This message is for pre-merger Hawaiian Flight Attendants

Officer Update – May 7, 2026

Aloha Los Angeles and Seattle Flight Attendants,

Here are a few updates and reminders we wanted to share with everyone. As always, please don’t hesitate to reach out to your Council 47 Officers with any questions, concerns, or feedback.

• AANHPI Heritage Month
• Council 47 Chairs and Volunteers
• Voter Registration & Information
• Segment Drops Into Open Time
• Language Testing
• HNL Officer Elections
• Jumpseating at International Destinations
• The Importance Email

Mahalo,

Josh Aoki — LEC President
Paul Ikioka — LEC Vice President
Beth Hayes — LEC Secretary
47@afahawaiian.org

LAX PULSE FORM
SEA PULSE FORM

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AANHPI Heritage Month

May is Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month. As Hawaiian Airlines Flight Attendants, this month holds special meaning for many of us, as the cultures and traditions of Asian, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities are deeply woven into the identity and spirit of our airline. From the aloha we share with our guests to the diverse backgrounds of our crews, these cultures continue to shape who we are both in the workplace and in our union ‘ohana. This month, we celebrate and recognize the many AANHPI Flight Attendants and communities that make our airline so special.

Did you know that AFA created the AANHPI pin with Hawaiian Airlines very much in mind? Many of the colors and design references were inspired by our brand, and you can even see traces of Pualani reflected in it. It’s something we should be proud to wear, not only as a union pin, but also as a symbol that reflects part of our airline’s culture and identity.

A limited number of pins will be available in both the LAX and SEA lounges. Please only take one per Flight Attendant, as these pins are purchased through the local council budget. As a reminder, uniform standards allow Flight Attendants to wear a union pin above their wings or nametag regardless of which branded uniform is being worn.

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Council 47 Chairs and Volunteers

Throughout this week, Council 47 Officers have been conducting interviews for local chair and committee vacancies. Selections will be made on May 10 and will be communicated to the membership shortly thereafter.

We are incredibly grateful to everyone who put their name forward and expressed a willingness to serve the members of Los Angeles and Seattle. The continued growth and success of our union depends on members stepping up to support one another, and we truly appreciate the interest, time, and commitment shown by all applicants.

Once these vacancies have been filled, Council 47 will publish a full list of Local Chairs and Committee Members so members know who is available to assist, support, and serve our LAX and SEA Flight Attendants.

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Voter Registration & Information

As a reminder, the voter registration deadline for the California Primary Election is May 18, with Primary Election Day taking place on June 2. Members are encouraged to verify their voter registration status and ensure their information is up to date ahead of the deadline.

Additionally, ballots for the Oregon primaries have already started being mailed out, so Oregon voters should expect to receive them soon if they have not already.

AFA has also recently launched a voting resource page with information regarding the upcoming November midterm elections, including AFA-endorsed candidates organized by state. Members can access the page at: afacwa.org/vote

Mahalo,

Bruni Agosto-Pinal

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Segment Drops Into Open Time

We would like to remind everyone that segment drops into Open Time are not permitted. While Flica is designed to catch these types of unpermitted drops, the process involves both automated and manual review. Because of this, there may be situations where a segment is successfully dropped into open time or becomes visible for pickup before Crew Scheduling identifies the issue.

Please be aware that even if the system initially allows the drop or pickup, Crew Scheduling may later take action to reverse the transaction once discovered. This can create unnecessary confusion and complications for all parties involved. To help avoid these situations, please do not drop segments into open time.

Additionally, if you see an individual segment sitting in open time, please do not pick it up, as it was placed there in error and will later be removed.

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HNL Officer Elections

Some members may be aware that a local election is currently being conducted in Honolulu for Council 43. Council 43 members will be electing their Local Executive Council Officers consisting of LEC President, LEC Vice President, and LEC Secretary.

Los Angeles and Seattle based Flight Attendants are represented by Council 47 and are therefore not part of this election process. Council 47 members are currently represented by Local Officers Joshua Aoki — LEC President, Paul Ikioka — LEC Vice President, and Beth Hayes — LEC Secretary. Council 47 officer elections took place last year and operate on a different election cycle than Council 43.

Voting for the Council 43 elections will close on May 19.

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Jumpseating at International Destinations

An issue was recently brought forward to the MEC regarding the new jumpseat procedures and international travel on Hawaiian metal. At some international stations, when a flight is full, boarding/standby passes are not issued at the check-in counters until a seat assignment is provided. This has created concerns under the new jumpseat process, as Flight Attendants are currently unable to receive their pass until 30 minutes prior to departure.

