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The Members have spoken, and we hear you. The three ballot measures included in the 2024 Dues Restructure did not pass ratification.
The 2024 Dues Restructure voting has concluded. The APFA National Ballot Committee (NBC) is validating the results of this balloting. Once complete, the NBC will send the final results along with the base breakdowns.
Dues vs Wage Interactive Comparison Calculators, Including Instructional Videos, Now Available; All APFA Members in good standing may participate in the Dues Restructure vote. Your vote is completely confidential.
The APFA Board of Directors is dedicated to prioritizing the interests of the Association and its members. We recognize the concerns and differing opinions within our membership.
Starting tomorrow, January 15, 2025, the Company is returning to its pre-pandemic attendance. This update affects the process for requesting Medical Leaves of Absence (MLOA) and Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) leaves.
With great sadness, we inform you of the passing of Phoenix-based Flight Attendant Celinda Levno while on layover in Denver. Celinda began her career with America West in 1989.
The 2025-26 Annual Vacation Buyback process closes tomorrow, January 13, at 12:00 PM (CT). The awards will be posted no later than Friday January 17 at 12:00 PM (CT).
The Third Quarter 2024 APFA Executive Committee Meeting was held on Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at APFA Headquarters in Euless, Texas. In accordance with the APFA Policy Manual, the official minutes are now available on APFA.org.
This is a reminder that the National Ballot Committee (NBC) has posted the Willingness-to-Serve (WTS) for the Base Representative positions of Base President, Base Vice President, and Base Council Rep (BCR)
The wildfires spreading across Southern California are the most destructive the region has ever experienced. As of this writing, the Palisades fire, west of Los Angeles, has burned 18 square miles
A major winter storm is expected to blanket parts of the South with snow and ice in the coming days. This weather event may lead to increased commuting and travel difficulties from Texas to the Carolinas and Virginia, impacting cities such as Dallas-Fort Worth and Atlanta, among others.
The Annual Vacation Buyback process is now open. It will close on Monday, January 13 at 12:00 PM (CT). In accordance with 2024 CBA Section 8.F., Flight Attendants have the option to buyback a portion or all vacation days
Thirteen states are under a winter storm watch/warning as Winter Storm Blair moves across the country, producing multiple days of heavy snow, ice and potentially record-setting low temperatures in the midwest, south, and east.
January bidding timeline including ETB, vacation, TTS, PBS, CQ, and more
Early this morning, a suspect drove a pickup truck around barricades and through a crowd of holiday revelers on Bourbon Street in New Orleans. As of this writing, 10 people were killed and dozens more injured.
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As we honor Father’s Day, APFA EAP recognizes the many ways fatherhood is reflected throughout our membership and the lasting impact fathers and father figures have on the lives of others.
Juneteenth, celebrated annually on June 19, commemorates the day in 1865 when Union troops arrived in Galveston, Texas, and announced freedom to enslaved African Americans—more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation took effect on January 1, 1863.
Coverage Needed (CN) is a term applied to any day in a bid month when not enough Flight Attendants bid in PBS to fly on that day. PBS will award as many Flight Attendants as possible to be off on a particular day.
In Today’s Hotline: Company PBS Bid Award Summary; APFA PBS Bid Award Summary by Base; PBS Award Files; PBS Mis-Award Process
APFA is committed to giving you a clear and honest view of how your dues are put to work. As your National Treasurer, I want to share some of what we have been building toward that goal, and what you can expect to see in the weeks ahead.
June is Men’s Mental Health Month, a time to raise awareness of the emotional, psychological, and social well-being of men. This month serves as an important reminder that mental health is just as important as physical health.
The Company recently announced the creation of a dedicated Maternity Leave Coordinator to assist expecting Flight Attendants throughout the maternity leave process, from initial planning through return to work.
This week, APFA hosted a retirement town hall. If you were unable to join the virtual meeting, please click here for a recording
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is preparing to launch the next evolution of the Known Crewmember (KCM) program through a new platform called the Crewmember Access Point (CMAP).
APFA has continued to push the Company for a remedy regarding the CQ Module Presidential Grievance. As part of the contractual process, we conducted our pre-arbitration conference with the Company.
APFA Virtual Retirement Seminar Begins Soon! Wednesday, June 10, 2026 APFA’s Virtual Retirement Seminar will be held today, from 11am to 1pm CT. Topics will include: 401(k) ● 65-Point Plan…
Join us for a Virtual Retirement Seminar on Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at 11:00a CT. Click here to submit your questions in advance. Join the Virtual Town Hall via Cell Phone or Tablet
Turbulence Safety Reminders Wednesday, June 3, 2026 As we enter the busy summer travel season, Flight Attendants can expect an increase in thunderstorms, convective weather, and turbulence. While delivering excellent…
July bidding timeline including Vacation, CQ, ETB/TTS, Reserve Golden Day/Flex Day, and more