We continue to remind management that changes affecting a small base like LAX are felt tenfold by our members and require thoughtful consideration.

While we may not have all the answers today, please know that your Council 47 officers remain actively engaged in these discussions and continue to advocate on your behalf every step of the way. LAX has always demonstrated resilience through periods of change, and that strength comes from our members. We will continue to keep you informed, fight for opportunities for our base, and ensure that your voices are heard.

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Z-Block (Crew Rest Seats)

We have received reports that designated crew rest seats have been assigned to passengers on flights that were not fully booked. This is a contractual violation and has been addressed with management.

The Labor Relations Department met with Airport Operations and identified the source of the issue. The automated system is not currently recognizing the crew rest seat z-blocks, requiring a manual process to protect those seats. The company has advised that this manual process is an interim solution while a more permanent fix is pursued.

If you encounter a flight that is not fully booked and designated crew rest seats have been assigned to passengers, please politely advise the gate agents of our contractual right to those seats (Section 7.D.2.f). We also ask that you document the occurrence by submitting an Intelex report in addition to emailing your officers (47@afahawaiian.org) so we can continue tracking the issue and ensuring compliance.

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First Flight Attendant (FFA) Paperwork

It has come to our attention that the First Flight Attendant paperwork at LAX was not being consistently maintained and replenished. Once we became aware of the issue, we immediately brought it to the attention of the LAX management team.

Management has acknowledged the concern, apologized for the oversight, and committed to ensuring that the paperwork is properly maintained and restocked moving forward.

If you notice any issues with First Flight Attendant paperwork availability, please contact your Council 47 officers or reach out directly to the LAX management team so the issue can be addressed promptly.

This message is for pre-merger Hawaiian Seattle Based Flight Attendants

ER Domicile Rest, FCO Per Diem, Italian Language Position, Z-Block (Crew Rest)

Aloha Seattle,

We wanted to address a few issues that have recently come up. Please take a few moments to review the information below and reach out if you have any questions, concerns, or need additional clarification.

We understand this is a significant amount of information, but we encourage you to read through it carefully and share these updates with your flying partners. Keeping one another informed helps ensure we are all aware of our contractual rights, current issues, and available resources.

Mahalo for your continued engagement and support.

Mahalo,

Josh, Paul and Beth
Council 47 Officers LAX/SEA
47@afahawaiian.org

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ER Domicile Rest

AFA has received several questions regarding domicile rest requirements when a flight’s actual block time exceeds its scheduled flight time, particularly on London Heathrow (LHR) pairings.

Under our Contract Section 7.D.2.a.(1)-(2), domicile rest is determined by the scheduled flight time, not the actual flight time flown in operation. Scheduled flight time refers to the flight time published in the bid packet.

For example, LHR pairings are currently scheduled less than ten (10) hours of flight time. Therefore, upon returning to domicile, these pairings are subject to the contractual rest requirement applicable to flights scheduled under ten (10) hours, which is twenty-four (24) hours of domicile rest.

Even if actual operations result in the flight exceeding ten (10) hours, the domicile rest requirement does not change because the Contract bases the rest calculation on the scheduled flight time.

If a Flight Attendant elects to schedule themselves with back-to-back Extended Range (ER) pairings with less than one additional hour of rest above the contractual minimum, the Company may reduce the required domicile rest by up to 1.5 hours in actual operations.

• A Flight Attendant requiring 24 hours of domicile rest who schedules themselves between 24 and 25 hours of rest
• A Flight Attendant requiring 36 hours of domicile rest who schedules themselves between 36 and 37 hours of rest

If a Flight Attendant schedules themselves with at least one additional hour of domicile rest above the contractual minimum between back-to-back Extended Range (ER) pairings, and operational delays reduce their rest below the contractual minimum, the Flight Attendant must be removed from the second ER pairing and will receive pay and credit protection for the trip missed.

