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8.15.23 – APFA MIA Base Brief – EFB iOS Update
EFB iOS Update Tuesday, August 15, 2023 All, Inflight has advised me that the deadline to install the FAA required IOS 16.6 update is Midnight on August 17th . At…
Read More8.13.23 – APFA Virtual Retirement Town Hall – Special Medicare Edition
APFA is hosting a Special Medicare Edition of our Virtual Retirement Town Hall. We will have a Medicare Advisor answering your questions about Medicare on Tuesday, September 19th, from 11:00 am until 1:00 pm (CT).
Read More8.12.23 – APFA PHX Base Brief – Flight Attendant Rally in the Valley
Flight Attendant Rally in the Valley Saturday, August 12, 2023 On August 30th, there will be informational pickets taking place nationwide. Because of the excessive heat in Phoenix, we decided…
Read More8.12.23 – #HawaiiStrong: Assistance for Those Affected by the Hawaii Fires
The recent fires on Hawaii’s Big Island and Maui have caused incredible devastation. Many residents have lost everything, and whole towns have been destroyed.
Read More8.12.23 – APFA DFW Base Brief- September 2023 Staffing and Allocations
September 2023 Staffing and Allocations Saturday, August 12, 2023 In this base brief: Strike authorization vote: Have you voted? Need help with password reset? I’m on probation. Am I allowed…
Read More8.11.23 – CQ: Final Targeted Training and Special Tracking
This hotline aims to help you understand the process if you are ever unsuccessful at CQ and remind you that APFA Safety and Security is here to support you throughout all aspects of your flight attendant duties, including your annual CQ training.
Read More8.11.23 – We Are Ready! Systemwide Picketing Event: Wednesday, August 30th
We Are Ready! Systemwide Picketing Event Wednesday, August 30th Friday, August 11, 2023 Save the date! On Wednesday, August 30th, APFA Flight Attendants and supporters from Sibling Unions and our…
Read More8.11.23 – 2023 LGA Base Vice President Election Reminder
2023 LGA Base Vice President Election Reminder Friday, August 11, 2023 LGA Flight Attendants, The 2023 LGA Base Vice President Election is currently being conducted online by secret ballot, and closes…
Read More8.10.23 – Your PBS Dashboard
The Dashboard is your starting point each month when bidding in PBS. Each Flight Attendant’s Dashboard is unique and contains information specific to you and your base for the bid month.
Read More8.10.23 – APFA BOS Base Brief – Strike Authorization Vote
Strike Authorization Vote Thursday, August 10, 2023 Contract negotiations continue to drag on. Now more than ever, we must send a strong message to the Company that our members are…
Read More8.10.23 – APFA CLT Base Brief – Strike Authorization Vote
Strike Authorization Vote Thursday, August 10, 2023 Contract negotiations continue to drag on. Now more than ever, we must send a strong message to the Company that our members are…
Read More8.10.23 – APFA DCA Base Brief – Strike Authorization Vote
Strike Authorization Vote Thursday, August 10, 2023 Contract negotiations continue to drag on. Now more than ever, we must send a strong message to the Company that our members are…
Read More8.10.23 – APFA LAX Base Brief – Strike Authorization Vote
Strike Authorization Vote Thursday, August 10, 2023 Contract negotiations continue to drag on. Now more than ever, we must send a strong message to the Company that our members are…
Read More8.10.23 – APFA DFW Base Brief – Strike Authorization Vote
Strike Authorization Vote Thursday, August 10, 2023 Contract negotiations continue to drag on. Now more than ever, we must send a strong message to the Company that our members are…
Read More8.10.23 – APFA LGA Base Brief – Strike Authorization Vote
Thursday, August 10, 2023 Strike Authorization Vote Contract negotiations continue to drag on. Now more than ever, we must send a strong message to the Company that our members are…
Read More8.10.23 – APFA MIA Base Brief – Strike Authorization Vote
Strike Authorization Vote Thursday, August 10, 2023 Contract negotiations continue to drag on. Now more than ever, we must send a strong message to the Company that our members are…
Read More8.10.23 – APFA ORD Base Brief – Strike Authorization Vote
Strike Authorization Vote Thursday, August 10, 2023 Contract negotiations continue to drag on. Now more than ever, we must send a strong message to the Company that our members are…
Read More8.10.23 – APFA PHL Base Brief – Strike Authorization Vote
Strike Authorization Vote Thursday, August 10, 2023 Hello PHL, Contract negotiations continue to drag on. Now more than ever, we must send a strong message to the Company that our…
Read More8.10.23 – APFA PHX Base Brief – Strike Authorization Vote
Strike Authorization Vote Thursday, August 10, 2023 Contract negotiations continue to drag on. Now more than ever, we must send a strong message to the Company that our members are…
Read More8.09.23 – #SolidaritySummer: Upcoming Labor Events
We appreciate the Labor support received on our picket lines over the last year, from Union Members to those in our communities who support our fight for contractual improvements. Read more for upcoming Labor events for Flight Attendants to offer support.
Read More8.08.23 – APFA PHX Base Brief – September 2023 Staffing and Allocations
September 2023 PHX Staffing and Allocations Tuesday, August 8, 2023 In Today’s Base Brief: Strike authorization vote: Have you voted? Need help with password reset? I’m on probation. Am I…
Read More8.08.23 – Strike Authorization Vote Open Through August 29th
Have you voted in the strike authorization vote? Password resets/ other strike vote-related questions
Read More8.07.23 – APFA DCA Base Brief – DCA Trip Construction Survey Results
DCA Trip Construction Survey Results Monday, August 7, 2023 DCA Flight Attendants, Last month we sent out an allocations survey to you, the DCA flight attendants, with 14 questions. It’s…
Read More8.06.23 – 9/11 Memorial & Museum National Aviation Week
On the morning of September 11, 2001, Flight Crew Members aboard Flights 11, 77, 175, and 93 responded courageously to the unfolding events of that tragic day. We remember these Flight Crew Members every day especially during National Aviation Day and Week.
Read More8.06.23 – APFA DCA Base Brief – September 2023 Staffing and Allocations
September 2023 DCA Staffing and Allocations Sunday, August 6, 2023 In Today’s Base Brief: Strike authorization vote: Have you voted? Need help with password reset? I’m on probation. Am I…
Read More8.06.23 – APFA CLT Base Brief – September 2023 Staffing and Allocations
September 2023 CLT Staffing and Allocations Sunday, August 6, 2023 Good day, In this base brief: Strike authorization vote: Have you voted? Need help with password reset? I’m on probation.…
Read More8.05.23 – Harvard University Flight Attendant Health Study Ends August 25th
The research group requests current and retired Flight Attendants to participate in this fourth survey to represent our profession accurately. Health Study Survey Closes on Friday, August 25, 2023. Click Here to Take the Survey Now!
Read More8.05.23 – APFA BOS Base Brief: Strike Authorization Vote
Strike Authorization Vote Wednesday, August 9, 2023 Contract negotiations continue to drag on. Now more than ever, we must send a strong message to the Company that our members are…
Read More8.05.23 – A Message From Your APFA Base Presidents- August 5, 2023
Please join your local base leadership by sending a strong message that we demand an industry-leading contract recognizing our contributions to the success of American Airlines.
Read More8.04.23 – Strike Authorization Voting for Probationary Flight Attendants
All APFA Members in good standing, including probationary Flight Attendants, may participate in the strike authorization vote. Your vote is completely confidential.
Read More8.04.23 – APFA PHL Base Brief – September 2023 Staffing and Allocations
September 2023 PHL Staffing and Allocations Friday, August 4, 2023 Hello PHL, In this base brief: Strike Authorization Vote I am on probation. Am I allowed to cast a strike authorization…
Read More8.04.23 – 2023 LGA Base Vice President Election Reminder
2023 LGA Base Vice President Election Reminder Friday, August 4, 2023 LGA Flight Attendants, Balloting credentials for the 2023 LGA Base Vice President Election were mailed to the LGA membership…
Read More8.03.23 – APFA MIA Base Brief- September 2023 Staffing and Allocations
September 2023 MIA Staffing and Allocations Thursday, August 3, 2023 All, September flying will pull back around 7% system-wide. Miami will experience a 6% reduction. The next three months are 31-day…
Read More8.03.23 – APFA ORD Base Brief – September 2023 Staffing and Allocations
September 2023 ORD Staffing and Allocations Thursday, August 3, 2023 It’s already time to discuss September! If you haven’t already voted in the historic Strike Authorization Vote, you have until August 29th!…
Read More8.03.23 – Should I or Shouldn’t I Use CBD?
As a Flight Attendant, if you test positive for marijuana (THC), regardless of whether it is state approved medical or recreational marijuana and regardless of whether you knowingly smoked a joint or unknowingly ate a marijuana edible, you will be deemed a test violator.
Read More8.02.23 – Negotiations Update #29: Management’s Proposed Concessions In Section 10: Scheduling
American Airlines Management is proposing concessions in scheduling which would significantly undermine our working conditions. We have been very clear at the bargaining table that we will not agree to concessions. These proposals are unacceptable.
Read More8.01.23 – August 2023 Recognitions
As we enter a new month, August is making itself known, and we are feeling the solidarity of our Union siblings! This is an important month. August is a time to show our fighting spirit and we have so much to acknowledge.
Read More8.01.23 – EAP Peer Committee Representative Recruitment
The APFA Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is looking for Flight Attendants to join the volunteer APFA EAP Peer Committee to provide support and assistance to Flight Attendants at each crew base.
Read More8.01.23 – September 2023 Bidding Timelines
September 2023 bidding timelines including CQ, vacation, PBS, ETB, and more
Read More7.30.23 – APFA Call Center Hours Extended Until 9pm CT Tonight
If you need help with your password or have other voting-related questions or issues, APFA Representatives will be available in our call center this evening, via phone or text, until 9:00 pm CT, at 806-4STRIKE (806-478-7453).
Read More7.30.23 – APFA Website Password Resets
The opening of the strike authorization vote has increased requests for password resets to access the voting portal located within the APFA website. Beginning today, we have streamlined the procedure for password resets to offer you access to the website more quickly.
Read More7.30.23 – Payment Arrangement Deadline: 5:00 pm CT Today
In order to be eligible to vote in the SAV, a payment plan must be initiated and first payment received must be completed today by 5pm (CT).
Read More7.29.23 – Payment Arrangement Deadline Approaching
A Strike Authorization Vote (SAV) allows Flight Attendants to show their solidarity and readiness to use all legal means under the Railway Labor Act (RLA) to secure the contract that we have rightfully earned.
Read More7.29.23 – APFA MIA Base Brief – Strike Authorization Vote
Strike Authorization Vote Saturday, July 29, 2023 All, As negotiations continue to drag on, now more than ever, we need to send a strong message to the Company that our…
Read More7.29.23 – Strike Authorization Vote Now Open
Yesterday, the APFA website experienced issues with the server that hosts our website. The issue has been resolved, and you may cast your strike authorization vote through Tuesday, August 29th, at 11:59 pm CT.
Read More7.28.23 – APFA Website Experiencing High Traffic Volume
This morning, thousands of American Airlines Flight Attendants visited the APFA website to exercise their right to vote and to send a strong message to management that we are ready for an industry-leading contract.
Read More7.28.23 – APFA Website Host Server Issues
Earlier this morning, our website host reported a problem with the server, which has led to intermittent login issues for certain users attempting to cast a vote.
Read More7.27.23 – APFA MIA Base Brief – Honoring Robert Goulet
Honoring Robert Goulet Thursday, July 27, 2023 All, Below is a communication from Inflight yesterday announcing the passing of MIA-based Flight Attendant Robert Goulet. You are invited to support Robert’s…
Read More7.25.23 – Today’s APFA Virtual Retirement Seminar Will Begin Shortly
Beginning at 1pm (CT) today, your APFA Retirement Department will be hosting a virtual retirement seminar.
Read More7.24.23 – Voter Eligibility for the Strike Authorization Vote
A Strike Authorization Vote (SAV) allows Flight Attendants to show their solidarity and readiness to use all legal means under the Railway Labor Act (RLA) to secure the contract that we have rightfully earned. All members in good standing are eligible to vote in the SAV.
Read More7.24.23 – APFA Virtual Retirement Seminar Tomorrow, Tuesday, July 25
Please join us tomorrow, Tuesday, July 25th from 1300 – 1500 (CT) for our APFA Virtual Retirement Seminar.
Read More7.24.23 – French American Heritage Month
In honor of French American Heritage Month, we would like for you to join us in getting to know Flight Attendant Jean Dominique Voisin and the fight spirit being French granted him.
Read More7.23.23 – Negotiations Update #28: Illegal Self-Help Tactics
As negotiations intensify, we must be careful on social media about how we talk about negotiations and how to pressure the Company. Under the Railway Labor Act, we cannot engage in “self-help” until the National Mediation Board releases us following a thirty-day cooling-off period.
Read More7.22.23 – APFA ORD Base Brief – Strike Authorization Vote
Saturday, July 22, 2023 Strike Authorization Vote Chicago, have you HEARD? Your APFA Board of Directors unanimously authorized the APFA Negotiating Committee to conduct a strike authorization vote. Does this…
Read More7.21.23 – July 19th, 2023 Negotiations Town Hall Recording
Your APFA Negotiating Committee recently hosted a virtual Negotiations Town Hall to discuss the status of negotiations.
Read More7.21.23 – Negotiations Update #27
Your negotiations team met the week of July 11th -13th in DFW in our second week of mediated bargaining. As we previously reported, at our first mediated session, we made some headway. At this session, progress ground to a halt.
Read More7.19.23 – Today’s APFA Virtual Negotiations Town Hall Will Begin Shortly
Beginning at 1pm (CT) today, your APFA Negotiating Committee will be hosting a virtual Negotiations Town Hall. The Negotiating Committee will be discussing the status of negotiations.
Read More7.19.23 – Video Update: What is a Strike Authorization Vote?
This week, the APFA Board of Directors unanimously authorized your APFA Negotiating Committee to conduct a strike authorization vote. The strike authorization vote will open on July 28th and will close on August 29th
Read More7.19.23 – Balloting Credentials Mailed for 2023 LGA Base Vice President Election
Balloting Credentials Mailed for 2023 LGA Base Vice President Election Wednesday, July 19, 2023 LGA Flight Attendants, Balloting credentials for the 2023 LGA Base Vice President Election were mailed to…
Read More7.18.23 – Coverage Needed (CN) Dates – August 2023
Coverage Needed (CN) is a term applied to a day in a bid month that occurs when not enough Flight Attendants bid in PBS to fly on that day. PBS will allow as many Flight Attendants to be off on a particular day
Read More7.18.23 – August 2023 PBS Bid Award Summary & Mis-Award Process
Company PBS Bid Award Summary, APFA PBS Bid Award Summary by Base, PBS Award Files, PBS Mis-Award Process
Read More7.18.23 – APFA PHL Base Brief – PHL Office Phone
PHL Office Phone Tuesday, July 18, 2023 Hello PHL, We are in the process of changing our carrier for the local PHL office phone from Google to Grasshopper. The ability…
Read More7.18.23 – American Airlines Flight Attendant Union Board Of Directors Approves Strike Authorization Vote
EULESS, Texas (July 18, 2023) – Yesterday, the Board of Directors of the Association of Professional Flight Attendants, comprised of Union Leadership from all ten of American’s Flight Attendant bases, unanimously authorized the APFA Negotiating Committee to conduct a strike authorization vote of the 26,000+ Flight Attendants at American Airlines.
Read More7.18.23 – Reminder: APFA Virtual Negotiations Town Hall: Wednesday, July 19th
Your APFA Negotiating Committee is hosting a virtual Negotiations Town Hall tomorrow, Wednesday, July 19th, from 1 pm until 3 pm (CT). The Negotiating Committee will be discussing the status of negotiations.
Read More7.18.23 – An Important Video Message From Your National President: July 18, 2023
A Message From Your National President Tuesday, July 18, 2023 Yesterday the APFA Board of Directors, comprised of your Base Presidents, unanimously voted to conduct a strike authorization vote. It’s time…
Read More7.17.23 – Notification of Special BOD Teleconference: July 17, 2023
A Special Board of Directors Teleconference is scheduled for today, July 17, 2023, at 1530 (CT). The Tentative Agenda for this special teleconference is now available at APFA.org.
Read More7.17.23 – An Important Video Update From Your Negotiating Committee: July 17, 2023
After passing all sections of the Contract and entering federal mediation, your APFA Negotiating Committee recommends that your APFA Board of Directors approve a strike authorization vote (SAV) by the Membership.
Read More7.14.23 – Negotiations Update #26
In an important milestone in our push to win an industry-leading contract for Flight Attendants, we held our first bargaining sessions with federal mediators from the National Mediation Board during the last week of June.
Read More7.17.23 – (Special BOD Videoconference)
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Read More7.12.23 – APFA DFW Base Brief- August 2023 Staffing and Allocations
August 2023 Staffing and Allocations Information is Preliminary and Subject to Change Wednesday, July 12, 2023 Manning Information: Total Headcount: 7,058 Available Headcount: 6,575 Lineholders: 4,984 Reserves: 1,591 (24.2%) System…
Read More7.12.23 – APFA Virtual Negotiations Town Hall: Wednesday, July 19th
Your APFA Negotiating Committee is hosting a virtual Negotiations Town Hall on Wednesday, July 19th, from 1 pm until 3 pm (CT). The Negotiating Committee will be discussing the status of negotiations.
Read More7.11.23 – New Smoke/Odor/Fume (SOF) Event Report Form AND Call to Action!