At certain international airports, this may not provide enough time to clear security screening and make it to the gate prior to departure. The company has been made aware of the concern and is currently working on a resolution.

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The Importance of Email

Please know that one of the best ways to communicate with management is through email. Email communication creates documentation of the conversation, leaves less room for misinterpretation, and provides a timestamped record that may become important in the event of a future grievance or dispute.

When emailing management, we encourage Flight Attendants to remain professional and clearly explain the issue or concern without letting emotion drive the communication. Keeping emails factual, organized, and concise often leads to more productive outcomes.

We also encourage members to copy multiple members of management when appropriate to help increase visibility and awareness of the issue. Additionally, please consider copying your union representatives (47@afahawaiian.org) so AFA is aware of the concern and can help monitor patterns, provide guidance, and hold the company accountable when necessary.

If you are unsure how to address a situation, who to address your issues with or how to draft a response, please reach out to one of your local officers for assistance before sending the communication.

This message is for pre-merger Hawaiian Flight Attendants

April 2026 Committee Report

Aloha Council 47 Members

Below is our monthly newsletter highlighting updates from your committees along with important reminders for the month. Mahalo to all of our committee members and chairs for the continued work you do on behalf of the membership.

📣Call for Local Volunteers📣

As a reminder, Council 47 is currently looking for chairs and committee members as we expand our representation across both LAX and SEA. Mahalo to those who have already submitted a Willingness to Serve.

Open Positions:

• Grievance Committee (SEA focus) 
• EAP Co-Chair (SEA focus)
• EAP Committee (SEA focus)
• Hotel Committee
• Reserve Chair
• General Engagement **Not sure where you fit? Select General Engagement and we’ll help connect you where support is most needed.

Interested members should submit a Willingness to Serve form. On the form you will have the opportunity to schedule an optional interview with the Council 47 Officers.

Term: Through December 31, 2028

Application Timeline:

• Now–May 1: Applications open
• May 4–8: Optional interviews
• May 10: Selections announced

Review position details before applying, and reach out to your Officers with any questions.

Mahalo,

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

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EAP Committee

EAP Chair: Milo.Penarubia@afahawaiian.org

Critical Incident Response Program

The EAP Committee would like to share that Milo Penarubia, EAP Local Chair, will be presenting a Crisis Prevention course as part of CIRP training on May 19. This training is an important step in strengthening our ability to support one another during critical incidents.

CIRP provides support after difficult or traumatic events on the job, such as medical emergencies, onboard incidents, or other situations that can have a lasting impact. Specially trained Flight Attendants serve as peer responders, offering a space to talk through the experience, process what happened, and connect you with additional resources if needed.

EAP Representation in LAX and SEA

As many of our Flight Attendants transition to the Seattle base, we want to remind you that EAP support remains available to you regardless of domicile. Our EAP Reps will continue to be a resource for all Flight Attendants, and we encourage you to reach out whenever support is needed. Please click this link to see your EAP’s contact information or email Milo directly.

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Grievance Committee

Grievance Chair: Melissa.Teshima@afahawaiian.org

Changing RSA Requests (Prior to Open Time Freeze)

• Section 8.J. describes Reserve Self-Assignment (RSA) Bidding for Next Day Departure
  • “Open trips will be frozen at 1330 LDT (local domicile time)…”
• If you make any changes and/or delete requests prior to 1330 LDT the day prior to a Reserve day, it is highly recommended to contact Crew Scheduling to confirm your updated request changes/deletions have been received on their end.

Assignment of Remaining Open Time

• Section 8.N. describes the Assignment of All Remaining Uncovered Non-LQ Groupings prior to creating the standby list and prior to publishing the Daily Flight Schedule.

Published Schedule

• Section 3.T. describes when a schedule is considered published:
  • “The schedule of a Reserve FA shall be considered published at the time the Daily Flight Schedule is printed… no later than 1600 HST of the day preceding the day in which the schedule is to be flown…”

Calling Out Sick Prior to a Reserve Day

• If calling out sick the day prior to a Reserve day of Availability, be sure to check your schedule and the Daily Flight Schedule after it has been published to confirm if you have been assigned a pairing or placed in a RAP/bucket.
• Depending on when you call out, this will determine how many sick leave hours are deducted from your bank.

Pay and Credit While on Sick Leave

• Section 19.E.2. describes Pay and Credit for Flight Attendants:
  • When a Reserve Flight Attendant is printed on the Daily Flight Schedule and is on sick leave, they shall be paid and credited for what they would have normally earned.
  • If not printed, they shall be paid and credited 4.25 hours per workday.
  • Sick leave will be charged accordingly.