EXAMPLES:

• Example 1: A bid Flight Attendant schedules her/himself with back-to-back ER pairings with 24:45 rest between the pairings. The minimum rest requirement after the first pairing is 24 hours. The first trip’s return to SEA is delayed by one (1) hour, which reduces the rest between the two pairings to 23:45. Because the Flight Attendant originally scheduled her/himself below 25:00 rest between the ER pairings (the minimum ER rest of 24:00, plus one (1) hour), she or he will not be removed from the second ER pairing because her/his rest may be reduced to 22:30.
• Example 2: A bid Flight Attendant schedules her/himself with back-to-back ER pairings with 25:00 rest between the pairings. The minimum rest requirement after the first pairing is 24 hours. The first trip’s return to SEA is delayed by one hour and fifteen minutes (1:15), which reduces the rest between the two pairings to 23:45. Because the Flight Attendant originally scheduled her/himself with 25:00 rest between the two ER pairings (the minimum ER rest of 24:00, plus one (1) hour), she/he will be removed from the second ER pairing and pay protected because her/his rest was subsequently reduced below 24:00.

If you have any additional questions, please email our grievance committee at 47.grievance@afahawaiian.org 

In Solidarity,

Melissa Teshima (Chair), Josh Aoki, Paul Ikioka, Beth Hayes, Gary Mano’i & Patrick Smith
Council 47 Grievance Team
47.grievance@afahawaiian.org

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FCO Per Diem

It has come to our attention that Flight Attendants who operated FCO pairings may not have received the full per diem amount. Payroll has been notified, and your Council 47 Officers are working with the company to ensure an appropriate remedy is identified.

At this time, there is no need to individually contact Payroll, as this appears to be a system-wide issue affecting all Flight Attendants who operated these trips. Please stand by for an update, which we anticipate providing by the end of this week.

As a reminder, current per diem rates can be found on the IFS website (using your Hawaiian log-in) under the Crew Scheduling tab at the very bottom if using a mobile device, on the right side if using a desktop. Per diem rates are subject to change and may vary from month to month, so we encourage all Flight Attendants to regularly verify that they are being paid correctly for the trips they fly.

For foreign destinations, per diem is paid from block-in at the foreign destination until block-out from that destination [Section 4.A.3]. We recommend reviewing your pay records to ensure the appropriate amount was credited.

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Italian Speaker Sign-in Position

We have received inquiries regarding whether Italian Language (IT) Flight Attendants are required to occupy specific positions on the aircraft when signing in.

Unlike our Asia Language Flight Attendants, Italian Language Flight Attendants are not restricted to designated positions. Italian Language Flight Attendants may sign into any position their seniority allows them to hold, consistent with the normal sign-in process.

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Z-Block (Crew Rest Seats)

We have received reports that designated crew rest seats have been assigned to passengers on flights that were not fully booked. This is a contractual violation and has been addressed with management.

The Labor Relations Department met with Airport Operations and identified the source of the issue. The automated system is not currently recognizing the crew rest seat z-blocks, requiring a manual process to protect those seats. The company has advised that this manual process is an interim solution while a more permanent fix is pursued.

If you encounter a flight that is not fully booked and designated crew rest seats have been assigned to passengers, please politely advise the gate agents of our contractual right to those seats (Section 7.D.2.f). Our crew rest seats on a flight not fully booked should be last sold/last assigned. We also ask that you document the occurrence by submitting an Intelex report in addition to emailing your officers (47@afahawaiian.org) so we can continue tracking the issue and ensuring compliance.

This message is for pre-merger Hawaiian Seattle Based Flight Attendants

Inflight Service Local Chair – SEA Focus

Aloha Seattle Flight Attendants,

As our Seattle domicile continues to grow and evolve, your leadership has identified the need for an Inflight Service (IFS) Chair with a specific focus on SEA operations.

While our current Inflight Service Chair, Gary Mano’i, has supported all Council 47 members, we recognize the value of having a representative who is actively flying SEA-based routes, regularly interacting with Seattle crews, and able to provide direct feedback and advocacy regarding service-related concerns, challenges, and opportunities unique to the operation.