New Smoke/Odor/Fume (SOF) Event Report Form and Call to Action! Tuesday, July 11, 2023 In this Hotline: – 2023 GCAQE Conference – New Smoke/Odor/Fume (SOF) Report Form – Click here…
Read More7.10.23 – Save the Date! Systemwide Picketing: August 30th
On Wednesday, August 30th, join picket lines across the system as we continue to show management, the traveling public, and the media that We Are Ready for a contract.
Read More7.09.23 – Take Action: Participate In The Harvard University Flight Attendant Health Study
Established in 1997 following a 1991 class action lawsuit brought by non-smoking Flight Attendants against the tobacco industry, the Flight Attendant Medical Research Institute (FAMRI) funds research to study, understand, and diagnose conditions related to Flight Attendant health.
Read More7.07.23 – Video Update: Securing the Contract We Have Earned
Timothy Legeros, Miami-based Negotiating Committee Member, talks about how to show support for a contract that reflects our value to American Airlines.
Read More7.06.23 – APFA PHL Base Brief – August 2023 Staffing and Allocations
August 2023 PHL Staffing and Allocations Thursday, July 6, 2023 Hello PHL, We hope you enjoyed your 4th of July weekend. On July 3, we had our monthly allocations and staffing call.…
Read More7.05.23 – APFA PHX Base Brief – August 2023 Staffing and Allocations
August 2023 PHX Staffing and Allocations Wednesday, July 5, 2023 As many of you know, we will once again see our most senior Flight Attendants here in PHX drafted for Reserve…
Read More7.05.23 – APFA BOS Base Brief: MESTL Update- July 5, 2023
MESTL Update Wednesday, July 5, 2023 Devyn and I were on a conference call with the Massachusetts Attorney General’s Office and other AA BOS Union leaders on Friday, June 30,…
Read More7.05.23 – APFA DCA Base Brief – August 2023 Staffing and Allocations
August 2023 DCA Staffing and Allocations Wednesday, July 5, 2023 When PBS processing begins, if additional Lineholders are needed, those with Reserve status will be changed to Lineholder status in the…
Read More7.05.23 – APFA CLT Base Brief – August 2023 Staffing and Allocations
August 2023 CLT Staffing and Allocations Wednesday, June 5, 2023 Good day, We had our monthly call with the company to discuss the trips for August and there was really…
Read More7.05.23 – Video Update: The Importance of Being Dues Current
APFA National Treasurer Erik Harris discusses the importance of becoming dues current and a new option to make a payment arrangement.
Read More7.04.23 – APFA ORD Base Brief – August 2023 Staffing and Allocations
August 2023 ORD Staffing and Allocations Tuesday, July 4, 2023 It’s already time for August Staffing and Allocations!! We hope everyone is having a good summer so far. This year we…
Read More7.04.23 – APFA MIA Base Brief- August 2023 Staffing and Allocations
August 2023 MIA Staffing and Allocations Tuesday, July 4, 2023 All, Our total headcount for August is 3,455. This is up about 400 heads from August of 2022. Lineholders represent…
Read More7.03.23 – Buyer Beware: Buying Medication Overseas
When buying medication overseas, it is important to exercise caution and consider the following points: verify, check, research, consult, carry necessary documentation
Read More7.01.23 – July 2023 Recognitions
Read about July recognitions including French American Heritage Month, National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, Independence Day, Asalha Puja, National Disability Independence Day, and more
Read More7.01.23 – August 2023 Bidding Timelines
August 2023 bidding timelines including CQ, vacation, PBS, ETB, and more
Read More6.30.23 – 2023 LGA Base Vice President Election
2023 LGA Base Vice President Election Friday, June 30, 2023 LGA Flight Attendants, Today, the APFA National Ballot Committee (NBC) retrieved the Willingness-To-Serves (WTS) for the position of LGA Base…
Read More6.30.23 – “What if American Airlines Actually Cared About Me?”
Jace was excited to become a Flight Attendant with American Airlines. Less than a year into his new job, however, he was diagnosed with testicular cancer. His doctors recommended surgery and chemotherapy to treat his condition.
Read More6.29.23 – mobileCCI Glitch – June 29, 2023
Inflight Technology informed APFA that Flight Attendants are currently experiencing issues signing in for trips using mobileCCI on their company-issued iPhone EFBs.
Read More6.29.23 – APFA BOS Base Brief: MESTL Update
MESTL Update – Joint Union Letter to Massachusetts Attorney General Thursday, June 29, 2023 It has been three weeks since the Massachusetts Earned Sick Time Law (MESTL) decision was handed…
Read More6.28.23 – Final Reminder: Notification of Willingness-to-Serve LGA Base Vice President
Final Reminder: Notification of Willingness-to-Serve LGA Base Vice President Wednesday, June 28, 2023 LGA Flight Attendants, This is a FINAL reminder that the National Ballot Committee (NBC) has posted the…
Read More6.27.23 – APFA ORD Base Brief – June 27, 2023
Tuesday, June 27, 2023 Happy June, Chicago! Here are some hot topics for Chicago. Thank you to everyone who is staying engaged and on top of negotiations. It is more…
Read More6.26.23 – Flight Attendant Health Study by Harvard University
Established in 1997 following a 1991 class action lawsuit brought by non-smoking Flight Attendants against the tobacco industry, the Flight Attendant Medical Research Institute (FAMRI) funds research to study, understand, and diagnose conditions related to Flight Attendant health.
Read More6.26.23 – Video Update: Why Do Negotiations Take So Long?
Why Do Negotiations Take So Long? Monday, June 26, 2023 Obtaining a contract under the Railway Labor Act (RLA) can take a while. Reese Cole, ORD-based Flight Attendant and Member…
Read More6.24.23 – Video Update: Federal Mediation Begins Next Week
Next week, federal mediators assigned by the National Mediation Board will join our negotiations. Susan Wroble, ORD-based Flight Attendant and Member of your Negotiating Committee provides a video update on what lies ahead.
Read More6.24.23 – APFA DCA Base Brief – DCA Allocations Survey
DCA Allocations Survey Saturday, June 24, 2023 It’s no secret that the sequence construction at DCA, BWI, and IAD has been undesirable for many years. We have advocated for much…
Read More6.23.23 – APFA New York LGA Special Base Brief- June 23, 2023
Friday, June 23, 2023 How is New York? As I have said repeatedly, social media is noise, and actions bring solutions. While the challenges of any administration changing officers midstream…
Read More6.23.23 – TAKE ACTION! AA Flight Attendants Deserve Better!
One of the open issues in negotiations is the commuter policy. While we have secured some improvements, we still have not reached agreement. With all the base closings and reductions, many Flight Attendants are forced to commute, and management needs to hear from all Flight Attendants that we deserve an improved commuter policy.
Read More6.22.23 – Workers’ Compensation With Long Term Disability And Social Security Disability
This benefit is only available to those who have elected Long Term Disability (LTD) coverage with MetLife. MetLife Short Term Disability does not cover an approved work related injury. Always file your LTD claim as soon as possible to avoid missing the one year filing deadline.
Read More6.22.23 – American Airlines Management: “A New Approach is Needed”
Jeannette, a 34-year flight attendant with American Airlines, believes that a one size fits all approach doesn’t always work when real, human people are involved.
Read More6.22.23 – PHX Solidarity ACTION Item
PHX Solidarity ACTION Item Thursday, June 22, 2023 The APFA Government Affairs Department, alongside other aviation Unions, has been working hard to make improvements for Flight Attendants in the 2023…
Read More6.19.23 – Coverage Needed (CN) Dates – July 2023
Coverage Needed (CN) is a term applied to a day in a bid month that occurs when not enough Flight Attendants bid in PBS to fly on that day. PBS will allow as many Flight Attendants to be off on a particular day
Read More6.19.23 – APFA Commemorates Juneteenth National Independence Day
Juneteenth, short for “June Nineteenth”, marks the day when federal troops officially arrived in Galveston, Texas, to end slavery in the United States. Even though the Emancipation Proclamation was signed two and a half years earlier, slavery remained largely unaffected in Texas.
Read More6.18.23 – July 2023 PBS Bid Award Summary & Mis-Award Process
Company PBS Bid Award Summary, APFA PBS Bid Award Summary by Base, PBS Award Files, PBS Mis-Award Process
Read More6.16.23 – Reminder: Notification of Willingness-to-Serve LGA Base Vice President
Reminder: Notification of Willingness-to-Serve LGA Base Vice President Friday, June 16, 2023 LGA Flight Attendants, This is a reminder that the National Ballot Committee (NBC) has posted the Willingness-to-Serve (WTS)…
Read More6.16.23 – American Airlines Flight Attendants: Treated Like “Just a Number”
Melanie has been flying with American Airlines for 36 years. A conscientious and organized Flight Attendant, she arrives early to get through security and to her gate on time, every time. Then, her attendance manager (AFSM) emailed Melanie, saying she would be handed a point for being late.
Read More6.15.23 – Negotiations Update #25
After a briefing with your APFA Base Presidents, your Negotiating Committee passed a reserve proposal to the company intending to lower the number of years Flight Attendants are required to serve reserve.
Read More6.14.23 – PHX Contract ACTION Team Terminal Walk – Friday, June 23rd
The weather is heating up, and so are contract negotiations! The Contract ACTION Team (CAT) will be in the PHX terminal to give out red lanyards, discuss the next steps in our contract negotiations, and help you learn how to verify that you are eligible to vote.
Read More6.14.23 – Men’s Health Month
June is National Men’s Health Month. It is a time to raise awareness and encourage healthy choices for men of all ages and backgrounds. Seeing a physician each year is a crucial healthy habit for better health.
Read More6.14.23 – APFA Virtual Retirement Seminar – Tuesday, July 25th
Please join us for a virtual retirement seminar on Tuesday, July 25th from 1300 – 1500 (CT). Topics will include: 401(k), 65-Point Plan, COBRA, Medicare, Pensions, Retiree Travel, Social Security, Vacation/Sick Payout
Read More6.12.23 – Your Vote is Your Voice: Become Dues Current Today!
As we head into summer, all Flight Attendants must begin preparing for a possible strike vote. You must be an active member in good standing to cast your ballot.
Read More6.12.23 – APFA DFW Base Brief- July 2023 Staffing and Allocations
July 2023 Staffing and Allocations Information is Preliminary and Subject to Change Monday, June 12, 2023 Are You Dues Current in Order To Vote? As we enter this critical phase in…
Read More6.12.23 – Financial Planning Virtual Seminar Tomorrow, June 13th
Join us for a Fight Attendant-focused virtual Financial Planning Seminar on Tuesday, June 13, from 1100 – 1300 (CT).
Read More6.12.23 – Personal International Travel and Known Crewmember (KCM)
The Transportation Security Agency (TSA) continues to observe and investigate cases of crewmembers using Known Crewmember (KCM) while on personal travel to international locations. KCM regulations explicitly prohibit use for personal international travel.
Read More6.12.23 – Smoke, Odor or Fume (SOF) Events Response
As of June 3rd, APFA Safety & Security has been conducting outreach to Flight Attendants involved in Cabin Odor or SOF (Smoke, Odor, or Fume) events.
Read More6.11.23 – APFA PHL Base Brief – Interstate 95 Collapse
Interstate 95 Collapse Sunday, June 11, 2023 Hello PHL, If you are not aware, a portion of I-95 has collapsed due to a tanker fire. The freeway is currently closed…
Read More6.11.23 – FAA Reauthorization Bill 2023
One of the “must-pass” bills on Capitol Hill this year is an FAA Reauthorization Bill. Current funding for the FAA expires at the end of September, so for the FAA to be able to operate beyond September, a bill must be passed by the deadline.
Read More6.09.23 – APFA LGA Base Brief – LGA INTERIM BASE VICE PRESIDENT
Friday, June 9, 2023 LGA INTERIM BASE VICE PRESIDENT On Thursday, June 8, 2023, I appointed Cindi Simpson-Dunfee as the interim LGA Base Vice President. Cindi brings history, character, professionalism, and,…
Read More6.09.23- APFA ORD Base Brief – June 2023 Update
June 2023 ORD Update Friday, June 9, 2023 Hey Chicago, Justin and I want to thank each of you for your professionalism. We are a base that does the right…
Read More6.09.23 – Special LGA Base Brief – NYC Toxic Air Quality
Friday, June 9, 2023 NYC TOXIC AIR QUALITY On Thursday, June 6, 2023, officials in New York City issued several warnings to all residents and visitors due to the wildfires…
Read More6.09.23 – Tell Congress to Reauthorize the Health Coverage Tax Credit
APFA supports the reauthorization of the Health Coverage Tax Credit (HCTC) which expired on 12/31/21. Flight Attendants who lost their pensions during bankruptcy have struggled to afford basic healthcare costs.
Read More6.08.23 – APFA BOS Base Brief – Massachusetts Earned Sick Time Law (MESTL) FAQ’s
Massachusetts Earned Sick Time Law: Frequently Asked Questions Thursday, June 8, 2023 The decision that came out Friday regarding the Massachusetts Earned Sick Time Law (MESTL) is something we never…
Read More6.08.23 – Turbulence-Related Injuries
As the summer season approaches and the temperatures rise, there is also a rise in turbulent-related injuries and reports.
Read More6.08.23 – APFA BOS Base Brief – Urge Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Campbell To Take ACTION!
Urge Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Campbell to Take ACTION! Thursday, June 8, 2023 On June 2, 2023, a U.S. District Court judge ruled that the Massachusetts Earned Sick Time Law…
Read More6.08.23 – APFA DCA Base Brief – July 2023 Staffing and Allocations
July 2023 DCA Staffing and Allocations Thursday, June 8, 2023 Are You Dues Current in Order To Vote? As we enter this critical phase in negotiations, it is imperative that…
Read More6.07.23 – American Airlines: Where is Your Accountability?
A battle with breast cancer is a journey no one wants to take. When Jeannine, a 23-year Flight Attendant, was fighting cancer, she also had to battle for her job. Watch the video
Read More6.06.23 – Financial Planning Virtual Seminar: June 13, 2023
It’s Time to Start Thinking about Financial Planning! Are you just starting your career? Or are you a financial late-bloomer? It’s time to cross-check and verify that you are on the right path.
Read More6.06.23 – Call to Action: Sign Up to Help Secure the Contract We Deserve!
Negotiations have entered a critical phase, and Flight Attendants are ready for a contract that includes improvements to compensation, retirement, scheduling flexibility, and overall work/life balance.
Read More6.06.23 – APFA LAX Base Brief – July 2023 Staffing and Allocations
July 2023 LAX Staffing and Allocations Tuesday, June 6, 2023 In This Base Brief: July 2023 Staffing July 2023 Allocations EFB Compliance LC/SC Points BUR Flying Strike Vote Contract ACTION…
Read More6.05.23 – APFA PHL Base Brief – July 2023 Staffing and Allocations
July 2023 PHL Staffing and Allocations Monday, June 5, 2023 Hello PHL, Are You Dues Current in Order To Vote? As we enter this critical phase in negotiations, it is imperative…
Read More6.05.23 – APFA PHX Base Brief – July 2023 Staffing and Allocations
July 2023 PHX Staffing and Allocations Monday, June 5, 2023 Are You Dues Current in Order To Vote? As we enter this critical phase in negotiations, it is imperative that…
Read More6.04.23 – APFA MIA Base Brief- July 2023 Staffing and Allocations
July 2023 MIA Staffing and Allocations Sunday, June 4, 2023 All, There is not much change in the composition of flying from last month. We continue to see a limited…
Read More6.04.23 – APFA ORD Base Brief – July 2023 Staffing and Allocations
July 2023 ORD Staffing and Allocations Sunday, June 4, 2023 June and the summer heat have arrived! We continue to push everyone to keep up to date with negotiations. Now that APA…
Read More6.04.23 – APFA CLT Base Brief – July 2023 Staffing and Allocations
July 2023 CLT Staffing and Allocations Sunday, June 4, 2023 Good day, we had our monthly call with the company to discuss the trips for July, and yes, you guessed…
Read More6.01.23 – June 2023 Recognitions
Read about June celebrations and recognitions including LGBTQ Pride Month, Caribbean American Heritage Month, Flag Day, Father’s Day, Juneteenth, and more.
Read More6.01.23 – July 2023 Bidding Timelines
July 2023 bidding timelines including CQ, vacation, PBS, ETB, and more
Read More5.31.23 – 1Q23 Executive Committee Meeting and Special BOD Meeting Minutes
The first quarter 2023 Executive Committee meeting was held on May 9, 2023. APFA held a Special Board of Directors Videoconference on May 9, 2023. The official minutes are now available on the APFA website.
Read More5.31.23 – Notification of Willingness-to-Serve: LGA Base Vice President
Notification of Willingness-to-Serve: LGA Base Vice President Wednesday, May 31, 2023 LGA Flight Attendants, The National Ballot Committee (NBC) has posted the Willingness-to-Serve (WTS) for the position of Base Vice…
Read More5.31.23 – International Flight Attendant Appreciation Day 2023: Do You Feel Appreciated?
Today is International Flight Attendant Appreciation Day, a day first observed in 2015 to celebrate and recognize Flight Attendants for their commitment to safety and their contributions to the success of airlines worldwide.
Read More5.29.23 – A Memorial Day Tribute
Memorial Day began a few years after the Civil War, in 1868. An organization of Union veterans established the holiday, originally called Decoration Day, as a time to decorate the graves of fallen soldiers with flowers.
