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American Airlines, led by CEO Robert Isom, continues to lag its premium competitors and seeks cost cuts to close its earnings gap with Delta Air Lines and United Airlines. Those cost-cutting efforts are now targeting our strong, contractually compliant hotel portfolio.
We are deeply grateful to welcome home our ten Flight Attendants and four Pilots who were stranded in Doha amid a rapidly evolving geopolitical situation. On February 27th, the Crew departed Philadelphia for what was expected to be a routine trip.
In accordance with CBA 25.B, full month, unpaid Voluntary Leaves of Absence (VLOAs) are being offered for the April 2026 bid month at all bases. Bidding for April 2026 full month, unpaid VLOAs opened today, Tuesday, March 3, at 1200 (CT).
This morning, APFA President Julie Hedrick called to order the 2026 APFA Annual Board of Directors Convention at the Westin Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas. The assembly approved the final agenda, which you may view here.
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.
April 2026 bidding timeline including CQ, vacation, ETB, TTS, and more
In response to the tragic yet preventable midair collision at DCA on January 29, 2025, APFA has been highly supportive of the National Transportation Safety Board’s (NTSB) safety recommendations, which includes mandating collision-avoidance technology
Primary elections are underway! When and how are YOU voting? Voting in your state’s Democratic or Republican Primary election sets the stage for November’s General Election by determining which candidates will appear on the ballot.
We are holding a virtual retirement seminar today Tuesday, February 24, from 11 AM until 1 PM (CT). Topics will include: 401(k), 65-Point Plan, COBRA, Medicare, Pensions, Retiree Travel, RHRA, Social Security, Vacation/Sick Payout
American Airlines is significantly trailing its competitors — and no amount of spin can hide that reality. While the company managed to squeeze out a small profit for full-year 2025, that modest result only highlights how far behind we have fallen compared to Delta Air Lines and United Airlines.
We are holding a virtual retirement seminar tomorrow Tuesday, February 24, from 11 AM until 1 PM (CT). Topics will include: 401(k), 65-Point Plan, COBRA, Medicare, Pensions, Retiree Travel, RHRA, Social Security, Vacation/Sick Payout. Click here to submit your questions in advance.
The Primary Round of Vacation Bidding will close on Wednesday, February 25 at 12 PM (CT). Primary Round awards will be posted no later than Monday, March 2 at 12 PM (CT).
A blizzard warning is in effect for certain parts of the Northeast from early Sunday morning, through Monday evening. If you need assistance, the following resources are available to help support you.
The APFA Annual Board of Directors Convention will be held March 2- 5, 2026, at the Westin Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas. In accordance with the APFA Policy Manual, the Tentative Agenda for this meeting is now available on APFA.org.
We are approaching the deadline to submit claims for our spending accounts: Health Care Flexible Spending Account, Limited Purpose Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Health Reimbursement Account, and Retiree Health Reimbursement Account
2.19.26 – Reminder: Notification of Willingness-to-Serve for Ad Hoc to the Executive Committee- 2026
The APFA National Ballot Committee (NBC) would like to remind 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.
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
This week marked a defining moment for APFA and for every Flight Attendant and Employee at American Airlines. Flight Attendants are resolute in their support for the removal of CEO Robert Isom as the leader of American Airlines.
The APFA Constitution Article IX Section 4.B requires that there be no less than one (1) Regional Representative for each four thousand (4,000) APFA Members, or fraction thereof. Our seniority list is now above 28,000, which triggers the requirement
Calling in Well (CIW) for intermittent FMLA allows you to fly over the footprint of a trip for which you have called in sick. You must have an approved intermittent FMLA leave on file with the Absence and Return Center (ARC). You must have FMLA days available.
We are holding a virtual retirement seminar on Tuesday, February 24, from 11 AM until 1 PM (CT). Topics will include: 401(k), 65-Point Plan, COBRA, Medicare, Pensions, Retiree Travel, RHRA, Social Security, Vacation/Sick Payout
The next PBS bidding property is ready for implementation! Available in PBS now for March bidding, Allow Double-Up by Range (CBA 10.D.13.d.38) tells PBS to allow a double-up on a range of dates. This property is in addition to the already existing propert
Where: Outside the entrance to Skyview 8. Corner of Trinity Blvd and Skyview Dr. All Employee Workgroups and Supporters are Welcome to Join the Protest!
Today, the 2025 Fourth Quarter meeting of the APFA Executive Committee was called to order. The assembly approved the agenda, which you may view by clicking here.
FORT WORTH, TEXAS – Flight Attendants are calling for accountability and leadership change following APFA’s unanimous vote of no confidence in American Airlines CEO Robert Isom. They will hold a protest on Thursday, February 12, 2026
Join the Protest at Skyview! No Confidence in Isom! Thursday, February 12, 2026 – 11:00 am- 12:30 pm. Outside Skyview 8. All Employee Workgroups and Supporters are Welcome to Join the Protest!
The Board of Directors of the Association of Professional Flight Attendants (APFA), reflecting the collective voice of 28,000 American Airlines Flight Attendants, took the necessary step of issuing a unanimous vote of no confidence in CEO Robert Isom.
In a historic first, Association of Professional Flight Attendants (APFA) Board of Directors, reflecting collective voice of 28,000 American Airlines Flight Attendants, issued unanimous vote to address ‘relentless downward spiral’ under Isom’s leadership.
As we enter the second month of 2026, I want to encourage everyone to take a moment to carefully review your pay stubs and compare them with your 2026 benefits elections. Go to: My.AA.com > Benefits Service Center > Health & Insurance > Your Current Coverage
The 2024 CBA updated the commuter policy (CBA 37.I) effective October 2024 to the following: Expanded the First Flight qualifiers to include Sufficient Seats (load factor less than 90%) within 24 hours prior to departure.
The APFA Notification System checklists have been updated and are now available on the APFA Safety and Security webpage for download to your device! Additionally, an 8th selection has been added to the call tree for information regarding calling out fatigued
Version 2.8 of ECS is now live and an additional option and an update to contact Crew Scheduling have been added to Contact AA. ASG Click Adjustment – CBA 12.L.2 allows a Reserve to request an adjustment to their ASG clicks if a sequence has more or less days
Today, we commemorate the 33rd anniversary of the passage of FMLA. This landmark law has protected Workers’ rights to take time off for family and medical reasons without risking their jobs or health insurance.
The American Airlines Workers’ Compensation page has been updated to enhance navigation and access to essential resources, all in one location specifically for Flight Attendants. Post-Maximum Medical Improvement (MMI) recode link is now available on the page.
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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
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APFA Headquarters
1004 West Euless Boulevard
Euless, Texas 76040
M-F: 9:00AM - 5:00PM (CT)
Phone: (817) 540-0108
Contract & Scheduling Desk
M-Th: 9:00AM - 5:00PM (CT)
Phone: (817) 540-0108
Live Chat Messaging
Fridays: 9:00AM - 5:00PM (CT)
Currently, no scheduled events...