To help meet that need, we are opening a vacancy for:

Inflight Service Chair – SEA Focus (Local Council 47)

Inflight Service Chair Roles and Responsibilities

Due to the timely nature of this vacancy, we apologize for the short notice regarding the interview process. Interviews are optional and are not required to be considered for this position. Members who choose to interview will not receive preference over applicants who do not participate in an interview.

Interviews will be conducted June 17-19, 2026.

Members interested in serving should complete the following two steps:

1. Submit a Willingness to Serve Form by June 17th (required) 
2. Schedule an interview using this link (optional)

We encourage any member who is passionate about inflight service and wants to help shape the future of our operation to apply.

Thank you for your continued involvement and commitment to supporting the members of Council 47.

Mahalo,

Josh Aoki – LEC President
Paul Ikioka – LEC Vice President
Beth Hayes – LEC Secretary
Council 47 Officers LAX/SEA
47@afahawaiian.org

This message is for pre-merger Hawaiian Flight Attendants

May 2026 Committee Report

Aloha Council 47,

Below are some updates from our local committees. Please reach out to our committee chairs should you have any questions relavant to the work they do.

Mahalo and fly safe,

Josh, Paul and Beth
Council 47 Officers LAX/SEA
47@afahawaiian.org

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Safety Committee

Please see below for several updates from the ASHS Committee regarding ongoing safety discussions, operational concerns, upcoming events, and recent committee activity.

Chair’s Schedule

Throughout the month, your ASHS Chair participated in the following meetings and trainings:

• 5/04/26 – ASHS Chairs Meeting w/Seth
• 5/12/26 – LAX ASHSC Meeting w/Cari and Aron
• 5/18/26 – AQ Call w/Deb following meeting w/Judith
• 5/19/26 – CIRP Training
• 5/20/26 – ASHSC PDX Stakeholders Meeting
• 5/25/26 – All Committee Safety Meeting w/Seth

Upcoming Policy Changes

The Company continues discussions regarding passenger portable batteries, including:

• Use
• Amount
• Stowage requirements

Additional guidance is expected as policy updates are finalized.

Safety Stakeholders Meeting Updates

A330 Lavatory Flush Noise

Concerns were raised regarding lavatory flushing noise reportedly reaching approximately 90 decibels onboard the A330.


Topics discussed included:

• OSHA thresholds
• Custom hearing protection options
• Previous hearing protection programs offered by the Company

Follow-up discussions may include communications regarding reimbursement or program availability. Throughout the day, we strategized on member support, planned upcoming trainings, meetings, and conferences, and discussed ways to continue growing our representation. We are excited to have such a dedicated and knowledgeable group of committee chairs and committee members and look forward to continuing to build and expand our team.

Premium Class Alcohol Passed to Main Cabin

Discussion continued regarding the difficulty of tracking alcohol consumption when premium passengers provide drinks to passengers seated in the main cabin.

Additional discussion included:

• B2B updates currently in development
• Exit row premium seating changes effective June 1

PPE During Fume Events

Clarification was requested regarding the use of carbon-layered N100 masks during fume events.

Management indicated there should be no anticipated issue with PPE use during exposure events. Additional clarification was requested regarding what qualifies as a “qualifying exposure.”

Additional discussion included:

• N95 availability
• Current PPE inventory contained within Virus Kits

Thanks to quick responses from Flight Attendants, photos were submitted to management confirming incorrect mask types were supplied in some Virus Kits.

FAA Compliance Action Letters

There are currently two active FAA compliance action letters.

The largest compliance concerns continue to include:

1. Galley secure violations
2. Blocking passenger seats for crew use
3. Bags and tray tables being used to discourage passenger seating

Safety Reminder

Trash bags left unattended on doors, jump seats, latches, or carts present a fire hazard and remain a safety concern. Trash bags should be placed in approved trash carts equipped with secure fire-approved flaps or similar approved containment. For partially filled trash or recycle bags, crews are encouraged to tie the bags, store them appropriately, and reuse them when needed.

LAX Specific Updates

CRS “Approved for Cabin” Red Tags

The ASHS Committee raised concerns regarding inconsistent use of CRS “Approved for Cabin” red tags.

LAX management acknowledged the concern and advised it has been forwarded to the appropriate departments for review.