Read More5.28.23 – LGA TTS Failure
LGA TTS Failure Sunday, May 28, 2023 As I communicated this morning via MailChimp, the May 27th, 2023, TTS bid run did not successfully award trips originating in the contractual…
Read More5.25.23 – APFA Membership Meeting and Negotiations Town Hall Recordings
APFA recently hosted a virtual Membership Meeting, which included pertinent topics from your APFA Department Chairs and Committees. View the videos
Read More5.20.23 – APFA ORD Base Brief – Illinois Kin Care
Saturday, May 20, 2023 Let’s talk about Illinois Kin Care. We can use half of our yearly earned sick time to care for a qualified family member – child, stepchild, spouse,…
Read More5.19.23 – Pilots Reach Agreement in Principle (AIP)
As reported in the press, Pilots represented by the Allied Pilots Association (APA) reached an agreement in principle with American Airlines management after long fought negotiations. We congratulate APA on reaching an agreement, subject to finalizing language and Pilot ratification.
Read More5.19.23 – Carryover Sequences Presidential Grievance Settlement
APFA is pleased to announce that we have reached a settlement on the Carryover Sequences Presidential Arbitration scheduled for June. This hard-fought settlement provides pay protections that APFA has always believed Flight Attendants qualified for under the JCBA.
Read More5.18.23 – Coverage Needed (CN) Dates – June 2023
Coverage Needed (CN) is a term applied to a day in a bid month that occurs when not enough Flight Attendants bid in PBS to fly on that day. PBS will allow as many Flight Attendants to be off on a particular day (whether it’s a holiday or not) as possible..
Read More5.18.23 – June 2023 PBS Bid Award Summary & Mis-Award Process
Company PBS Bid Award Summary, APFA PBS Bid Award Summary by Base, PBS Award Files, PBS Mis-Award Process
Read More5.18.23 – Join the APFA Virtual Negotiations Town Hall: Today at 2pm CDT
Your APFA Negotiating Committee is hosting a virtual Negotiations Town Hall today, from 2 pm until 3 pm CDT.
Read More5.17.23 – APFA PHL Base Brief – May 2023 PHL Reserve Flex Error
May 2023 PHL Reserve Flex Error Wednesday, May 17, 2023 Hello PHL, Recently, we were notified of an anomaly on the HI1s for May for PHL based Reserve Flight Attendants. In…
Read More5.17.23 – APFA Virtual Negotiations Town Hall: Tomorrow, May 18th
Your APFA Negotiating Committee is hosting a virtual Negotiations Town Hall tomorrow, May 18th, from 2 pm until 3 pm (CT). The Negotiating Committee will be discussing the status of negotiations.
Read More5.17.23 – Must Read: Bargaining Update
We are in the advanced stages of bargaining with American Airlines. APFA passed our economic proposal to the company on March 7th, 2023.
Read More5.16.23 – APFA MIA Base Brief – Notice of Disputes (NODs)
Notice of Disputes (NODs) Tuesday, May 16, 2023 All, The following Notice of Disputes (NODs) have been filed on behalf of the Flight Attendants of MIA. 2023-MIA-26 Clearly we are vehemently…
Read More5.16.23 – Utilizing APFA EAP Professional Standards
During your sequence, you have a confrontation with a fellow Flight Attendant, and you are unable to resolve your differences. Call your APFA EAP Professional Standards to address the issue.
Read More5.15.23 – Financial Planning Virtual Seminar
It’s Time to Start Thinking about Financial Planning! Join us for a Fight Attendant-focused virtual Financial Planning Seminar on Tuesday, June 13, from 1100 – 1300 (CT).
Read More5.15.23 – Virtual Retirement Seminar: Tomorrow, May 16th
Please join us for a virtual retirement seminar tomorrow, May 16th, from 11:00 – 13:00 (CT).
Read More5.12.23 – Special APFA LGA Base Brief
Friday, May 12, 2023 Special New York-LGA Base Brief As we close the week, I wanted to inform you about a change to our local APFA leadership. Penelope King has…
Read More5.12.23 – A ‘How-to’: Signing in for a Trip in DECS/FOS
Flight Attendants have experienced far too many IT issues when using company systems and websites. The glitches, outages and maintenance of company systems occur with little to no notice. We want to provide you with instructions for signing in for a trip if mobileCCI is inaccessible for whatever reason.
Read More5.12.23 – APFA Virtual Negotiations Town Hall: Thursday, May 18th
Your APFA Negotiating Committee is hosting a virtual Negotiations Town Hall on Thursday, May 18th, from 2 pm until 3 pm (CT). The Negotiating Committee will be discussing the status of negotiations.
Read More5.12.23 – APFA ORD Base Brief – Friday, May 12, 2023
Friday, May 12, 2023 Hello Chicago! Spring is finally here with some warm weather. We continue to welcome new hire Flight Attendants weekly to Chicago. We have people being sent…
Read More5.12.23 – APFA MIA Base Brief – iPhone EFB Compliance Quick Reference Guide
iPhone EFB Compliance Quick Reference Guide Friday, May 12, 2023 All, Here is a quick reference guide created by AA Inflight which illustrates the three required updates for your EFB. You…
Read More5.12.23 – APFA BOS Base Brief – Massachusetts Sick Coding
Massachusetts Sick Coding Friday, May 12, 2023 It has been brought to our attention that Flight Attendants may have incorrect sick call coding if they are using Massachusetts Sick but…
Read More5.11.23 – Reminder: Quarterly Membership Virtual Meeting Begins Soon
The Quarterly Virtual Membership Meeting will be held today from 11:00am to 12:00pm CDT.
Read More5.10.23 – Reminder: Quarterly Membership Virtual Meeting Tomorrow, May 11th
The Quarterly Virtual Membership Meeting will be held tomorrow, May 11th, 2023, from 11:00am to 12:00pm CDT.
Read More5.10.23 – Reminder: Virtual Retirement Seminar: Tuesday, May 16th
Please join us for a virtual retirement seminar on Tuesday, May 16th, from 11:00 – 13:00 (CT)
Read More5.10.23 – APFA DFW Base Brief- June 2023 Staffing and Allocations
June 2023 Staffing and Allocations Wednesday, May 10, 2023 Manning Information: Total headcount: 6,994 Available headcount: 6,482 Lineholders: 4,946 Reserves: 1,536 (23.7%) System Reserve: 22.3% Initial Reserve Seniority: 15225 (22JUL13) New Hires…
Read More5.09.23 – 1Q 2023 Executive Committee Meeting Final Agenda
Today, the 2023 First Quarter meeting of the APFA Executive Committee was called to order.
Read More5.08.23 – Meeting Minutes and Upcoming Tentative Agendas
The 2023 APFA Board of Directors Convention was held in March. The official minutes of this meeting are now available on the APFA.org website.
Read More5.08.23 – APFA LGA Base Brief – June 2023 Staffing and Allocations
Monday, May 8, 2023 NYC Staffing and Allocations Numbers NIPD Long Layovers and Turns IPD Destinations A321-Transcons Domestic NIPD Destinations – Domestic Long Layovers – Domestic Turns In Solidarity, Christian M.…
Read More5.08.23 – APFA BOS Base Brief – May 8, 2023
Monday, May 8, 2023 Hello Boston! Spring is finally here. Warmer temperatures are upon us, and the sun stays out longer each day. We are excited to see that Boston…
Read More5.07.23 – APFA LAX Base Brief – June 2023 Staffing and Allocations
June 2023 LAX Staffing and Allocations Sunday, May 7, 2023 This update will cover these topics: June 2023 Staffing June 2023 Allocations EFB Issues New LAX Base Manager June 2023 Bidding Timelines June 2023…
Read More5.06.23 – APFA PHL Base Brief – Workers Strike Back – May 11th!
Workers Strike Back – May 11th! Saturday, May 6, 2023 Team PHL, The right & ability for workers to strike has been under attack. It’s one of our most significant…
Read More5.05.23 – APFA CLT Base Brief – June 2023 Staffing and Allocations
June 2023 CLT Staffing and Allocations Friday, May 5, 2023 We had our monthly call with the Company this week to discuss the trips for June. As expected, there is little…
Read More5.05.23 – May is Mental Health Awareness Month
Mental Health Awareness is about starting conversations about mental health and the elements in our daily lives that affect our well-being. Mental health awareness month aims to reduce the stigma that stops people from asking for help.
Read More5.04.23 – APFA ORD Base Brief – Real Talk
Thursday, May 4, 2023 Firstly, we inadvertently left out that ATH will return in June. Thank you all who reached out to me this morning. Sorry for the stress, but…
Read More5.04.23 – Reminder: Quarterly Membership Virtual Meeting on Thursday, May 11th
The Quarterly Virtual Membership Meeting will be held Thursday, May 11, 2023, from 11:00am to 12:00pm CDT.
Read More5.04.23 – Negotiations Update #24
We are scheduled to meet with the company two weeks every month through September and will be joined by the mediator for fifteen of those sessions. In April, we continued bargaining with the company to work on the outstanding issues in Section 10-Scheduling and Section 12-Reserve.
Read More5.04.23 – APFA PHL Base Brief – June 2023 Staffing and Allocations
June 2023 PHL Staffing and Allocations Thursday, May 4, 2023 Hello PHL, Earlier today, we had our June allocations and staffing phone call. PHL will see an increase of 9,245…
Read More5.04.23 – APFA MIA Base Brief – June 2023 Staffing and Allocations
June 2023 MIA Staffing and Allocations Thursday, May 4, 2023 June block hours are 205,998, which represents a 3% increase from last month. 21% of those hours are dedicated to…
Read More5.04.23 – APFA ORD Base Brief – June 2023 Staffing and Allocations
June 2023 ORD Staffing and Allocations Thursday, May 4, 2023 Happy May Chicago! Summer 2023 is already upon us. There continues to be a steady stream of new hires being sent…
Read More5.04.23 – APFA DCA Base Brief – June 2023 Staffing and Allocations
June 2023 DCA Staffing and Allocations Thursday, May 4, 2023 When PBS processing begins, if additional Line holders are needed, those with Reserve status will be changed to Line holder status…
Read More5.09.23 (1Q23 EC Meeting)
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Read More5.09.23 – (Special BOD Videoconference)
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Read More5.02.23 – Skin Cancer Awareness Month
May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month. As we head into summer, we can all help by speaking up about skin cancer. Please share the facts to prevent this deadly disease, as it is estimated there will be almost 100,000 new cases this year.
Read More5.02.23 – APFA MIA Base Brief – EFB Update
Tuesday, May 2, 2023 EFB Update All, There is a new iOS update that is recommended to be installed before your next sequence. The older version is 16.4. The new…
Read More5.01.23 – June 2023 Bidding Timelines
June 2023 bidding timelines including CQ, vacation, PBS, ETB, and more
Read More5.01.23 – May Recognitions
Learn about May recognitions and celebrations including International Worker’s Day, Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Lag BaOmer, Buddha Day, Memorial Day, and more
Read More4.30.23 – A Message From Your APFA Leadership
Last week, American management announced a return to first-quarter profitability, which includes record revenue totaling 12.2 billion. These earnings represent a staggering 37.7% increase in revenue generation year-over-year.
Read More4.28.23 – APFA LGA Base Brief – PROFIT & SHARING are NOT EQUAL
Friday, April 28, 2023 New York APFA Leadership on Profit Sharing PROFIT & SHARING are NOT EQUAL On April 27, 2023, American Airlines announced the profits for the 2022 profit-sharing…
Read More4.28.23 – APFA Negotiating Committee Joins APFA Government Affairs On Capitol Hill
This week, your APFA Negotiating Committee and Government Affairs Department were on Capitol Hill talking to your elected representatives about the status of our contract negotiations with American Airlines.
Read More4.28.23 – APFA PHX Base Brief – April 18th PHX Town Hall Recap
Friday, April 28, 2023 April 18th PHX Town Hall Recap We want to take this opportunity to thank the PHX Base Flight Attendants that took the time to come to the…
Read More4.27.23 – APFA Virtual Retirement Seminar – Tuesday, May 16th
Please join us for a virtual retirement seminar on Tuesday, May 16th from 11:00 – 13:00 (CT). Topics will include: 401(k, 65-Point Plan, COBRA, Medicare, Pensions, Retiree Travel, Social Security, Vacation/Sick Payout
Read More4.27.23 – Updated System Board of Adjustment (SBA) Webpage
Updated System Board of Adjustment (SBA) Webpage Thursday, April 27, 2023 In this Hotline: – Updated SBA Webpage We are excited to highlight the new changes to the System Board…
Read More4.26.23 – APFA Special Executive Committee Meeting: April 27, 2023
Wednesday, April 26, 2023 APFA Special Executive Committee Meeting Tentative Agenda APFA will be holding a Special Executive Committee Meeting on Thursday, April 27, 2023. In accordance with APFA Policy Manual 4.A.1.a.(1), the…
Read More4.27.23 (Special EC Meeting)
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Read More4.20.23 – APFA MIA Base Brief – FLL Flood Letter of Agreement
Thursday, April 20, 2023 FLL Flood Letter of Agreement All, After much discussion concerning the weather event last week, the Company was unwilling to extend any pay protections beyond what…
Read More4.19.23 – Coverage Needed (CN) Dates – May 2023
Coverage Needed (CN) is a term applied to a day in a bid month that occurs when not enough Flight Attendants bid in PBS to fly on that day.
Read More4.18.23 – May 2023 PBS Bid Award Summary & Mis-Award Process
Company PBS Bid Award Summary, How to Read the Bid Award Summary, How to Read Your PBS Award, and APFA PBS Bid Award Summary by Base
Read More4.18.23 – Cabin Air Quality Reporting: Hot Cabin and Smoke, Odor, and Fumes (SOF)
Spring has sprung! And with that comes warmer weather as we approach the summer months, and with rising temperatures across the system, that means a likelihood for an uptick in two types of events: Hot cabin events, as well as Smoke, Odor, or Fume (SOF) events.
Read More4.18.23 – Call to Action! Protection from Abusive Passengers Act
CALL TO ACTION! Urge your Senators and Representatives in Washington to co-sponsor the Protection from Abusive Passengers Act, because assault doesn’t fly!
Read More4.17.23 – APFA Hotline – Wings Foundation: Flight Attendants Helping Flight Attendants
Monday, April 17, 2023 Wings Foundation offers assistance to American Airlines Flight Attendants who are in critical need of financial assistance due to illness, injury, disability, or a natural disaster.…
Read More4.14.23 – PBS Outage on April 14, 2023
This morning an outage caused PBS to be unavailable for an hour from approximately 9:30 am to 10:30 am CT.
Read More4.14.23 – Negotiations Update #23
Thank you to everyone every who joined us on the picket line throughout the system on April 4th. The “We Are Ready!” luggage tags are in the mail to each Flight Attendant’s address on file with APFA.
Read More4.13.23 – APFA MIA Base Brief – FLL Parking for Friday and Saturday
Thursday, April 13, 2023 FLL Parking for Friday (4/14) and Saturday (4/15) All, Flight Attendants working sequences out of FLL on Friday (4/14) and Saturday (4/15) will be permitted to…
Read More4.13.23 – Updating Your EFB
Since the switch from the Samsung Tablet to the iPhone EFB, many Flight Attendants have experienced some frustration with the frequency of required iOS and application updates.
Read More4.12.23 – Exclusive Supplemental Benefit Offering Ends Tomorrow
The exclusive supplemental benefit offering for all APFA members ends tomorrow, Thursday, April 13th. Call 833-228-5034 from 8am until 7pm (CT) to enroll or receive additional product information and rates.
Read More4.11.23 – APFA Virtual Retirement Seminar Recording – March 27, 2023
On Monday, March 27th, APFA hosted our Virtual Retirement Seminar. Below, you will find the recorded Virtual Seminar as well as frequently asked questions and answers.
Read More4.11.23 – APFA PHX Base Brief – May 2023 Staffing and Allocations
Tuesday, April 11, 2023 May 2023 Staffing and Allocations On Monday, April 3rd, APFA Base Representation had the monthly Staffing and Allocations call with the Company. On this call for PHX…
Read More4.08.23 – APFA EAP: National Alcohol Awareness Month
April is National Alcohol Awareness Month. Drinking in moderation is fine, but what is “moderation?”
Read More4.08.23 – May 2023 – Upcoming Events
View details for upcoming event: First Quarter 2023 APFA Executive Committee Meeting, APFA Virtual Quarterly Membership Meeting, APFA Virtual Negotiations Town Hall
Read More4.08.23 – APFA DFW Base Brief – May 2023 Staffing and Allocations
Saturday, April 8, 2023 May 2023 Staffing and Allocations ***Staffing Information is Preliminary and Subject to Change*** Manning Information: Total headcount: 6,877 Available headcount: 6,363 Lineholders: 4,971 Reserves: 1,392 (21.9%) System Reserve:…
Read More4.07.23 – Autism Awareness Month: Our Differences Are Strengths
Working on our differences by being more inclusive means everyone is allowed to succeed in this work and thrive in life. We are all different. Some differences are apparent, while others may be harder to see.
Read More4.07.23 – Management’s (dis)ConnectMe
This week the company implemented a new procedure for Flight Attendants’ use of the new ConnectMe Teams app during the boarding process. This procedure includes acknowledging two messages from agents.
Read More4.07.23 – APFA DCA Base Brief – May 2023 Staffing and Allocations
Friday, April 7, 2023 May 2023 Staffing and Allocations When PBS processing begins, if additional Line holders are needed, those with Reserve status will be changed to Line holder status…
Read More4.06.23 – APFA Negotiations Virtual Town Hall Recording – March 30, 2023
Negotiations virtual town hall recording from March 30, 2023 is now available to watch.
