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

LAX Update – March 2026

Aloha LAX,

March has been a very busy month for your Officers and Chairs so we would like to take a moment to recap some the events that have been happening.

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Board of Directors Meeting – Portland, OR

March 9-12 the Board of Directors meeting was held in Portland, OR. Local Presidents and MEC Officers from every airline represented by AFA gather to discuss, debate and vote on changes to the AFA-CWA Constitutions and Bylaws. A few momentous and significant things happened at this years Board.

Dues Increase

Starting in June, AFA members will see an increase in dues. When AFA merged with CWA, part of that agreement required AFA to maintain membership dues at no less than the CWA average. Due to outdated systems, CWA was unable to provide an accurate dues average for many years. With updated technology now in place, CWA has confirmed the current average at $65.36.

Each airline’s MEC will have the ability to request a member rebate over the next three years to help phase in the full amount. Additional details will be shared by the MEC.

To be clear, the Board did not vote to raise dues. This adjustment is required to comply with the merger agreement between AFA and CWA.

If you have any questions or would like further clarification, please reach out to your officers.

Agenda Item #8 – Timeline of Merging of the MECs During an Airline Merge

Council 47 LEC President Josh Aoki authored an agenda item to extend the timeline for merging MECs during an airline merger. Under the existing policy, MECs are required to merge within 90 days of financial close, which often occurs rapidly.

At the Board of Directors meeting, Josh spoke in support of the agenda item explaining the challenges we at Hawaiian and Alaska have and continue to go through with the quick merging of the MECs and was met with a standing ovation. The agenda item was subsequently amended and unanimously approved, extending the MEC merger timeline to 12 months.

Edith Lauterbach Award – Beth Hayes

Beth Ann Hayes was awarded the Edith Lauterbach Award at this years Board of Directors Meeting. She was nominated by Josh for the following reasons. For many, she is the first call when help is needed, a reflection of her consistency, reliability, and unmatched follow-through. Beth ensures no member concern goes unanswered and no issue is left unresolved. What truly sets Beth apart is that she does this work without ever seeking recognition. She leads with humility and a genuine commitment to our union, our members, and the principles of solidarity and representation. Her impact on Council 47 is lasting, and this nomination is a reflection of the standard she has set for all of us. Scott Henton, former Hawaiian MEC VP, was also awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award recognizing the decades of service to AFA and the Hawaiian Flight Attendants.

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California Labor Federation Legislative Conference

Council 47 LEC President Josh Aoki and MEC/LEC Government Affairs Chair Bruni Agosto-Pinal attended the California Labor Federation Conference in Sacramento from March 16–18.

During the conference, delegates voted on endorsements for the upcoming midterm elections. Candidates are considered for endorsement regardless of party affiliation, with a primary focus on their voting records related to labor issues and the protection of workers’ rights. An official endorsement list will be shared for your consideration as you prepare to vote.

Following endorsement day, labor leaders engaged in discussions on several critical issues impacting unions and workers, including the rise of AI in the workplace and concerns over ICE targeting union members.

In addition to participating in the conference, Bruni visited the California State Capitol to meet directly with state legislators and their staff. During these meetings, she advocated on behalf of Flight Attendants and organized labor, emphasizing the importance of protecting worker rights, strengthening labor standards, and addressing emerging challenges facing our workforce.

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Pass Travel Open Enrollment

Pass Travel Open Enrollment – NOW ACTIVE

Pass Travel Open Enrollment is now underway and will close on March 24

During this enrollment period you may

• Change your existing travel companion (primary traveler)
• Remove parents and replace them with secondary travelers
• Verify student status for children ages 18-25

If you would like to add a new eligible traveler—such as a spouse, domestic partner, biological child, guardian/foster child, domestic partner’s child, parent, or stepparent—you will need to contact the People Resource Line (PRL) at 844-899-3617 or email Employee Travel at Employee.Travel@alaskaair.com for instructions

Your leadership advocated for in-person support in LAX to ensure our Flight Attendants have the same access to resources as HNL. Unfortunately, the company has advised that they are unable to offer in-person sessions in LAX due to limited resources, though they have indicated they are still exploring possibilities. If that changes, we will update you immediately. Alaska Inflight Supervisors have begun attending Hawaiian briefings and are available to assist with Alaska pass travel-related questions during this transition.

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Mahalo

We just want to thank you all for your continued solidarity. The LAX Pulse Form has been an effective tool to hear what you all are thinking and feeling. We are always here for you so please do not hesitate to reach out to us.

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

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

LAX Meeting – SEA Base and LAX Base Update

SEA Base Update Meeting

As some of you prepare for your transition to Seattle on April 1, we want to ensure you have the opportunity to get clear, accurate information and have your questions answered.

On Monday, March 23, Council 47 (LAX) will be hosting a virtual SEA Domicile Meeting for LAX Flight Attendants transferring to SEA. We apologize for the short notice, but we wanted to make sure you have access to as many resources as possible.

This meeting will provide an opportunity to connect directly with members of the SEA Negotiating Committee and your Local Leadership. We understand this transition has come with a lot of uncertainty, and our goal is to provide clarity, address concerns, and ensure you feel supported every step of the way.

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LAX Base Update Meeting

Following the SEA-focused portion of the meeting, we will transition into a more LAX-focused discussion to provide updates specific to LAX and to field any additional questions or concerns.

Next week your leadership has an LAX Management Tie-in meeting so it would be a great time to hear from you so we can bring your concerns and questions to the LAX Management team.

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Time and Registration

The time of the meeting is yet to be determined but we are looking to meet in the late afternoon as some of our Seattle Domicile Negotiating Committee members will be in Joint Contract Negotiations.

Please click the button below to Register and we look forward to seeing you. 

Register Here

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

April Bid Period: New Pairing Layout & Navblue Tips

We know many of you have noticed the changes to how April pairings are displayed and that the new layout has caused some frustration. These changes are the result of the company transitioning to the same vendor used by Alaska Airlines. During the transition, efforts were made to keep the pairing information as familiar and readable as possible, but the presentation is different from what we have previously used.

Below are a few tips that may help when reviewing pairings in Navblue.

Viewing Pairings in NavBlue

You can view the full list of pairings for your base directly in Navblue:

1. Log in and select Pairings from the left-side menu. This will display the full list of pairings for your base.
2. Use the Bid Preference Editor on the right side of the screen to filter results. For example, you can filter by Aircraft Type (AC Type) such as the A330.
3. If you want to remove filters, select Reset at the top of the Bid Preference Editor.

What’s Different This Bid Period

• Turns: Pairings that are turn-only trips are now grouped at the beginning of the pairing list.
• LAX Base: Because several pairings contain higher credit values, some Flight Attendants may benefit from using “Over Schedule” in their bid strategy to increase the likelihood of holding a bid.

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We understand that adjusting to a new system can take some time. If additional tips or best practices become available, we will share them with you.

As always, if you have questions or notice anything unusual with the pairings, please let us know.

Mahalo,

AFA PBS Committee
Greg Wickstrom – greg.wickstrom@afahawaiian.org
Patrick Smith – patrick.smith@afahawaiian.org