Event: Cabin Air Quality Documentary Screening

“This Is Your Captain Speaking” will begin screening May 29 at the Laemmle Theater in Santa Monica.

In this documentary, former airline Captain Tristan Loraine explores what the aviation industry knows regarding cabin air quality and oil fume exposure onboard aircraft.

Members are encouraged to attend, learn more about cabin air quality concerns, and support documentary filmmaking created by and for crewmembers.

Screening Information

Monica Film Center
1332 2nd Street
Santa Monica, CA 90401

Additional showtimes have been added and the film will run for one week beginning May 29.

Tickets available at:
https://www.laemmle.com/film/your-captain-speaking

Additional theater information:
https://www.laemmle.com/theater/monica-film-center

Tracking Your ASHS Committee Chair

Last month, I took much needed time off and spent 15 days in Japan. I realized I hadn’t taken an out-of-country “proper” vacation in over 8 years. Why is this relevant? All the areas our ASHS committee covers– safety, health and security – were actively triggered on my trip. Planning, awareness, checking in with myself (mentally, physically, etc.), and taking precautionary measures when needed. It was a great reminder that we all bring to work with us our life experiences– good, bad, ugly and beautiful– and traveling on our own is one of the many ways we obtain useful knowledge in our field. So, here’s your excuse to take a vacation and reset. Your union said so.

In all seriousness, I just want to offer a moment to acknowledge the years and time we’ve put into executing our jobs in a safe and secure manner…“““` the health part, well I’m working on that.

Kahea Alvarez
Council 47 ASHS Chair
kahea.alvarez@afahawaiian.org

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Human Rights & Equity Committee

🏳️‍🌈 Join AFA at Pride Parades Across the System 🏳️‍🌈

AFA will once again be participating in Pride celebrations across multiple cities this year. We invite all members, friends, and family to come out and walk with us in support of the LGBTQ+ community and solidarity within our union.

A running list of confirmed AFA Pride events and participation details can be found here:

AFA Pride 2026

As of now, the following AS/HA Councils have confirmed participation:

• ANC
  ​Saturday, June 27 at 11:30am
  ​Meeting Location: Delaney Park Strip • W 9th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99501
• PDX
  ​Sunday, June 14 at 11:00am
  ​Sign-up information and additional details to be announced
• SEA
  ​Sunday, June 28 at 11:00am
  ​Meeting Location: 4th Ave & Pine St
  ​Sign-up information and additional details to be announced

We encourage members interested in participating to continue checking the event page above for updates, sign-up information, and additional Pride events as they are confirmed.

Bruni Agosto-Pinal
Council 47 Human Rights & Equity Chair
bruni.agosto-pinal@afahawaiian.org

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Inflight Service Committee Update

🍲 HOST (Hawaiian Onboard Service Transition) Service Roadshows in LAX 🍲

The Company will be hosting HOST (Hawaiian Onboard Service Transition) Service Roadshows in LAX from June 23-25 and June 29-July 1. SEA dates will be communicated soon. These sessions are intended to provide Flight Attendants with an opportunity to learn more about onboard service changes, ask questions, and engage directly with members of the service team. HOST is specific to Hawaiian branded flights on the A330 and A321-neo.

The new Hawaiian onboard service is currently scheduled to launch on July 1, 2026. We encourage Flight Attendants who are interested and available to stop by during the roadshow dates to gather information, provide feedback, and better familiarize themselves with the ongoing service transition process ahead of the rollout.

A CBT (computer based training) will be sent to all Flight Attendants soon.

Gary Mano’i
Council 47 Inflight Service Chair
gary.manoi@afahawaiian.org

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Government Affairs Committee

Upcoming Primary Elections and Voter Registration Reminders

Primary election season is continuing across the country and we encourage all members to stay informed, verify their voter registration status, and make a plan to vote.