Read More4.06.23 – Exclusive Supplemental Benefit Offering Ends Next Week
The exclusive supplemental benefit offering for all APFA members ends on Thursday, April 13th at 5pm (CT).
Read More4.06.23 – APFA ORD Base Brief – April 6, 2023
Thursday, April 6, 2023 Heads up, Chicago! The FAA will be traveling around the system and plans to be at ORD April 17th-21st. What does this mean to you? The best…
Read More4.05.23 – APFA CLT Base Brief – May 2023 Staffing and Allocations
Wednesday, April 5, 2023 May 2023 Staffing and Allocations Good day, We had our monthly call this week to discuss the trips for May. Charlotte did not have the winter pull…
Read More4.05.23 – “We Are Ready!”- Luggage Tags Arriving at Your Home
Last week, APFA Headquarters sent two “We Are Ready!” luggage tags to each Flight Attendant’s address on file with APFA. These luggage tags are another way to show our commitment to continue the fight to secure the contract that we deserve.
Read More4.05.23 – APFA LGA Base Brief – Base Meeting Details
Wednesday, April 5, 2023 New York-LGA Base Meeting Details Today, April 5, 2023, from 11:00 am – 3:00 pm, please join the APFA LGA Base Council as we share our…
Read More4.04.23 – APFA Website Planned Maintenance
Beginning at 9:00 pm CDT tonight, Tuesday, April 4th, the ‘My Account’ section of the APFA website will undergo planned maintenance. The ability to log in to view your dues account may be inaccessible through noon CDT on Wednesday, April 5th.
Read More4.04.23 – Human Rights
Across the nation, we are seeing an uptick in anti-gay, anti-trans and outright attacks on the racial progress that has happened since the civil rights movement. When these attitudes and policies change, they impact not only our members, but our members’ families, friends, colleagues, and communities.
Read More4.04.23 – APFA ORD Base Brief – May 2023 Staffing and Allocations
Tuesday, April 4, 2023 May 2023 Staffing and Allocations Happy April Chicago! The May Staffing and Allocations was held yesterday, here are some highlights: We begin 3 more IPD trips, towards…
Read More4.04.23 – APFA PHL Base Brief – May 2023 Staffing and Allocations
Tuesday, April 4, 2023 May 2023 PHL Staffing and Allocations Hello, PHL – As many of us already know, we found out about the PHL-MAD service reduction via news outlets/social media…
Read More4.03.23 – May 2023 Bidding Timelines
May 2023 bidding timelines including CQ, vacation, PBS, ETB, and more
Read More4.03.23 – A Message from National President Julie Hedrick
A Video Message From National President Julie Hedrick
Read More4.03.23 – APFA MIA Base Brief – May 2023 Staffing and Allocations
Monday, April 3, 2023 May 2023 Staffing and Allocations The May block hours went down 2% from April and are up 17% from May 2022. A schedule change will occur on…
Read More4.03.23 – APFA ORD Base Brief – Systemwide Picketing Tomorrow!
Monday, April 3, 2023 Happy Monday, Chicago! Our contract became amendable on December 12, 2019. APFA began bargaining a new contract in late 2018. We have been ready and working on…
Read More4.03.23 – American Airlines Flight Attendants File for Mediation; Systemwide Picketing Continues
(Euless, TX) — On Tuesday, April 4th, 2023, American Airlines Flight Attendants, represented by the Association of Professional Flight Attendants (APFA), will continue systemwide informational picketing events at nine Flight Attendant bases across the United States.
Read More4.03.23 – APFA MIA Base Brief – Systemwide Picket Tomorrow
Monday, April 3, 2023 Systemwide Picket Tomorrow All, As a reminder, we will be picketing tomorrow, April 4th, between 1100 am and 1 pm. We will meet at the upper level…
Read More4.02.23 – APFA DCA Base Brief – Systemwide Picket on Tuesday, April 4th
Sunday, April 2, 2023 DCA Flight Attendants, Our April 4th picketing event is just around the corner! Now is the time to TURN UP THE HEAT as we recently passed…
Read More4.01.23 – April Recognitions
In April we celebrate or recognize Arab American Heritage Month, Easter, Vaisakhi, Day of Silence, Laylat al-Qadr, and more.
Read More4.01.23 – APFA LGA Base Brief – New York Picketing Postponed
Saturday, April 1, 2023 Important Message to All NYC Flight Attendants: April 4th NYC Picketing Postponed I always look forward to our Contract ACTION events because New York has been and…
Read More4.01.23 – APFA ORD Base Brief – Saturday, April 1, 2023
Saturday, April 1, 2023 Want a great way to come together? Join us at our next informational picketing event, April 4th. You may not be able to stay the entire…
Read More4.01.23 – APFA LGA Base Brief – Base Meeting
Saturday, April 1, 2023 Please join us Wednesday, April 5, 2023, from 11 am-3 pm for an in-person NYC-LGA base meeting. As Penelope and I begin our second term in…
Read More4.01.23 – APFA BOS Base Brief – April 1, 2023
April 1, 2023 BOS Flight Attendants, First and foremost, BOS APFA would like to thank Amy Milenkovic for her hard work, dedication, and advocacy for our BOS Flight Attendants over…
Read More3.31.23 – APFA Flight Attendant Pete Enriquez Speaks at U.S. Capitol
This week in Washington, D.C., Pete Enriquez, a MIA-based Flight Attendant, recounted an assault that occurred while he was on duty. APFA’s position has been clear and consistent: Ensure these offenders face prosecution to the full extent of the law with appropriate enforced fines, criminal penalties, and applicable flying bans.
Read More3.31.23 – APFA ORD Base Brief – Thank You for Your Support!
Friday, March 31, 2023 Hello Chicago! Today marks my last day as ORD Base President. This is a great base, and it’s due to your staying involved and informed! It…
Read More3.31.23 – APFA BOS Base Brief – March 31, 2023
Friday, March 31, 2023 BOS Flight Attendants, After nine years of being your APFA Boston-Based Union Representative, I am writing to say farewell to all of you. It has been…
Read More3.31.23 – APFA PHX Base Brief – Let’s Go PHX!
Friday, March 31, 2023 Let’s Go PHX! Systemwide Picketing Tuesday, April 4th 11:00 am – 1:00 pm We are excited to hold another event demonstrating our unity and determination to…
Read More3.31.23 – APFA DCA Base Brief – Friday, March 31, 2023
Friday, March 31, 2023 DCA Flight Attendants, The 2021-2023 base council term is ending, and the new term will begin April 1, 2023 through March 31, 2025. I would like…
Read More3.30.23 – Reminder: APFA Negotiations Town Hall Begins Soon!
Join us for the virtual Negotiations Town Hall today at 1:00pm CT.
Read More3.30.23 – Exclusive Supplemental Benefit Offering for All APFA Members
The exclusive supplemental benefit offering for all APFA members is now open and ends on April 13th. If you missed your opportunity last year to enroll in the new Disability product with On the Job Coverage or any other valuable benefits below, now is the time to sign up!
Read More3.23.23 – Reminder: APFA Negotiations Town Hall Tomorrow, 3/30/23
Your APFA Negotiating Committee is hosting a virtual Negotiations Town Hall tomorrow, March 30th, from 1 pm until 2 pm (CT). The Negotiating Committee will be discussing the status of negotiations.
Read More3.29.23 – APFA Endorses the Protection from Abusive Passengers Act
APFA Press Release Wednesday, March 29, 2023 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Paul Hartshorn, Jr. [email protected] APFA Endorses the Protection from Abusive Passengers Act (Euless, TX) — Today, Pete Enriquez,…
Read More3.26.23 – Reminder: APFA Virtual Retirement Seminar – Tomorrow, Monday, March 27th
Please join us tomorrow for a virtual retirement seminar. Monday, March 27th from 11:00 – 13:00 (CT). Topics will include: 401(k), 65-Point Plan, COBRA, Medicare, Pensions, Retiree Travel, Social Security, Vacation/Sick Payout
Read More3.26.23 – APFA PHL Base Brief – Temporary Madrid Suspension
Sunday, March 26, 2023 Hello PHL, Last night, we were made aware of social media blogs and news outlets reporting that the PHL-MAD flight is scheduled to be suspended for over…
Read More3.25.23 – APFA PHL Base Brief – Convention Recap/Negotiations Status
Saturday, March 25, 2023 Hello PHL, Last week was the annual APFA Annual Board of Directors Convention held in DFW. Our first day was dedicated to training, conducted by Carey Dall,…
Read More3.24.23 – 2023 APFA Annual Board of Directors Convention Recap
The APFA Annual Board of Directors Convention was held at the Westin Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas on March 14th-16th, 2023. Continue reading for the recap
Read More3.23.23 – Prioritizing Aviation Safety: FAA Safety Summit
Last week, APFA attended the FAA Safety Summit in Washington, DC, alongside fellow Labor and aviation industry leaders. DOT Secretary Pete Buttigieg, Acting FAA Administrator Billy Nolen, and NTSB Chair Jennifer Homendy addressed actions
Read More3.23.23 – Reminder! Systemwide Picket April 4th!
Systemwide Picketing Tuesday, April 4th, 2023 – 11:00 am-1:00 pm (local time). Optional Pre-Registration Available Now!
Read More3.23.23 – APFA DCA Base Brief – Safety Legislation Media Briefing
Thursday, March 23, 2023 Safety Legislation Media Briefing DCA Flight Attendants, We invite you to join the APFA Government Affairs Department next week at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, DC,…
Read More3.22.23 – Fourth Quarter 2022 Executive Committee Meeting Minutes
The APFA Fourth Quarter 2022 Executive Committee Meeting was held on Tuesday, February 28, 2023. In accordance with the APFA Policy Manual, the official minutes are now available on APFA.org.
Read More3.21.23 – APFA Negotiations Town Hall – Thursday, March 30, 2023
Your APFA Negotiating Committee is hosting a virtual Negotiations Town Hall on Thursday, March 30th, from 1 pm until 2 pm (CT). The Negotiating Committee will be discussing the status of negotiations.
Read More3.21.23 – PBS Misaward: Rest Between Trips
Yesterday, management informed APFA of an issue with the new 10-hour FAR rest implemented in December 2022. A review of the April bid awards showed that the new rest requirements were not incorporated into the PBS run.
Read More3.21.23 – APFA Virtual Retirement Seminar – Monday, March 27th
Please join us for a virtual retirement seminar on Monday, March 27th from 11:00 – 13:00 (CT). Topics will include: 401(k), 65-Point Plan, COBRA, Medicare, Pensions, Retiree Travel, Social Security, Vacation/Sick Payout
Read More3.19.23 – Coverage Needed (CN) Dates – April 2023
Coverage Needed (CN) is a term applied to a day in a bid month that occurs when not enough Flight Attendants bid in PBS to fly on that day. PBS will allow as many Flight Attendants to be off on a particular day (whether it’s a holiday or not) as possible
Read More3.18.23 – April 2023 PBS Bid Award Summary & Mis-Award Process
Company PBS Bid Award Summary, How to Read the Bid Award Summary, How to Read Your PBS Award, APFA PBS Bid Award Summary by Base, and View the PBS Award Files
Read More3.17.23 – Vacation ETB, Vacation MRB, May Filler Day Bid, And VEX Day Timelines
The 2023-24 Annual Vacation Bid Award is now final. To view your award details, go to Crew Portal > Monthly Bids > Vacation > Annual > Summary > Show Detail. Your awarded vacation days are also viewable in FOS/DECS under HI10.
Read More3.15.23 – National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. Colorectal cancer is one of the leading causes of cancer deaths. It is also the highest common cancer in both men and women.
Read More3.14.23 – APFA Headquarters Phone Outage
We are currently experiencing an outage with the APFA Headquarters phone system.
Read More3.14.23 – 2023 APFA Annual Board of Directors Convention Final Agenda
This morning, APFA National President Julie Hedrick called to order the 2023 APFA Annual Board of Directors Convention at the Westin Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas.
Read More3.14.23 – APFA MIA Base Brief – First Quarter 2023 Web-Based Training Deadline Approaching
Tuesday, March 14, 2023 First Quarter 2023 Web-Based Training Deadline Approaching All, The first quarter 2023 Web-Based Training (WBT) must be completed by 11:59pm (CT) on Monday, March 20th. Flight Service…
Read More3.13.23 – APFA LGA Base Brief – April 2023 Staffing and Allocations
Monday, March 13, 2023 April 2023 Staffing and Allocations Pairing Duration IPD Destinations A321-Transcons Domestic Club EWR NIPD Layovers APFA Reporting Forms Things to Keep in Mind APFA LGA and National…
Read More3.13.23 – Secondary Round of 2023-24 Vacation Bidding Closes Tomorrow
The Secondary Round of vacation bidding will close tomorrow, Tuesday, March 14 at 1200 (CT). The Secondary Round allows you to bid for any remaining vacation days not awarded in the Primary Round of vacation bidding.
Read More3.11.23 – Daylight Saving Time 2023: It’s Time to Spring Forward
Daylight Saving Time (DST) starts for most of the U.S. on Sunday, March 12, at 2:00 a.m.
Read More3.10.23 – APFA DFW Base Brief – April 2023 Staffing and Allocations
Friday, March 10, 2023 April 2023 Staffing and Allocations ***Staffing Information is Preliminary and Subject to Change*** Manning Information: Total headcount: 6,793 Available headcount: 6,346 Lineholders: 5,045 Reserves: 1,301 (20.5%) System…
Read More3.10.23 – 2023 APFA Annual Board of Directors Convention Tentative Agenda
The APFA Annual Board of Directors Convention will be held March 14-16, 2023, at the Westin Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas.
Read More3.09.23 – 2023 Base Representative Elections Results
Today, March 9, 2023, the National Ballot Committee, along with our partners at YesElections, certified the results of the 2023 Base Representative Elections.
Read More3.14.23 – 3.16.23 (Annual BOD Convention)
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Read More3.09.23 – Save the Date! April 2023 Systemwide Picket!
Systemwide Picketing – Tuesday, April 4th, 2023 – 11:00 am-1:00 pm (local time)
Read More4.09.23 – APFA DCA Base Brief – April 2023 Staffing and Allocations
Thursday, March 9, 2023 April 2023 Staffing and Allocations When PBS processing begins, if additional Line holders are needed, those with Reserve status will be changed to Line holder status…
Read More3.09.23 – Negotiations Update #22- Economic Proposal
On Tuesday, March 7th, your APFA Negotiating Committee presented an economic proposal to the company. Our comprehensive economic proposal includes all remaining sections of the agreement including Compensation, Expenses, Vacation, Sick Leave, Insurance, Retirement, Other Benefits, Training, and Profit Sharing
Read More3.07.23 – Are You Dues Current?
As we enter this critical phase in negotiations, it is imperative that all members are in good standing. You must be an active member in good standing to participate in Union activities.
Read More3.07.23 – APFA CLT Base Brief – April 2023 Staffing and Allocations
Tuesday, March 7, 2023 April 2023 Staffing and Allocations Good day, We had our call with the company this week to discuss the trips for April. We are beginning the uptick…
Read More3.07.23 – APFA PHL Base Brief – April 2023 Staffing and Allocations
Tuesday, March 7, 2023 April 2023 PHL Staffing and Allocations Hello PHL – Our April Staffing and Allocations call took place on Friday, March 3rd. There is a slight improvement in…
Read More3.07.23 – Primary Round of 2023-24 Vacation Bidding Awarded/Secondary Round Now Open
The Primary Round of vacation bidding has been awarded. To view your award details, go to Crew Portal > Monthly Bids > Vacation > Annual > Summary. To view your award details, click on the Show Detail button.
Read More3.05.23 – APFA PHX Base Brief – April 2023 Staffing and Allocations
Sunday, March 5, 2023 A Celebration of Life for Mark McWhirter April 2023 Staffing and Allocations On Friday, March 3, 2023, APFA Base representation had the monthly staffing…
Read More3.05.23 – Layover Security Concerns
Crime and violence are possible everywhere we travel, even in the least suspecting areas of the United States. That is why we ask more than ever to exercise caution on all layovers.
Read More3.04.23 – Final Reminder: Base Representative Elections Ballots Due Thursday, March 9th!
Flight Attendants based in CLT, DFW, LAX, MIA, ORD and PHL – If you have not already mailed your ballot for the 2023 Base Representative Elections, please do so immediately.
Read More3.04.23 – Negotiations Update #21
We bargained with the Company in January and February. During these sessions, the company and APFA exchanged updated proposals on Section 10- Scheduling and Section 12– Reserve.
Read More3.03.23 – APFA ORD Base Brief – April 2023 Staffing and Allocations
Friday, March 3, 2023 April 2023 Staffing and Allocations Happy March Chicago! If you ever email the company – download this email banner, you can add it to your signature line…
Read More3.03.23 – ***CORRECTION*** APFA MIA Base Brief – April 2023 Staffing And Allocations
Friday, March 3, 2023 April 2023 Staffing and Allocations ***CORRECTION BELOW in ODANs*** The headcount for April is 3,375. Last month we were at 3,325, and last April 2,978. The projected…
Read More3.03.23 – American Airlines Flight Attendants File for Federal Mediation
APFA Press Release Friday, March 3, 2023 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Paul Hartshorn, Jr. [email protected] American Airlines Flight Attendant Union Files for Federal Mediation (Euless, TX) — Today, American Airlines…
Read More3.03.23 – APFA MIA Base Brief – April 2023 Staffing and Allocations
Friday, March 3, 2023 April 2023 Staffing and Allocations The headcount for April is 3,375. Last month we were at 3,325, and last April 2,978. The projected Reserve percentage is forecasted…
Read More3.03.23 – APFA Files for Federal Mediation
Today, APFA filed for federal mediation in our contract talks. As we previously discussed, federal mediation is part of the process for reaching an agreement under the Railway Labor Act.