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Inflight Service Committee

Service Chair: Gary.Manoi@afahawaiian.org

The Service Committee continues to participate in monthly service meetings with management, focusing on ongoing improvements to inflight procedures and service delivery, as well as addressing feedback we are hearing from the line.

Following April 22, both B2B and Status Recognition are now active. As these roll out, we encourage you to stay engaged and continue sharing your experiences, as your feedback helps guide ongoing discussions and improvements.

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Air Safety, Health and Security

Safety Chair: Kahea.Alvarez@afahawaiian.org

The Safety Committee would like to share a few important reminders and updates as we continue to focus on safety and consistency on the line.

We want to reinforce awareness around fume events and the importance of clear, detailed communication. If you encounter any unusual or unpleasant odors coming from the air supply system, notify the pilots and be prepared to provide the “4 S’s”: Source, Smell, Site, and Symptoms. This includes identifying where it’s coming from, the type and intensity of the smell, where it is located in the cabin, and whether anyone is experiencing symptoms or requires medical attention. If the flight deck does not escalate the report, be sure to inform the agent so SOC can be notified.

For the month of April, the company’s safety focus has been on the proper completion of preflight Emergency Equipment (EE) checks. While many of us are familiar with these procedures, we have seen a trend of relying on memory rather than referencing the FAM/IFM. We encourage you to take the time to reference your materials to ensure no revisions have been missed. All Flight Attendants must complete and initial their EE checks prior to boarding. If the aircraft is left unattended at any time, those checks must be repeated upon return, with completion documented accordingly. Any discrepancies should be reported so they can be addressed prior to departure.

In our ongoing discussions with management, we have also raised operational concerns and areas for improvement. The use of 2L as the primary boarding door is currently under review, as the existing procedure has created inefficiencies and led to inconsistent application onboard. Additionally, we have advocated for more comprehensive fume event and CRM training across departments, with a focus on better understanding sources, symptoms, health risks, and standardized procedures.

As always, your awareness and reporting play a critical role in maintaining a safe operation. Please continue to speak up and document any concerns you encounter on the line.

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Government Affairs

Government Affairs Chair: bruni.agosto-pinal@afahawaiian.org

Voting & Legislation Updates

As we head into election season, it’s important to stay informed and engaged on issues that directly impact our workgroup and our profession. Key primary dates are approaching quickly, so be sure you’re registered and prepared to vote.

• California Primary: June 2
  ​Registration Deadline: May 18
• Washington Primary: August 4
  ​Registration Deadline: July 27

The AFA-CWA Votes website is a great starting point for election resources, key issues, and what’s at stake for Flight Attendants this cycle. In addition, AFA and other transportation unions are continuing to advocate in Washington, including efforts to expand overtime tax deductions and support legislation like the ALERT Act, which focuses on aviation safety and fatigue.

If you’re looking to dig deeper, labor endorsements are available through the Communications Workers of America District 9 and the California Labor Federation, with updates from the Washington State Labor Council expected soon. You can also review the CWA Scorecard to see how elected officials have voted on key labor issues.

There are also opportunities to get involved. Phone banking and volunteer efforts are underway to support labor-friendly candidates, including Mary Peltola and Kaela Berg.

Recently, Flight Attendants, including our GA Chair, Bruni Agosto-Pinal, took action in Anchorage to oppose the SAVE Act, legislation that could have made it more difficult for many to register and vote. Advocacy like this continues to be a key part of protecting our rights.

• Rally Against the SAVE ACT
• Instagram Post – Rally Against the SAVE ACT

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Human Rights and Equity

Human Rights Chair: bruni.agosto-pinal@afahawaiian.org

May brings several important opportunities to recognize and celebrate the diversity of our communities while also raising awareness around key issues. Throughout the month, we recognize Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Haitian Heritage Month, Jewish American Heritage Month, Mental Health Awareness Month, and Mobility Awareness Month.

Key dates this month include:

• May 5 National Day of Awareness for Missing & Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls Day and Children’s Day (KR)
• May 10 Mother’s Day
• May 16 Veterans: Armed Forces Day
• May 17 International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia
• May 21 Global Accessibility Awareness Day
• May 27 Eid al-Adha

For additional resources, check out the “Hour of Power” podcast and the latest HRE newsletter from the Communications Workers of America and AFA-CWA.

Looking ahead, the CWA Human Rights Conference will take place August 16–19 in Atlanta. This is a great opportunity to engage more deeply in human rights work, though attendance would be at personal expense.