Upcoming Primary Election Dates:

• June 9 – ​Maine, Nevada, North Dakota, South Carolina
• June 16 – ​Oklahoma, Virginia
• June 23 – ​Maryland, New York, Utah
• June 30 – ​Colorado
• August 4 – ​Washington, Arizona, Michigan, Missouri, Kansas
• August 11 – ​Minnesota, Wisconsin, Vermont, Connecticut
• August 18 – ​Alaska, Florida, Wyoming

Important Washington Voter Registration Dates:

• Primary Election Date: August 4, 2026
• Online and Mail Registration Deadline: July 27, 2026
• In-Person Registration or Updates Available Through Election Day: August 4, 2026

While same-day registration is available in Washington, we strongly encourage members not to wait until the last minute.

Washington State members should also be aware that the Washington State Labor Council delegates recently voted on endorsements for the 2026 Washington Primary Elections. The endorsement list can be viewed here:
Washington State Labor Council Election Endorsements

We also remind members that AFA endorsements are made based on candidates’ records supporting workers and labor issues, regardless of political party affiliation.

Bruni Agosto-Pinal
Council 47 Government Affairs Chair
bruni.agosto-pinal@afahawaiian.org

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EAP Committee

As we continue supporting both the LAX and SEA bases through this transition period, the EAP Committee is happy to report that overall case volume has remained relatively low. While that is encouraging, we want to remind Flight Attendants that your EAP team is always available should you need support, resources, or simply someone to talk to.

We encourage our SEA-based Flight Attendants in particular to continue reaching out with any questions, concerns, or requests for assistance. Even if you are unsure whether EAP is the right resource, we are here to help guide you in the right direction.

Please do not hesitate to contact Milo Penarubia, Tracy Thompson, Bev Rezzara-Mendoza or Kahea Ching for support. Newly elected EAP Representatives — Lea Hutchinson, Malia Kaleopa’a and Alamoni Coppney will be attending EAP Certification soon. We will provide their contact information once their training is complete.

We would also like to remind members that Professional Standards is an excellent resource for resolving interpersonal conflicts or workplace concerns without involving management. Often, early communication and peer-to-peer conflict resolution can help address issues before they escalate further.

Milo Penarubia
Council 47 EAP Chair
milo.penarubia@afahawaiian.org

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Grievance Committee

Crew Scheduling Meetings

Last month, AFA Hawaiian has officially begun joint meetings with Crew Scheduling, all Local Council Grievance Chairs, and the MEC Grievance Chair as part of our continued efforts to improve communication, consistency, and issue resolution across our operation.

As AFA Hawaiian representation has expanded across three domiciles, it is increasingly important that our Grievance Representatives remain aligned in how Scheduling Clarifications (SCRs), contractual concerns, and administrative matters are addressed. These meetings are intended to create a more structured and collaborative process between the Union and Crew Scheduling while ensuring consistency in communication and follow through across all bases.

Topics discussed include ongoing SCR trends, procedural clarifications, recurring scheduling concerns, and ways to improve coordination and response times for members seeking assistance.

Our goal is to strengthen communication, identify systemic issues more effectively, and ensure Flight Attendants across all domiciles receive consistent support and representation.

Melissa Teshima
Council 47 Grievance Chair
melissa.teshima@afahawaiian.org

This message is for pre-merger Hawaiian Los Angeles Based Flight Attendants

🗳️California Voting Underway🗳️

Aloha LAX,

This is a friendly reminder that the California Primary Election is underway and mail-in ballots have already been sent out. Please take a moment to verify your voter registration status and make a plan to vote.

Important California Election Date:

• June 2, 2026 – California Primary Election Day

AFA-CWA District 9 has endorsed Katie Porter for Governor in this election cycle. The California Labor Federation has also endorsed candidates for other state, city and county positions, and we encourage you to review our full list of endorsements. All candidates endorsed by CWA District 9 and the California Labor Federation participated in rigorous interviews to earn our support. As always, endorsements are based on candidates’ demonstrated records of supporting workers, organized labor, collective bargaining rights, and issues impacting working people, without consideration of political party affiliation.

We encourage all members to stay informed, participate in the democratic process, and ensure your voice is heard this election season.

In Solidarity,

Council 47 Leadership
47@afahawaiian.org

Katie Porter standing in solidarity with AFA Flight Attendants in 2023