Read More3.03.23 – APFA MIA Base Brief – Urgent Message To Those Laying Over In Kingston, Jamaica
Friday, March 3, 2023 Urgent Message to Those Laying Over in Kingston, Jamaica All, We are very disheartened to inform you that very recently, TWO of our MIA co-workers (on…
Read More3.01.23 – March Recognitions
March is National Women’s History Month. It is a month-long celebration of women’s vital role in our history, and the contributions of women each day who impact our lives in significant ways.
Read More3.01.23 – Duplicate Ballot Request Deadline Tomorrow and Voter Eligibility Information
Flight Attendants based in CLT, DFW, LAX, MIA, ORD, and PHL should have already received their ballots for the 2023 Base Representative Elections. The last day to request a duplicate ballot is tomorrow, March 2, 2023, at 12:00 pm (CT).
Read More3.01.23 – April 2023 Bidding Timelines
View the April 2023 Bidding Timelines
Read More2.28.23 – Primary Round of 2023-24 Vacation Bidding Closes Tomorrow
The Primary Round of Vacation Bidding will close tomorrow, March 1st at 1200 (CT). Primary Round awards will be posted no later than Tuesday, March 7th at 1200 (CT).
Read More2.28.23 – Fourth Quarter 2022 – APFA Executive Committee Meeting Final Agenda
Today, the 2022 Fourth Quarter meeting of the APFA Executive Committee was called to order. The assembly approved the agenda, which you may view by clicking here.
Read More2.28.23 – APFA EAP Critical Incident Response Program (CIRP)
As stated in a previous hotline, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Professional Standards, and the Critical Incident Response Program (CIRP) (formerly known as the Critical Incident Response Team (CIRT)), will soon be one group working collaboratively to offer seamless support for Flight Attendants.
Read More2.27.23 – APFA LGA Base Brief – New York Winter Storm Warning
Monday, February 27, 2023 APFA LGA Base Brief – New York Winter Storm Warning While we have had a mild winter, I want to remind Flight Attendants to take extra…
Read More2.27.23 – UNICEF Change for Good Supporting Turkey and Syria
A new UNICEF Change for Good (CFG) PA is now available in Comply365 for eligible flights through March 31.
Read More2.27.23 – 2022 Fourth Quarter Executive Committee Tentative Agenda
The regularly scheduled APFA Fourth Quarter 2022 Executive Committee Meeting will be held on Tuesday, February 28, 2023, at APFA Headquarters.
Read More2.27.23 – An Update on Cabin LOSA
We want to share more information on the Cabin LOSA program. Cabin LOSA is a safety program, not a program where a Flight Attendant could be disciplined, terminated, or reported by co-workers.
Read More2.28.23 (4Q22 EC Meeting)
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Read More2.26.23 – APFA Negotiations Virtual Town Hall Recording – February 23, 2023
Watch the recorded February 23, 2023 Negotiations Virtual Town Hall.
Read More2.24.23 – Celebrating 30 Years of the Family and Medical Leave Act
February marks the 30th anniversary of the job-protected Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). At its conception, Flight Crews were not eligible because our work hours did not fall under the definition of “hours worked” under the FLSA, making us unable to satisfy the 1,250-hour requirement.
Read More2.23.23 – APFA LGA Base Brief – NY State Assembly Bill A8092B
Thursday, February 23, 2023 NY State Assembly Bill A8092B On November 21, 2022, New York State Governor Kathy Hochul signed into law Assembly Bill A8092B, which took effect on February…
Read More2.23.23 – 2023 Base Representative Elections & Voter FAQs
Flight Attendants based in CLT, DFW, LAX, MIA, ORD and PHL should have received their ballots. Ballots must be received in the designated Post Office Box no later than 1000 (CT) on March 9, 2023.
Read More2.23.23 – Reminder: APFA Virtual Retirement Seminar – Tomorrow, February 24th
Please join us for the first virtual retirement seminar of 2023: Friday, February 24th from 11:00 – 13:00 (CT). Topics will include: 401(k), 65-Point Plan, COBRA, Medicare, Pensions, Retiree Travel, Social Security, Vacation/Sick Payout.
Read More2.23.23 – Feb 23, 2023: APFA Negotiations Town Hall Begins Shortly
The APFA virtual Negotiations Town Hall will begin today at 1:00pm CST.
Read More2.22.23 – Negotiations Update: Our Next Steps in Bargaining
We are entering a critical period of our bargaining for a new contract. We have bargained over all the non-economic sections of the agreement and will soon pass our economic proposals across the table.
Read More2.22.23 – Reminder: APFA Negotiations Town Hall – Tomorrow, February 23, 2023
Wednesday, February 22, 2023 APFA Negotiations Town Hall Your APFA Negotiating Committee is hosting a virtual Negotiations Town Hall tomorrow, February 23rd, from 1 pm until 2 pm (CT). The Negotiating Committee…
Read More2.18.23 – March 2023 PBS Bid Award Summary & Mis-Award Process
Each month, the APFA Contract & Scheduling Departments send out a copy of the PBS Bid Award Summary we receive from the company following the completion of the PBS run. The PBS Bid Award Summary provides great information, but its presentation makes it challenging to find what you may be looking for.
Read More2.16.23 – APFA CLT Base Brief – February 16, 2023
Thursday, February 16, 2023 Legislative Action Day Reminder: Training Modules Due March 20th, 2023 Employee Assistance Program (EAP) APFA Professional Standards Legislative Action Day On February 8th, Charlotte sent a…
Read More2.15.23 – Primary Round of 2023-24 Vacation Bidding Closes March 1
Wednesday, February 15, 2023 Primary Round of 2023-24 Vacation Bidding Closes March 1 The Primary Round of Vacation Bidding will close on Wednesday, March 1st at 1200 (CT). Primary Round…
Read More2.10.23 – APFA Virtual Retirement Seminar – Friday, February 24th
Virtual retirement seminar on Friday, February 24th from 11:00 – 13:00 (CT). Topics will include: 401(k), 65-Point Plan, COBRA, Medicare, Pensions, Retiree Travel, Social Security, Vacation/Sick Payout.
Read More2.10.23 – APFA DFW Base Brief – March 2023 Staffing and Allocations
Friday, February 10, 2023 March 2023 Staffing and Allocations ***Staffing Information is Preliminary and Subject to Change*** Manning Information: Total Headcount: 6,736 Available Headcount: 6,226 Lineholders: 4,875 Reserves: 1,351 (21.7%) System…
Read More2.10.23 – APFA LGA Base Brief – March 2023 Staffing and Allocations
Friday, February 10, 2023 March 2023 Staffing and Allocations Reserve Talk Pairing Duration IPD Destinations A321-Transcons Domestic Club EWR NIPD Layovers NIPD Turns APFA Reporting Forms APFA LGA and National Contacts…
Read More2.09.23 – Facts About Cabin LOSA
A company communication detailing the Cabin Line Operation Safety Audit (LOSA) for Flight Attendants was released earlier this week. The communication raised many questions.
Read More2.09.23 – APFA Virtual Membership Meeting Begins at 11:00am CT
The APFA Virtual Membership Meeting begins today at 11:00am CT.
Read More2.08.23 – APFA Virtual Membership Meeting: Tomorrow, February 9, 2023
APFA will be hosting a Virtual Membership Meeting tomorrow, February 9th, from 11:00am until 12:00pm (CT).
Read More2.08.23 – APFA Negotiations Town Hall – Thursday, February 23, 2023
Your APFA Negotiating Committee is hosting a virtual Negotiations Town Hall on Thursday, February 23rd, from 1 pm until 2 pm (CT). The Negotiating Committee will be discussing the status of negotiations.
Read More2.07.23 – APFA DCA Base Brief – March 2023 Staffing and Allocations
Tuesday, February 7, 2023 March 2023 Staffing and Allocations When PBS processing begins, if additional Line holders are needed, those with Reserve status will be changed to Line holder status…
Read More2.07.23 – Ballots Mailed for 2023 Base Representative Elections
Ballots for the 2023 Base Representative Elections were mailed to the membership today, February 7, 2023, to the following bases: CLT, DFW, LAX, MIA, ORD and PHL.
Read More2.06.23 – APFA CLT Base Brief – March 2023 Staffing and Allocations
Monday, February 6, 2023 March 2023 Staffing and Allocations Good day, We had our monthly allocations call last week to discuss the trips for March. As you might have guessed, there were…
Read More2.06.23 – APFA PHL Base Brief – March 2023 Staffing and Allocations
Monday, February 6, 2023 March 2023 PHL Staffing and Allocations Hello PHL – The Staffing & Allocations call for March resulted in some good news and some not so good news. Our…
Read More2.04.23 – APFA ORD Base Brief – March 2023 Staffing and Allocations
Saturday, February 4, 2023 March 2023 Staffing and Allocations Happy February, Chicago! What a start to the week! Dallas had a winter storm that lasted several days and caused complete chaos…
Read More2.04.23 – DFW Weather Event: A Message of Thanks
It was another challenging week as snow, sleet, and freezing rain impacted the DFW operation. As a result, Flight Attendants experienced sequence disruptions and long wait times to speak with crew tracking and the hotel/limo desk.
Read More2.04.23 – APFA Virtual Membership Meeting: Thursday, February 9, 2023
APFA will be hosting a Virtual Membership Meeting on Thursday, February 9th, from 11:00am until 12:00pm (CT).
Read More2.03.23 – APFA MIA Base Brief – March 2023 Staffing and Allocations
Friday, February 3, 2023 March 2023 Staffing and Allocations Our total headcount for March has increased by 14% YOY. We will receive 66 new hires out of training who will be…
Read More2.03.23 – National Heart Health Awareness Month
February is National Heart Health Awareness Month. American Heart Month raises awareness of the importance of a healthy heart and encourages healthy habits that help reduce the risk of heart disease. Just under half of all adults in America have hypertension (HBP)/high blood pressure.
Read More2.03.23 – APFA LGA Base Brief – Friday, February 3, 2023
Friday, February 3, 2023 Once again, American Airlines is coming to the Flight Attendants to solve their problem with no real benefit to us. At the same time, we take…
Read More2.02.23 – APFA PHX Base Brief – Open House: February 6, 2023
Thursday, February 2, 2023 PHOENIX OPEN HOUSE: FEBRUARY 6, 2023 SHOW US WHAT YOU KNOW Do you have questions about how to file an IOD or FMLA? Do the DECs entries confuse…
Read More2.01.23 – March 2023 Bidding Timelines
March bidding timeline including CQ bidding, vacation, TTS, etc.
Read More2.01.23 – February Recognitions
February is Black History Month, celebrating African American roles in our history and the achievements that continue to push our country to greatness.
Read More1.30.23 – APFA LGA Base Brief – Monday, January 30, 2023
Monday, January 30, 2023 NEW YORK STANDS WITH SAN FRANCISCO – SFO Today, January 30, 2023, the San Francisco – SFO base will serve its last day as one of…
Read More1.30.23 – Rescheduling Reminders: DFW Weather Event
A winter weather event in the DFW area is expected to bring mixed precipitation, primarily freezing rain and sleet, through 0600 CST on Wednesday, February 1st.
Read More1.30.23 – Celebrating Black History Month: Join Your DEI Committee in Washington, D.C.
Join the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion committee as we celebrate Black History Month in Washington, D.C. We will be in the terminal from 11:20 am-1:20 pm and then The National Museum of African American History & Culture.
Read More1.30.23 – Primary Round of 2023-24 Vacation Bidding Now Open
The Primary Round of Vacation Bidding opened today, January 30th at 1200 (CT). The Primary Round of Vacation Bidding will close on Wednesday, March 1st at 1200 (CT). Primary Round awards will be posted no later than Tuesday, March 7th at 1200 (CT).
Read More1.30.23 – A Message to San Francisco Flight Attendants
Monday, January 30, 2023 Dear San Francisco Flight Attendants, Today marks the final day for the San Francisco Flight Attendant base. The base closure has been an incredible disruption and…
Read More1.29.23 – 2023 APFA Annual Board of Directors Convention
The 2023 APFA Annual Board of Directors Convention will be held on March 14 – 17, 2023, at the Westin Las Colinas.
Read More1.27.23 – APFA Leadership on Capitol Hill- January 24, 2023
Julie, along with APFA Government Affairs Representatives Allie Malis and Lori Glattly, met with both the House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee Majority and Minority, as well as Senate Commerce Chair Maria Cantwell (D-WA).
Read More1.26.23 – 2023 BOS Base President Election Update #2
Thursday, January 26, 2023 2023 BOS Base President Election Update #2 BOS Flight Attendants, This follow-up election update serves to provide additional clarification regarding the BOS Base President election. On…
Read More1.25.23 – APFA Negotiations Virtual Town Hall Recording- January 18, 2023
The January 18, 2023 Negotiations Virtual Town Hall recording is now available.
Read More1.25.23 – APFA PHL Base Brief – January 25, 2023
Wednesday, January 25, 2023 Hello PHL, Please join us in congratulating our Base Council Representatives duly elected for the next term 4/1/23-3/31/25. We have a total of 23 people who stepped…
Read More1.25.23 – APFA ORD Base Brief – January 25, 2023
Wednesday, January 25, 2023 Hello, Chicago! We wanted to take a moment to express our gratitude for the incredible turnout at our informational picket yesterday. With close to 200 members…
Read More1.24.23 – 2023 BOS Base President Election Update
Tuesday, January 24, 2023 2023 BOS Base President Election Update BOS Flight Attendants, Last Wednesday, January 18, 2023, at 1000 CT the Willingness-to-Serve (WTS) closed for the 2023 Base Representative Elections.…
Read More1.23.23 – APFA PHX Base Brief – Let’s Go PHX!
Monday, January 23, 2023 Let’s Go PHX! We are excited to hold another event demonstrating our unity and determination to fight for the contract we deserve! PHX Sky Harbor International Airport…
Read More1.23.22 – APFA MIA Base Brief – Picket Event Tomorrow, January 24th
Monday, January 23, 2023 Picket Event Tomorrow, January 24th All, Tomorrow is our planned nationwide picketing event from 1100 – 1300 (Local Time). We will meet on the upper level…
Read More1.23.23 – American Airlines Flight Attendant Negotiations Entering Critical Phase: Picketing Continues
APFA Press Release Monday, January 23, 2023 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Paul Hartshorn, Jr. [email protected] American Airlines Flight Attendant Negotiations Entering Critical Phase: Picketing Continues (Euless, TX) — On…
Read More1.23.23 – Reminder! Systemwide Picket January 24th!
Systemwide Picketing on Tuesday, January 24th, 2023 at 11:00 am-1:00 pm (local time). Read for your base information.
Read More1.21.23 – APFA LGA Base Brief – Busy & Strong
Saturday, January 21, 2023 APFA LGA Base Brief – Busy & Strong Our Colleagues Return From DEL After the incident in DEL, I am relieved to report that all our…
Read More1.21.23 – Changes to Departure Procedures
The company recently released a communication along with the 1Q23 Web-Based Training (WBT) about changes to departure procedures. Effective April 3rd, 2023, Gate Agents will close the aircraft door.
Read More1.20.23 – APFA DCA Base Brief – Systemwide Picketing
Friday, January 20, 2023 Systemwide Picketing on Tuesday Good afternoon, DCA! We are excited to have another picketing event demonstrating our unity and desire for a new contract! At DCA,…
Read More1.20.23 – APFA LAX Base Brief – A Message From Your National President
Friday, January 20, 2023 Hello Los Angeles, As you are aware, Tim McMahan, Director, American Airlines Flight Service, recently sent a message concerning the state of the LAX Flight Attendant Crew…
Read More1.19.23 – Website Updates: New Live Polling Open, ‘On the Job’, and More!
Thursday, January 19, 2023 Website Updates, Live Polling, and Helpful Links The newly redesigned APFA website incorporates updates and changes to make the information you need easily accessible. To help…
Read More1.19.23 – American Airlines Flight Attendant Systemwide Picketing Event On Tuesday, January 24th
APFA Press Advisory Thursday, January 19, 2023 Media Contact: Paul Hartshorn, Jr. [email protected] Advisory: American Airlines Flight Attendant Systemwide Picketing Event on Tuesday, January 24th (Euless, TX) — On Tuesday,…
Read More1.18.23 – 2023 Base Election Candidates & Duly Elected Representatives
Today, the APFA National Ballot Committee (NBC) retrieved the Willingness-To-Serves (WTS) for Base President, Base Vice President and Base Council Representatives. The NBC would like to thank all individuals who submitted a WTS for this year!
Read More1.18.23 – APFA ORD Base Brief – January 2023 Update
Wednesday, January 18, 2023 January 2023 Update Happy January, Chicago! 2023 is already shaking up to be a busy year. We hope the rest of 2023 will bring positive changes…
Read More1.18.23 – February 2023 PBS Bid Award Summary & Mis-Award Process
The February 2023 PBS Award Files will be available to view on the APFA website on or around Thursday, January 19.
Read More1.18.23 – Annual Vacation Buyback Awarded/Vacation Bidding Timelines
The Annual Vacation Buyback for 2023-24 vacation is now awarded. You may view your award in AVBA on the Summary page via Crew Portal > Monthly Bids > Vacation > Annual > Summary.
Read More1.18.23 – January 2023 APFA Negotiations Town Hall Begins Shortly
The APFA virtual Negotiations Town Hall will be held today, January 18th, from 2 pm until 3 pm (CT).
Read More1.18.23 – APFA LGA Base Brief – Employee Bus Poll
Wednesday, January 18, 2023 Employee Bus Poll Safety is always at the top of our minds as your local representatives. In discussions with the local management team, we have reviewed…
Read More1.17.23 – CAT Member Negotiations Town Hall Begins Shortly
Tuesday, January 17, 2023 The Contract ACTION Team Member only town hall will take place today, at 1:00 pm CST. As a reminder, a full membership town hall is scheduled for January 18th, at…
Read More1.17.23 – Reminder! Tomorrow: APFA Negotiations Town Hall
Your APFA Negotiating Committee is hosting a virtual Negotiations Town Hall tomorrow, Wednesday, January 18th, from 2 pm until 3 pm (CT). The Negotiating Committee will be discussing the status of negotiations.
Read More1.17.23 – Final Reminder: Willingness-To-Serve Notification for Base Representative Elections
Willingness-to-Serve notifications must be electronically submitted to APFA by tomorrow, January 18, 2023, at 1000 (CT). Paper submissions will not be accepted. Please follow all instructions on the form to correctly submit your WTS.
Read More1.17.23 – APFA EAP Peer Support Program
The APFA Employee Assistance, Professional Standards, and Critical Incident Response Team Program continues to evolve. We’d like to offer an update on the support and assistance available. A Peer Support Representative may be reached by calling the APFA EAP Helpline at (833) 214-2002, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Read More1.16.23 – Reminder! Tomorrow: CAT Member Negotiations Town Hall
Reminder! The Contract ACTION Team Member only town hall will take place tomorrow, January 17th, at 1:00 pm CST.
Read More1.16.23 – Celebrating the Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Today, we celebrate and honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., a civil rights activist who promoted civil disobedience (nonviolence) methodology to effect change. Dr. King pointed out the inequalities of segregation while stopping short of calling for violent confrontation, allowing for a middle-of-the-road reformation of civil rights.
Read More1.13.23 – APFA LGA Base Brief – DEL Crew Update
Friday, January 13, 2023 DEL Crew Update To the Flight Attendants healing in New Delhi; Your fAAmily in New York is committed to seeing your quick recovery and return. We…
Read More1.13.23 – APFA DFW Base Brief – New Year, New Contract
Friday, January 13, 2023 New Year, New Contract By now most of you have seen the latest Negotiations Update and it was disappointing. It is our expectation that management will negotiate in good faith.…
Read More1.13.23 – StayWell Rx
StayWell Rx is a prescription discount program through CVS Caremark. You, your spouse, and dependents covered by American Airlines health insurance plans are eligible to participate in this program.
Read More1.13.23 – Notification of Willingness-to-Serve for Ad Hoc to the Executive Committee
The APFA National Ballot Committee (NBC) would like to inform all members that there is a Willingness-to-Serve (WTS) posted on the APFA website for the position of Ad Hoc Member to the Executive Committee, Place #1 and #2.
Read More1.12.23 – Keep the Pressure On! January 24th Systemwide Picket!
Keep the Pressure On! Systemwide Picketing – Tuesday, January 24th, 2023, 11:00 am-1:00 pm (local time)
Read More1.12.23 – 2023-24 Annual Vacation Buyback Closes Tomorrow
The 2023-24 Annual Vacation Buyback process closes tomorrow, January 13th, at 1200 (CT). The awards will be posted no later than Wednesday, January 18th at 1200 (CT).
Read More1.11.23 – FAA Systems Causing Systemwide Delays
This morning, the FAA Notice to Air Missions (NOTAM) system experienced an outage, resulting in a nationwide ground stop. This has caused delays and cancelations for departures and arrivals into and within the United States. As of 0800 CT, the FAA reports that the system is back on line and departures have resumed.
Read More1.11.23 – APFA LAX Base Brief – February 2023 Staffing and Allocations
Wednesday, January 11, 2023 February 2023 Staffing and Allocations 2023 is here and we face old and new challenges as we bring in the New Year. Once again, this management…
Read More1.11.23 – APFA LGA Base Brief – First Day- EWR Terminal A
Wednesday, January 11, 2023 First Day- EWR Terminal A Tomorrow, Thursday, January 12, 2023, after weeks of delays and a much-anticipated move, we finally begin operating out of the newly…
Read More1.10.23 – APFA BOS Base Brief – New Year, New Contract
Tuesday, January 10, 2023 New Year, New Contract The latest Negotiations Update was disappointing and showed American Airlines’ true colors for how they continue to undervalue our work group. APFA’s proposals center…
Read More1.10.23 – Human Trafficking Awareness
Human trafficking is among the largest criminal industries in the world. Although it is difficult to know just how many people fall victim to trafficking, millions are living in modern slavery conditions. In the United States alone, it is estimated that there are 200,000 incidences of human trafficking each year.
Read More1.10.23 – APFA MIA Base Brief – MIA-TLV
Tuesday, January 10, 2023 MIA-TLV All, The MIA-TLV flight will be discontinued on March 24th because it is not financially viable despite healthy load factors. CDG and MVD will pause…
Read More1.09.23 – APFA PHX Base Brief – New Year, New Contract
Monday, January 9, 2023 New Year, New Contract The latest Negotiations Update was yet another blow from American Airlines, Flight Service, and their Labor Relations Team. APFA’s proposals center around flexibility enhancements…
Read More1.08.23 – Contract ACTION Team Member Negotiations Town Hall
Sunday, January 8, 2023 Hello Contract ACTION Team! Thank you for signing up as a member of the Contract ACTION Team. We would like to invite you to a virtual…
Read More1.08.23 – APFA LGA Base Brief – February 2023 Staffing and Allocations
Sunday, January 8, 2023 February 2023 Staffing and Allocations Happy New Year, New York. While we are working on many issues at the base, it is a priority for me to…
Read More1.08.23 – Third Quarter 2022 Executive Committee Meeting Minutes
Sunday, January 8, 2023 Third Quarter 2022 Executive Committee Meeting Minutes The APFA Third Quarter 2022 Executive Committee Meeting was held on Thursday, December 8, 2022. In accordance with the APFA Policy Manual,…
Read More1.07.23 – APFA MIA Base Brief – 4th Quarter Web Based Training Deadline
Saturday, January 7, 2023 4th Quarter Web Based Training Deadline All, The 4th quarter Web Based Training (WBT) must be completed by 11:59pm on Tuesday, January 10th. Flight Service has…
Read More1.06.23 – 2023-24 Annual Vacation Buyback Now Open
The Annual Vacation Buyback process is now open. It will close on Friday, January 13th, at 1200 (CT). In accordance with JCBA Section 8.F., Flight Attendants have the option to buyback a portion or all vacation days accrued during 2022 (carryover days are excluded).
Read More1.06.23 – Attendance in New York
Friday, January 6, 2023 Attendance in New York While I would like to write about more positive things, our careers are a top priority. While we have begun a new…
Read More1.06.23 – APFA PHX Base Brief – February 2023 Staffing and Allocations
Friday, January 6, 2023 February 2023 Staffing and Allocations Important Reminders: January 10 – Quarterly Web-Based Training (WBT) due by 11:59pm (CT) January 13 – Annual Vacation Buyback Closes at 12:00pm…
Read More1.05.23 – APFA Negotiations Town Hall – Wednesday, January 18, 2023
Your APFA Negotiating Committee is hosting a virtual Negotiations Town Hall on Wednesday, January 18th, from 2 pm until 3 pm (CT). The Negotiating Committee will be discussing the status of negotiations.
Read More1.05.23 – APFA DCA Base Brief – February 2023 Staffing and Allocations
Thursday, January 5, 2023 February 2023 Staffing and Allocations When PBS processing begins, if additional Line holders are needed, those with Reserve status will be changed to Line holder status…
Read More1.05.23 – APFA CLT Base Brief – February 2023 Staffing and Allocations
Thursday, January 5, 2023 February 2023 Staffing and Allocations Good day,We had the monthly call to discuss trips for February this week. February is almost a carbon copy of January. We saw…
Read More1.05.23 – APFA DCA Base Brief – New Year, New Contract
Thursday, January 5, 2023 New Year, New Contract The latest Negotiations Update was disappointing, and we expect management to negotiate in good faith. We all share the desire for improvements to our…
Read More1.05.23 – APFA PHL Base Brief – February 2023 Staffing and Allocations
Thursday, January 5, 2023 February 2023 PHL Staffing and Allocations Happy New Year, PHL! Our allocations call was on January 3, 2023. We have an increase in block hours to 137,092,…
Read More1.04.23 – First Reminder: Willingness-To-Serve Notification for Base Representative Elections
On December 19, 2022, the National Ballot Committee posted the Willingness-to-Serve (WTS) for Base President, Base Vice President, and Base Council Representative (BCR) for BOS, CLT, DCA, DFW, LAX, LGA, MIA, ORD, PHL, and PHX. Willingness-to-Serve notifications must be electronically submitted to APFA by January 18, 2023, at 1000 (CT).
Read More1.03.23 – APFA MIA Base Brief – February 2023 Staffing and Allocations
Tuesday, January 3, 2023 February 2023 Staffing and Allocations All, Heidi and I would like to wish everyone a Happy, Healthy, and Prosperous New Year! System block hours are up 12.7%…
Read More1.03.23 – APFA ORD Base Brief – February 2023 Staffing and Allocations
Tuesday, January 3, 2023 February 2023 Staffing and Allocations We hope everyone had a Happy New Year and holiday season, wherever you may have been. 2022 was filled with many surprises…
Read More1.01.23 – The ROTA Glitch That Stole New Year’s Eve
Company IT glitches continue. Yesterday, it was immediately clear that the Reserve Open Time Assignment (ROTA) award for January 1, 2023, was flawed. APFA immediately engaged with the Director of Crew Scheduling and other members of upper management. While we still don’t know what caused the issue, IT has been investigating to determine the root cause.
Read More1.01.23 – January Recognitions
Read about January holidays and celebrations including National Braille Literacy Month, Mahayana New Year, Maghi Muktsar, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Chinese New Year, and more
Read More1.01.23 – February 2023 Bidding Timelines
February bidding timeline including CQ bidding, vacation, TTS, etc.
Read More1.01.23 – APFA PHL Base Brief: New Year, New Contract
Sunday, January 1, 2023 New Year, New Contract The latest Negotiations Update was yet another blow from American Airlines, Flight Service, and their Labor Relations Team. APFA’s proposals center around…
Read More12.31.22 – Happy New Year From Your APFA Leadership
As 2022 comes to a close, we reflect on a productive year, and look forward to an equally busy 2023: welcomed New Hire Flight Attendants to American Airlines and APFA, action items, letters of agreements, FAR 10-hour Minimum Rest, and more
Read More12.29.22 – Logging Into the New APFA.org
We continue to receive reports that some members are experiencing issues with logging in to the new APFA website. We have confirmed success logging in if you try a different browser (Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Edge, IE).
Read More12.28.22 – Negotiations Update #20
Negotiations continued in November and December. During these sessions, the company and APFA exchanged updated proposals on Section 10- Scheduling. APFA also passed our opening proposal on Section 12 – Reserve.
Read More12.24.22 – APFA DCA Base Brief – Season’s Greetings
Saturday, December 24, 2022 – Christmas Eve Season’s Greetings
Read More12.23.22 – Happy Holidays from APFA!
Friday, December 23, 2022 APFA wishes you a happy holiday season, and a prosperous, healthy New Year! Click the image below for a holiday message from your APFA Leadership:
Read More12.23.22 – Minutes from the 2022 APFA Fall Board of Directors Meeting
The 2022 APFA Fall Board of Directors Meeting was held October 25 – 27, 2022, at APFA Headquarters. In accordance with the APFA Policy Manual, the official minutes of this meeting are now available on the APFA.org website.
Read More12.22.22 – How to File a DirectConnect for Holiday Pay Incentive
This morning the Company sent out a CCI message advising Flight Attendants that the Holiday Incentive Pay would be deposited only to their designated “Remainder” bank account.
Read More12.21.22 – APFA ORD Base Brief – November Incentive Credit (Banked Point)
Wednesday, December 21, 2022 Correction: November Incentive Credit (Banked Point) The recent November holiday incentive period was November 23rd-November 27th. If you worked a trip, or served all your reserve assignments…
Read More12.21.22 – Rescheduling Reminders: Winter Storm Elliott
Winter Storm Elliott could bring blizzard conditions to parts of the Great Lakes as well as high winds to the East Coast, affecting travel leading up to the holiday weekend. Bitterly cold air could reach Texas, the Gulf Coast and Florida. In the event of a cancellation or reschedule, we want you to have a clear understanding of your responsibilities, as well as Crew Scheduling’s obligations.
Read More12.20.22 – Coverage Needed (CN) Dates – January 2023
Coverage Needed (CN) is a term applied to a day in a bid month when not enough Flight Attendants bid in PBS to fly on that day. PBS will allow as many Flight Attendants to be off on a particular day as possible, whether it is a holiday or not.
Read More12.20.22 – APFA ORD Base Brief – Tuesday, December 20th, 2022
Tuesday, December 20, 2022 Hello, Chicago! December is always a busy time of year, and this year is no exception. As we approach the end of the year, there are…
Read More12.19.22 – Willingness-to-Serve for Base Representatives
Monday, December 19, 2022 Willingness-to-Serve for Base Representatives Election Notice Pursuant to Article VI, Section 2 of the APFA Constitution, Notifications of Willingness-to-Serve are now being accepted for the Base…
Read More12.18.22 – PBS Mis-Award Deadline Extended Due to IT Glitch
Sunday, December 18, 2022 PBS Mis-Award Deadline Extended Due to IT Glitch For the second month in a row, the PBS user interface (UI) failed at the exact moment Flight…
Read More12.18.22 – January 2023 PBS Bid Award Summary & Mis-Award Process
Sunday, December 18, 2022 January 2023 PBS Bid Award Summary & Mis-Award Process PBS Bid Award Summary click image to enlarge How to Read the Bid Award Summary How to Read Your…
Read More12.17.22 – February 2023 Monthly Vacation Buyback
Saturday, December 17, 2022 February 2023 Monthly Vacation Buyback The Company has decided to offer vacation buyback for the February 2023 contractual month, in accordance with JCBA Section 8.F.2. Flight Attendants…
Read More12.14.22 – APFA PHX Base Brief – December Update
Wednesday, December 14, 2022 APFA PHX Base Brief – December Update Save the Date! Systemwide Picketing Tuesday, January 24th, 2023 11:00 am -1:00 pm (local time) Reserve numbers are through the…
Read More12.13.22 – REAL ID Deadline Extended from May 3, 2023 to May 7, 2025
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced that it has delayed full enforcement of the Real ID. It was supposed to go into effect on May 3, 2023. Full enforcement will now take effect on May 7, 2025.
Read More12.13.22 – Holiday Tips/ Wings of Sobriety/ Available Resources
The holiday season is in full swing. So too are the celebrations which usually include alcohol. If you are hosting a holiday gathering, here are some tips you might want to keep in mind. If you need assistance, please take advantage of the resources available.
Read More12.12.22 – AA Management Violates Jury Duty Contract Language
Last week the company posted an updated Flight Attendant Jury Duty Guide and introduced a new Comply365 form for submitting a Jury Duty summons. In the guide, the company communicates a process for handling summonses that is in violation of contractual language…
Read More12.11.22 – APFA CLT Base Brief – December Reminders
Sunday, December 11, 2022 December Reminders Good day, Here are some reminders before the upcoming holiday flying begins. Critical Period and Holiday Pay The critical period for Christmas is December…
Read More12.09.22 – January 2023 Bidding Information
During PBS processing for the January 2023 awards, the holiday logic will be utilized for both Lineholders and Reserves when covering January 1st. If January 1st becomes a Coverage Needed (CN) day at your seniority, it will be weighted as more important than other CN days.
Read More12.09.22 – Save the Date! January 2023 Systemwide Picket!
Save the Date! Systemwide Picketing on Tuesday, January 24th, 2023 from 11:00 am-1:00 pm (local time) at your base. Please join us on Tuesday, January 24th, 2023, as we stand up to this management and secure improvements to our compensation, work rules, and work/life balance.
Read More12.09.22 – APFA LGA Base Brief – January 2023 Staffing and Allocations
Friday, December 9, 2022 January 2023 Staffing and Allocations click on any images below to enlarge CALL TO ACTION: Reserve numbers are out for January, and it is clear that the…
Read More12.08.22 – APFA.org Login Assistance
We are receiving reports that some members may be experiencing issues with logging in. In most cases, browsers may have cached the old website or login details. Please clear your cache or use a different browser and try logging in again with the temporary password provided.
Read More12.08.22 – Third Quarter 2022 – APFA Executive Committee Meeting Final Agenda
Today, APFA National President Julie Hedrick called to order the 2022 Third Quarter meeting of the APFA Executive Committee. The assembly approved the agenda.
Read More12.08.22 – FMLA Caregiver Presidential Grievance Settlement
As previously reported, the APFA SBA Department prepared for the FMLA Caregiver Presidential Grievance scheduled for December 6, 2022. After numerous discussions, the parties were able to settle.
Read More12.08.22 – 2023 Base Representative Elections
The APFA National Ballot Committee has focused over the last year on making several positive changes to key areas of the balloting process and modernizing behind the scenes.
Read More12.07.22 -2022 Third Quarter Executive Committee Tentative Agenda
The regularly scheduled APFA Third Quarter 2022 Executive Committee Meeting will be held on Thursday, December 8, 2022, at APFA Headquarters.
Read More12.07.22 – New APFA.org Login Credentials
Today, we sent a hotline introducing the new APFA website. With the launch of the new APFA.org, your previous login information is no longer valid. When navigating APFA.org, select Login, and then enter your temporary credentials.
Read More12.07.22 – Announcing the Newly Redesigned APFA.org
The newly redesigned APFA website is now live! The new design incorporates updates and changes designed to make the information you need easily accessible.
Read More12.06.22 – APFA DCA Base Brief – January 2023 Staffing and Allocations
Tuesday, December 6, 2022 January 2023 Staffing and Allocations January 2023 – Initial Reserve Seniority January 2023 Bidding Timelines DCA: 34,315 flying hours (-955 month over month) IAD: 2,632 (+3)…
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Read More12.05.22 – APFA CLT Base Brief – January 2023 Staffing and Allocations
Monday, December 5, 2022 ACTION ITEM: Send a letter to Kipp Stoneman, Managing Director of Crew Workforce & Schedule Planning; Chip Mayer, Director of Crew Schedule Planning; and Anne Moroni, Vice President of…
Read More12.05.22 – APFA DCA Base Brief – January 2023 Staffing and Allocations
Monday, December 5, 2022 ACTION ITEM: Send a letter to Kipp Stoneman, Managing Director of Crew Workforce & Schedule Planning; Chip Mayer, Director of Crew Schedule Planning; and Anne Moroni, Vice President of…
Read More12.04.22 – APFA PHX Base Brief – January 2023 Staffing and Allocations
Sunday, December 4, 2022 ACTION ITEM: Send a letter to Kipp Stoneman, Managing Director of Crew Workforce & Schedule Planning; Chip Mayer, Director of Crew Schedule Planning; and Anne Moroni, Vice President of…
Read More12.04.22 – APFA DFW Base Brief – January 2023 Staffing and Allocations
Sunday, December 4, 2022 ACTION ITEM: Send a letter to Kipp Stoneman, Managing Director of Crew Workforce & Schedule Planning; Chip Mayer, Director of Crew Schedule Planning; and Anne Moroni, Vice President of…
Read More12.04.22 – APFA PHL Base Brief – January 2023 Staffing and Allocations
Sunday, December 4, 2022 ACTION ITEM: Send a letter to Kipp Stoneman, Managing Director of Crew Workforce & Schedule Planning; Chip Mayer, Director of Crew Schedule Planning; and Anne Moroni, Vice President of…
Read More12.04.22 – APFA ORD Base Brief – January 2023 Staffing and Allocations
Sunday, December 4, 2022 ACTION ITEM: Send a letter to Kipp Stoneman, Managing Director of Crew Workforce & Schedule Planning; Chip Mayer, Director of Crew Schedule Planning; and Anne Moroni, Vice President of…
Read More12.04.22 – APFA LAX Base Brief – January 2023 Staffing and Allocations
Sunday, December 4, 2022 ACTION ITEM: Send a letter to Kipp Stoneman, Managing Director of Crew Workforce & Schedule Planning; Chip Mayer, Director of Crew Schedule Planning; and Anne Moroni, Vice President of…
Read More12.04.22 – APFA MIA Base Brief – January 2023 Staffing and Allocations
Sunday, December 4, 2022 ACTION ITEM: Send a letter to Kipp Stoneman, Managing Director of Crew Workforce & Schedule Planning; Chip Mayer, Director of Crew Schedule Planning; and Anne Moroni, Vice President of…
Read More12.04.22 – Action Item: Send a letter to Crew Workforce and Schedule Planning
ACTION ITEM: Send a letter to Kipp Stoneman, Managing Director of Crew Workforce & Schedule Planning; Chip Mayer, Director of Crew Schedule Planning; and Anne Moroni, Vice President of Operations Planning and Performance, and tell them we are sick and tired of being ignored!
Read More12.01.22 – December Recognitions
Learn about Universal Month for Human Rights, Islamophobia Awareness Month (IAM), International Day of Abolition of Slavery, Bodhi Day, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, and Christmas.
Read More12.01.22 – Changes to Known Crewmember (KCM)
Several blogs and rumors are going around about the Known Crewmember (KCM) program and its future. Known Crewmember is not going away. Instead, the program’s name will change to Expedited Crew Access (ECA), and the same risk-based alternate screening will continue as it is today.
Read More12.01.22 – January 2023 Bidding Timelines
Bidding timeline including vacation, CQ, PBS, TTS and more dates
Read More11.30.22 – Flight Attendants Stand with Rail Workers | Call Your Senators Now
Flight Attendants stand with Railroad Workers. Their fight is our fight! Railroad workers are under the Railway Labor Act – the same labor law we fall under. We are working hand in hand with Flight Attendants across the industry, including our sister union AFA-CWA, to tell Congress to correct this now.
Read More11.30.22 – APFA PHL Base Brief: Happy Holidays
Wednesday, November 30, 2022 Happy Holidays It’s that time of year when we take time to spend with family and friends celebrating the season. As Flight Attendants, we have dedicated…
Read More11.25.22 – APFA Celebrates Native American Heritage Month
November is Native American Heritage Month. In recognition of the significant contributions made by Native Americans and their part in the growth of this country, we celebrate those Native Americans who choose to serve as representatives in our United States government.
Read More11.24.22 – Happy Thanksgiving from Your APFA Leadership
To all APFA Flight Attendants, thank you for the integrity and honor you bring to our profession every time you take to the skies. From all of us at APFA, we wish you and yours a safe and enjoyable Thanksgiving Day.
Read More11.23.22 – Holiday Pay FAQ’s
Wednesday, November 23, 2022 Holiday Pay FAQ’s Today, November 23rd, 2022, is the first holiday date that qualifies for the new Holiday Pay language in JCBA 3.J. This new language was negotiated…
Read More11.22.22 – Coverage Needed (CN) Dates – December 2022
PBS will allow as many Flight Attendants to be off on a particular day (whether it’s a holiday or not) as possible but will reach a point it has to start forcing coverage as it cannot finish the award process with the number of pairings that remain in open time.
Read More11.20.22 – 10-Hour Rest & Domestic Home Base Rest for Lineholders
As we approach the December 2nd implementation of Flight Attendant FAR 10-hour minimum rest, we want to recap what we’ve already shared and expand on how this new rule will impact domestic scheduling for Lineholders.
Read More11.19.22 – What Do We Want? Contract! When Do We Want It? Now!
On November 15th, hundreds of Flight Attendants in eleven bases across the system joined in the first of a series of solidarity events to show American Airlines Management that we are ready for a Contract Now!
Read More11.19.22 – APFA EAP Professional Standards Update – November 19, 2022
APFA Employee Assistance Program (EAP) peer volunteers are trained in Professional Standards and available to you in each base. The APFA EAP Professional Standards operates as a self-help aid among flying partners by providing conflict resolution strategies to those in need.
Read More11.18.22 – Minutes from the October 27, 2022 Special EC Meeting
APFA held a Special Executive Committee Meeting on October 27, 2022, in the APFA Vice President’s Conference Room in Euless, TX. In accordance with the APFA Policy Manual, the official minutes and resolutions of this meeting are now available on the APFA.org website.
Read More11.18.22 – December 2022 PBS Bid Award Summary & Mis-Award Process
The December 2022 PBS Award Files will be available to view on the APFA website on or around Saturday, November 19th. PBS Award File Video Tutorials are located on the Scheduling page of the APFA website.
Read More11.18.22 – APFA PHL Base Brief: PHL Day of Action
Friday, November 18, 2022 PHL Day of Action This week’s systemwide “Day of Action” saw Flight Attendants from every base, including aviation workers from other carriers, in a show of solidarity…
Read More11.18.22 – Twenty-Nine Years Later: Remembering the Strike of ’93
Friday, November 18, 2022 Twenty-Nine Years Later: Remembering the Strike of ’93 Twenty-nine years ago today, Flight Attendants led one of the most successful airline industry strikes when they walked…
Read More11.16.22 – APFA ORD Base Brief – Wednesday, November 16th
Wednesday, November 16, 2022 Happy November, Chicago! Winter is finally here. We want to take the opportunity to remind everyone in Chicago about a few hot topics. Picketing Event Thank…
Read More11.16.22 – APFA Virtual Membership Meeting Recording: November 8, 2022
Wednesday, November 16, 2022 APFA Virtual Membership Meeting Recording: November 8, 2022 Your National Leadership, Department Chairs, and Committee Members hold quarterly virtual membership updates, so you stay up-to-date with…
Read More11.14.22 – APFA PHX Base Brief – Are you Ready for ACTION Tomorrow? **Updated Location**
Monday, November 14, 2022 Are you Ready for ACTION Tomorrow? **Updated Location** PHX Sky Harbor International Airport ***Northwest*** Side of Terminal 4 Level 2 See you tomorrow! In Solidarity, Robin…
Read More11.14.22 – Systemwide Informational Picketing: “We are Ready!”
Systemwide Informational Picketing – Tomorrow, November 15th – 11:00 am – 1:00 pm (local time)
Read More11.14.22 – American Airlines Flight Attendants to Picket Over Management’s Rejection of Contract Improvements
APFA Press Release Monday, November 14, 2022 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Paul Hartshorn, Jr. [email protected] American Airlines Flight Attendants to Picket Over Management’s Rejection of Contract Improvements (Euless, TX)…
Read More11.13.22 – Remembering Retired APA Members Terry Barker and Len Root
Sunday, November 13, 2022 Remembering Retired APA Members Terry Barker and Len Root Yesterday, we witnessed the horrific collision of a Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress and a Bell P-63 Kingcobra…
Read More11.12.22 – APFA LGA Base Brief – Remembering Our Colleagues: AA 587 – November 12, 2001
Saturday, November 12, 2022 As we approach yet another anniversary of that dreadful day, I would like to convey the meaning each of you has in our hearts and lives.…
Read More11.11.22 – APFA DFW Base Brief – December 2021 DFW Coverage Needed (CN) Dates
Friday, November 11, 2022 December 2021 DFW Coverage Needed (CN) Dates Our apologies for any confusion regarding the Coverage Needed (CN) Days portion of the recent Contract/Scheduling Hotline. The correct…
Read More11.11.22 – APFA DCA Base Brief – Remembering DCA FSM Sheilah Fraites
Friday, November 11, 2022 Remembering DCA FSM Sheilah Fraites It is with great sadness that we share with you the passing of Washington, D.C. Senior Flight Service Manager Sheilah Fraites. Sheilah…
Read More11.11.22 – Honoring America’s Veterans
Throughout history, the brave United States Armed Forces members have fought to secure our freedoms in wartime and peace. We honor and thank all veterans, including our APFA members, who have served and continue to serve in combat.
Read More11.10.22 – Systemwide Informational Picketing Locations
Thursday, November 10, 2022 Systemwide Informational Picketing Tuesday, November 15th 11:00 am – 1:00 pm (local time) “We are Ready!” Are you Ready for ACTION? Have you Had Enough? Picketing Do’s and…
Read More11.10.22 – Advisory: American Airlines Flight Attendant Systemwide Picketing Event on Tuesday, November 15th
(Euless, TX) — On Tuesday, November 15, 2022, American Airlines Flight Attendants, represented by the Association of Professional Flight Attendants (APFA), will hold picketing events at eleven Flight Attendant bases across the United States.
Read More11.10.22 – December PBS Bidding Tips and Reminders
Holiday bidding always presents unique challenges. We want to review some PBS basics as you prepare to bid for your December schedule. In this hotline, click on the links below to navigate directly to the topic of interest.
Read More11.10.22 – Negotiations Update #19
During these sessions, the company and APFA exchanged updated proposals on Section 10- Scheduling. APFA also passed our opening proposal on Section 12 – Reserve.
Read More11.09.22 – 10-Hour Rest Goes Into Effect December 2, 2022
Last week, APFA received confirmation that the Company will implement Flight Attendant FAR 10-hour minimum rest with sequences originating on Friday, December 2nd and beyond.
Read More11.09.22 – APFA DFW Base Brief – DFW Informational Picketing
Wednesday, November 9, 2022 DFW Informational Picketing We are less than one week away from our picket at DFW – Are you ready? Are you ready to tell American that enough…
Read More11.09.22 – Virtual Membership Meeting Begins Shortly
APFA will be hosting a Virtual Membership Meeting today, from 11:00am until 12:30pm (CT).
Read More11.08.22 – APFA Virtual Membership Meeting Tomorrow, November 9th, 2022
APFA will be hosting a Virtual Membership Meeting tomorrow, November 9th, from 11:00am until 12:30pm (CT).
Read More11.08.22 – APFA PHX Base Brief – December 2022 Staffing and Allocations
Tuesday, November 8, 2022 December 2022 Staffing and Allocations APFA Flight Attendants and our union siblings will be visibly supporting our Negotiating Committee in our pursuit of a contract that recognizes…
Read More11.07.22 – APFA CLT Base Brief – December 2022 Staffing and Allocations
Monday, November 7, 2022 December 2022 Staffing and Allocations Good day, We had our monthly call to discuss the trips for December, and there were only a few surprises. There is…
Read More11.07.22 – APFA DCA Base Brief – December 2022 Staffing and Allocations
Monday, November 7, 2022 December 2022 Staffing and Allocations When PBS processing begins, if additional Lineholders are needed, those with Reserve status will be changed to Lineholder status in the following…
Read More11.05.22 – Daylight Saving Time Ends Tomorrow Morning
It’s time to “Fall Back.” Daylight Saving Time ends here in the United States when we return to standard time at 2 am tomorrow.
Read More11.04.22 – APFA PHL Base Brief – December 2022 Staffing and Allocations
Friday, November 4, 2022 December 2022 PHL Staffing and Allocations December does look a little different than November. We will have domestic 787 flying. ODANs are back for the last two…
Read More11.04.22 – APFA ORD Base Brief – December 2022 Staffing and Allocations
Friday, November 4, 2022 December 2022 Staffing and Allocations Happy November, Chicago! It is already time to bid for December. We want to start by welcoming any of our SFO…
Read More11.04.22 – 2023 Annual Enrollment Ends Tonight
You have until 11:59pm (CT) tonight to elect your 2023 benefits. Go to myenrollment.aa.com and click on “Enroll” to complete the enrollment process.
Read More11.04.22 – APFA DCA Base Brief – Congratulations, Bette Nash, on 65 Years!
Friday, November 4, 2022 Congratulations, Bette Nash, on 65 Years! Today marks 65 years of flying for DCA-based Flight Attendant Bette Nash. Bette began her career in 1957 with Eastern…
Read More11.03.22 – APFA MIA Base Brief – December 2022 Staffing and Allocations
Thursday, November 3, 2022 December 2022 Staffing and Allocations All, The total headcount in Miami for December will be 3,333. Last December the headcount was 2,904. We are just about 500…
Read More11.03.22 – APFA Virtual Membership Meeting: Wednesday, November 9, 2022
APFA will be hosting a Virtual Membership Meeting on Wednesday, November 9th, from 11:00am until 12:30pm (CT).
Read More11.02.22 – Staying Healthy During the Flu Season
Wednesday, November 2, 2022 Staying Healthy During the Flu Season The flu season is here, and we want to remind you to take particular care of your health and the…
Read More11.01.22 – APFA MIA Base Brief – November 15th Picketing
Tuesday, November 1, 2022 November 15th Picketing All, The APFA Negotiating Committee is expected to pass proposals on economic issues such as compensation, retirement, and 401k contributions in the coming…
Read More11.01.22 – APFA Employee Assistance Program: New Confidential Phone Line
**New** Confidential Phone Line: A trained EAP peer representative is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by calling the new confidential phone line: (833) 214-2002
Read More11.01.22 – APFA SFO Base In-Person Retirement Seminar Tomorrow
Tuesday, November 1, 2022 APFA SFO Base In-Person Retirement Seminar Tomorrow Wednesday, November 2nd 10:00am – 12:00pm (Pacific Time) T2 Tunnel- D Conference Room The announcement of the base closure at SFO…
Read More11.01.22 – December 2022 Bidding Timelines
View the bidding timeline for December including CQ, vacation, LRD, TTS and more
Read More11.01.22 – APFA PHL Base Brief – A Message From Tracey and John
Tuesday, November 1, 2022 Dear Philadelphia Flight Attendants, If history has taught us anything, it has taught us that change can and will come swiftly. On November 1st, Kim Kaswinkel,…
Read More10.31.22 – 2023 Annual Enrollment Ends Friday
2023 Annual Enrollment continues through November 4, 2022. You have until 11:59pm (CT) on Friday, November 4 to elect your 2023 benefits. Go to myenrollment.aa.com and click on “Enroll” to get started.
Read More10.31.22 – November Recognitions
Monday, October 31, 2022 November Recognitions November is Native American Heritage Month. This month is also referred to as the American Indian and Alaska Native Heritage Month. The first time American…
Read More10.30.22 – APFA 2022 Fall Board of Directors Meeting Recap
The APFA Annual Board of Directors Convention was held at APFA Headquarters on October 26th-27th, 2022. Read the recap
Read More10.29.22 – Known Crewmember (KCM) Random Screening Survey
We continue to see an uptick in random screenings across the network, potentially impacting our ability to help run a reliable operation. This survey intends to gather accurate data from you to better understand the impact these random screenings have.
Read More10.28.22 – Systemwide Informational Picketing Reminder
Systemwide Informational Picketing – Tuesday, November 15th – 11:00 am – 1:00 pm (local time)
Read More10.27.22 – APFA Regional Representative Appointments
Today, a Special Executive Committee meeting was held at APFA Headquarters to confirm the appointments of two new Regional Representatives.
Read More10.27.22 – APFA PHL Base Brief – A Message From Kim
Thursday, October 27, 2022 Dear Philadelphia Flight Attendants, After many conversations and much consideration, I have been appointed to and accepted a position in the System Board of Adjustment (SBA)…
Read More10.26.22 – APFA Special Executive Committee Meeting: October 27, 2022
APFA will be holding a Special Executive Committee Meeting on Thursday, October 27, 2022. In accordance with APFA Policy Manual 4.A.1.a.(1), the tentative agenda for this meeting is now available.
Read More10.26.22 – APFA SFO Base In-Person Retirement Seminar Next Week
Wednesday, October 26, 2022 APFA SFO Base In-Person Retirement Seminar Next Week Wednesday, November 2nd 10:00am – 12:00pm (Pacific Time) T2 Tunnel- D Conference Room The announcement of the base closure at SFO…
Read More10.26.22 – 2022 APFA Fall Board of Directors Meeting Final Agenda
This morning, APFA National President Julie Hedrick called to order the 2022 APFA Fall Board of Directors Convention at APFA Headquarters. The assembly approved the final agenda, which you may view.
Read More10.26.22 – APFA ORD Base Brief – Voting Information + Illinois Amendment 1
Wednesday, October 26, 2022 Voting Information + Illinois Amendment 1 Happy Fall ORD! We hope you are enjoying the changing of colors and cooler weather. With the Fall season also…
Read More10.27.22 (Special EC Meeting)
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Read More10.21.22 – 2023 Annual Enrollment Ends November 4th
2023 Annual Enrollment continues through November 4, 2022. You have until 11:59pm (CT) on Friday, November 4 to elect your 2023 benefits.
Read More10.21.22 – Coverage Needed (CN) Dates – November 2022
Coverage Needed (CN) is a term applied to a day in a bid month when not enough Flight Attendants bid in PBS to fly on that day. PBS will allow as many Flight Attendants to be off on a particular day as possible, whether it is a holiday or not.
Read More10.18.22 – November 2022 PBS Bid Award Summary & Mis-Award Process
November 2022 PBS bid award summary, mis-award process, PBS award file, and tips
Read More10.18.22 – 2022 APFA Fall Board of Directors Meeting Tentative Agenda
The APFA Fall Board of Directors Meeting will be held on October 25-27, 2022, at APFA Headquarters. In accordance with the APFA Policy Manual, the Tentative Agenda for this meeting is now available on APFA.org.
Read More10.25.22 – 10.27.22 (Fall Board Meeting)
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Read More10.18.22 – APFA ORD Base Brief – October 2022 Update
Tuesday, October 18, 2022 October 2022 Update Happy October, Chicago! APFA announced last week that we are #ReadyforACTION and will hold informational pickets across our bases on November 15th. Let…
Read More10.14.22 – New! PBS Award Files Available for All Bases
In a continuing effort to increase transparency and accountability within the company’s bidding systems, we are pleased to announce that APFA’s IT team has finished creating a searchable database for reviewing PBS award files for all bases.
Read More10.13.22 – SFO Virtual Town Hall Q & A
Thursday, October 13, 2022 SFO Virtual Town Hall Q & A On October 6th, APFA National and Base Leadership held a virtual town hall to answer questions about the San Francisco base…
Read More10.13.22 – Reminder: Preferential Bid System (PBS) Training And Refresher Class Tomorrow
Thursday, October 13, 2022 Preferential Bid System (PBS) Training and Refresher Class Friday, October 14, 2022 11am – 4pm (EDT) In Person Attendees please meet at: Concourse C – Hub…
Read More10.14.22 – 2023 Annual Enrollment | Now Through November 4th
2023 Annual Enrollment runs now through November 4, 2022. You will have until 11:59pm (CT) on Friday, November 4 to elect your 2023 benefits.
Read More10.12.22 – It’s Time to Turn up the Heat on American Airlines
Union Proposals: Rejected! Systemwide Informational Picketing – November 15th, 2022 at 11:00 am-1:00 pm (local time). Register here!
Read More10.12.22 – Updates to SFO Transfer Bidding
Wednesday, October 12, 2022 Updates to SFO Transfer Bidding – Including Option to Void September Award Since the September 14, 2022, announcement of the SFO base closure, Flight Attendants facing…
Read More10.12.22 – APFA SFO In-Person Retirement Seminar
Wednesday, October 12, 2022 San Francisco In-Person Retirement Seminar Wednesday, November 2nd, 2022 10:00am – 12:00pm (Pacific Time) T2 Tunnel- D Conference Room The announcement of the base closure at SFO has shocked…
Read More10.11.22 – APFA PHX Base Brief – November 2022 Staffing and Allocations
Tuesday, October 11, 2022 November 2022 Allocations and Staffing On Monday, October 3, 2022, APFA Base representation had the monthly staffing and allocations call with the Company. On this call…
Read More10.10.22 – Breast Cancer Awareness Month
The National Breast Cancer Foundation reports that a woman is diagnosed with breast cancer every two minutes. Women are much more likely to get breast cancer than men. In 2022, about 339,000 breast cancer diagnoses for women and about 2,710 new cases for men.
Read More10.10.22 – APFA CLT Base Brief – Parking Deck Delays
Monday, October 10, 2022 CLT Parking Deck Delays Good day, The airport construction has been a challenge for everyone these past few days. The traffic backups have caused a nightmare…
Read More10.09.22 – APFA PHX Base Brief – Employee Parking
Sunday, October 9, 2022 APFA PHX Base Hot Flash PHX Employee Parking PHX employee parking is often a hot topic. However, over the last few days, the heat has been turned…
Read More10.08.22 – New Contractual Holiday Pay Begins in November
Holiday pay will be paid to all Flight Attendants, both Reserves and Lineholders, working on a designated holiday, regardless of how you obtained the trip.
Read More10.08.22 – APFA LGA Base Brief – November 2022 Staffing and Allocations
Saturday, October 8, 2022 November 2022 Staffing and Allocations click on any images below to enlarge Important APFA Reporting Links Rescheduling Issues Early Boarding Scheduling System Issues Report Form Hot Cabin…
Read More10.08.22 – APFA SFO Base Virtual Town Hall Recording
Saturday, October 8, 2022 SFO Base Virtual Town Hall Recording On October 6th, APFA National and Base Leadership held a virtual town hall to answer questions about the San Francisco…
Read More10.07.22 – APFA DFW Base Brief – November 2022 Staffing and Allocations
Friday, October 7, 2022 November 2022 Staffing and Allocations ***Staffing Information is Preliminary and Subject to Change*** Staffing Information Active Headcount: 6,510 Available Headcount: 6,008 Bid Jobs/Line Holders: 4,920 Reserves: 1,173…
Read More10.07.22 – Reminder: Preferential Bid System (PBS) Training and Refresher Class: October 14th
Friday, October 7, 2022 Reminder: Preferential Bid System (PBS) Training and Refresher Class Friday, October 14, 2022 11am – 4pm (EDT) In Person Attendees please meet at: Concourse C – Hub…
Read More10.07.22 – APFA DCA Base Brief – November 2022 Staffing and Allocations
Friday, October 7, 2022 November 2022 Staffing and Allocations When PBS processing begins, if additional Lineholders are needed, those with Reserve status will be changed to Lineholder status in the following…
Read More10.06.22 – APFA CLT Base Brief – November 2022 Staffing and Allocations
Thursday, October 6, 2022 November 2022 Staffing and Allocations Good day, We had our monthly call with the company to discuss the schedule for November. Since we have moved into a winter…
Read More10.06.22 – APFA SFO Base Virtual Town Hall Begins Shortly
Thursday, October 6, 2022 San Francisco Virtual Town Hall The APFA virtual town hall for San Francisco-based Flight Attendants will be held today, from 10:00 am until 11:00 am (PT). How…
Read More10.06.22 – Flight Attendant Drug And Alcohol Program (FADAP): Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
The days are getting shorter with less light as we head into fall. As this change occurs, do you find yourself: Feeling listless, sad, or blue? Losing interest in activities you once enjoyed? Having low energy and feeling sluggish?
Read More10.05.22 – Reminder: APFA SFO Base Virtual Town Hall Tomorrow
Wednesday, October 5, 2022 San Francisco Virtual Town Hall Thursday, October 6th 10:00 am – 11:00 am (Pacific Time) APFA will hold a virtual town hall for San Francisco-based Flight Attendants…
Read More10.04.22 – APFA PHL Base Brief – November 2022 Staffing and Allocations
Tuesday, October 4, 2022 November 2022 PHL Staffing and Allocations The allocations for PHL are not surprising. We have seen the pull-down of all the seasonal IPDs. We do have domestic…
Read More10.04.22 – APFA ORD Base Brief – November 2022 Staffing and Allocations
Tuesday, October 4, 2022 November 2022 Staffing and Allocations Hello Chicago! This year has flown by, it is almost 2023. The holiday travel will soon be here. We want to…
Read More10.04.22 – Reminder: Upcoming SFO Base Virtual Town Hall
Tuesday, October 4, 2022 San Francisco Virtual Town Hall Thursday, October 6th 10:00 am – 11:00 am (Pacific Time) APFA will hold a virtual town hall for San Francisco-based Flight Attendants…
Read More10.04.22 – American Airlines Flight Attendant Union Applauds Implementation of 10-Hour Minimum Rest Provision
“Today, nearly four years later exactly, we are pleased to share that the FAR 10-hour non-reducible minimum rest will finally become a reality,” said Julie Hedrick, National President of the Association of Professional Flight Attendants.
Read More10.04.22 – Government Affairs Update: 10-Hour Rest Provision Clears Final Hurdles
After years of delays, APFA received word that the Federal Aviation Regulation (FAR) legislation, which increases Flight Attendant FAR rest from eight hours minimum rest hours to ten hours, will be implemented in early 2023.
Read More10.03.22 – APFA MIA Base Brief – November 2022 Staffing and Allocations
Monday, October 3, 2022 November 2022 Staffing and Allocations All, Our headcount continues to grow as we are adding New Hire classes each week. Our total headcount is 3,189, down about 700…
Read More10.03.22 – First Reminder: REAL ID Deadline is May 3, 2023
Beginning May 3, 2023, if you plan to use your state-issued ID or driver’s license to enter KCM® or TSA checkpoints, it must be REAL ID-compliant.
Read More10.03.22 – Election 2022: Are You Registered to Vote?
Registering to vote only takes a minute. If you haven’t voted in a while or if you’ve moved recently, you will need to re-register to keep your registration up to date.
Read More10.02.22 – Hurricane Ian- Letter of Agreement
APFA has reached a Letter of Agreement (LOA) with the company to provide some special arrangements for Flight Attendants based in MIA and CLT, as well as those that commute from those areas.
Read More10.01.22 – APFA MIA Base Brief – Hurricane Ian Letter of Agreement
Saturday, October 1, 2022 Hurricane Ian- Letter of Agreement All, We have reached a Letter of Agreement for Hurricane Ian. The Company was unwilling to offer any pay protection outside of the…
Read More10.01.22 – November 2022 Bidding Timelines
November 2022 Bidding Timelines: CQ, Vacation, PBS, etc.
Read More10.01.22 – APFA SFO Base Virtual Town Hall: New Date and Time
Saturday, October 1, 2022 San Francisco Virtual Town Hall New Date and Time: Thursday, October 6th 10:00 am – 11:00 am (Pacific Time) Due to unforeseen scheduling conflicts, the APFA virtual town…
Read More10.01.22 – October Recognitions
October recognitions including Global Diversity Awareness Month, Filipino-American History Month, German-American Heritage Month, Italian-American Heritage Month, Polish-American Heritage Month, and many more.
Read More10.01.22 – Preferential Bid System (PBS) Training and Refresher Class: October 14th
Saturday, October 1, 2022 Preferential Bid System (PBS) Training and Refresher Class Friday, October 14, 2022 11am – 4pm (EDT) In Person Attendees please meet at: Concourse C – Hub…
Read More9.30.22 – 2023 Annual Enrollment Begins October 13
Beginning Monday, October 3rd, you can go to my.aa.com to view the 2023 Annual Enrollment guide. 2023 Annual Enrollment will take place from October 13 to November 4.
Read More9.30.22 – Exclusive Supplemental Benefit Enrollment Ends Tonight at 7pm (Central Time)
The exclusive supplemental benefit offering for all APFA members ends today! American Public Life (APL) has joined Aflac® as a supplemental benefits administrator for upcoming insurance offerings.
Read More9.29.22 – Turbulence-Related Injuries
One of the most significant challenges experienced during the fall and winter seasons is inclement weather, which often leads to turbulence. Always remain seated and secure yourself when encountering turbulence as quickly as possible.
Read More9.29.22 – The Importance of a Contact List
If a problem should arise and you need someone to reach out to on your behalf, sharing important contacts with your loved ones, friends, and living partners is a smart idea.
Read More9.28.22 – APFA SFO Base Virtual Town Hall – Tuesday, October 4th, 2022
Wednesday, September 28, 2022 San Francisco Virtual Town Hall Tuesday, October 4th 11:00am – 12:00pm (Pacific Time) APFA will hold a virtual town hall for San Francisco-based Flight Attendants on Tuesday,…
Read More9.28.22 – APFA Virtual Retirement Town Hall Recording – Medicare Edition
On Monday, September 19th, APFA hosted a special Medicare Edition of our Virtual Retirement Town Hall. The recording is now available.
Read More9.28.22 – Celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month – Spotlight: Derek Chavez
National Hispanic Heritage Month celebrates the contributions, heritage, and culture of Hispanic and Latino Americans. National Hispanic Heritage Month is observed from September 15th to October 15th.
Read More9.28.22 – APFA LGA Base Brief – Hurricane Ian
Wednesday, September 28, 2022 IMPORTANT LGA BASE BRIEF HURRICANE IAN As hurricane IAN approached the coast of Florida, I understood that some flight attendants have family members, property, and other…
Read More9.27.22 – APFA MIA Base Brief – Hurricane Ian
Tuesday, September 27, 2022 Hurricane Ian All, As Hurricane Ian approaches Florida, please make sure you take the precautionary steps to safeguard your home and family. Hurricanes can shift and…
Read More9.27.22 – Hurricane Ian: Rescheduling Reminders
Cancellations and delays due to Hurricane Ian may negatively impact our Flight Attendant sequences.
Read More9.27.22 – Last Sequence of the Month Pay and Credit
There are provisions of JCBA Section 10.L that apply to your last trip (or last series of trips) of the month. If your last sequence (or series of sequences) of the month cancels in its entirety, you are pay protected for the entire sequence.
Read More9.27.22 – APFA Virtual Membership Meeting Recording: September 14, 2022
Your National Leadership, Department Chairs, and Committee Members hold quarterly virtual membership updates, so you stay up-to-date with current events affecting each department. Video now available.
Read More9.27.22 – Exclusive Supplemental Benefit Offering for All APFA Members Extended Through Friday
Dues to high demand, the exclusive supplemental benefit offering for all APFA members has been extended through Friday, September 30th!
Read More9.26.22 – APFA Reaches Letter of Agreement for San Francisco
Monday, September 26, 2022 APFA Reaches Letter of Agreement (LOA) for San Francisco From the moment the company abruptly announced the closure of the SFO base, APFA leadership on the…
Read More9.25.22 – Coverage Needed (CN) Dates – October 2022
Coverage Needed (CN) is a term applied to a day in a bid month when not enough Flight Attendants bid in PBS to fly on that day. PBS will allow as many Flight Attendants to be off on a particular day as possible, whether it is a holiday or not.
Read More9.23.22 – Final Reminder: Exclusive Supplemental Benefit Offering For All APFA Members
The exclusive supplemental benefit offering for all APFA members ends today! American Public Life (APL) has joined Aflac® as a supplemental benefits administrator for upcoming insurance offerings.
Read More9.22.22 – Action Item: Urge AA Management To Reconsider Uprooting The Lives Of SFO Flight Attendants
Last week, American management announced the closure of the San Francisco Flight Attendant base, disrupting the lives of 403 Flight Attendants and their families.
Read More9.22.22 – American Airlines Flight Attendants Restrain Unruly And Abusive Passenger
Yesterday, we witnessed more dangerous, life-threatening behavior towards a Flight Attendant in the not-so-friendly skies. This time it was onboard American Airlines Flight 377 from San José del Cabo, Mexico, to Los Angeles, CA.
Read More9.21.22 – San Francisco Transfer Information
Wednesday, September 21, 2022 Bidding for a Transfer Out of San Francisco Flight Attendants facing displacement from SFO due to the base closure announced last week understandably have many questions.…
Read More9.21.22 – APFA Regional Representative Openings
APFA is accepting résumés for two (2) Regional Representative positions. The deadline to submit your résumé will be Monday, October 24, 2022, at 0900 (CT).
Read More9.21.22 – APFA DFW Base Brief – October 2022 Staffing and Allocations
Wednesday, September 21, 2022 October 2022 Staffing and Allocations ***Staffing Information is Preliminary and Subject to Change*** Staffing Information Active Headcount: 6,470 Available Headcount: 5,958 Lineholders: 4,785 Reserves: 1,173 (19.7%) System Reserve:…
Read More9.18.22 – APFA Virtual Retirement Town Hall: Medicare Edition – Tomorrow at 10:30am (CT)
Sunday, September 18, 2022 APFA Virtual Retirement Town Hall: Special Medicare Edition APFA will be hosting a Special Medicare Virtual Retirement Town Hall tomorrow morning at 10:30am (CT). Topics will include: Medicare…
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