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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).
Late last night management put out a CCI that constitutes the company’s acknowledgment that it failed to uphold the Collective Bargaining Agreement during Winter Storm Fern. Now that the storm is largely behind us, the focus turns to holding the company accountable
March bidding timeline including ETB, TTS, vacation, PBS, CQ, and more
We mourn the lives lost in the tragic collision involving PSA / American Eagle Flight 5342 and a military helicopter while landing at Washington National Airport on January 29, 2025. Sixty passengers, four crew members, and all three aboard the helicopter lost their lives.
Due to the company’s failure to repair sequences and secure hotel rooms within the contractual guidelines of three (3) hours, APFA has forced the company to find alternatives to booking hotel rooms sooner, even if the sequence has still failed continuity.
In accordance with CBA 3.K.2, Flight Attendants will receive incentive pay for the flight legs you work that touch Wednesday, January 28, 2026, the Incentive Day. The incentive pay will be paid to all Flight Attendants, both Lineholders and Reserves
Due to inclement weather, the APFA Fourth Quarter 2025 Executive Committee Meeting scheduled for Wednesday, January 28, 2026, has been postponed. The meeting has been rescheduled for Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at APFA Headquarters.
Today, American Airlines released its fourth quarter and full-year 2025 earnings—and once again, the results disappointed employees, investors and Wall Street. While we are pleased American achieved a small profit, our airline continues to lag its competitors by a significant margin.
In accordance with CBA 3.K.2, Flight Attendants will receive incentive pay for the flight legs you work that touch Tuesday, January 27, 2026, the Incentive Day. The incentive pay will be paid to all Flight Attendants, both Lineholders and Reserves, working on the designated Incentive Day
Due to inclement weather, the regularly scheduled APFA Fourth Quarter 2025 Executive Committee Meeting on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, will begin at 1230CT at APFA Headquarters.
This weekend, and into today, Flight Attendants are still waiting for hours to reach Crew Tracking to have sequences repaired. Once sequences are repaired, crews are waiting even longer for hotel and ground transportation assignments, some without hotel assignments at all.
Incentive Day: Tuesday, January 27, 2026. Per section 3.K.2 of our contract, the company has designated Tuesday, January 27, 2026, as an Incentive Day. What does this mean?
The Primary Round of Vacation Bidding opened today, January 26 at 12 PM (CT). 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).
If you experience a disruption that removes flying from your sequence due to a delay or cancellation, the company must first “fix” or “repair” the sequence. Until the sequence is repaired, your HI3 may show “Sequence Failed Continuity”.
The regularly scheduled APFA Fourth Quarter 2025 Executive Committee Meeting will be held on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at APFA Headquarters. In accordance with APFA Policy Manual 4.A.1.a.(1), the Tentative Agenda for this meeting is now available
Flight Attendants in multiple bases have experienced denials and delays of pay protection claims for full sequence cancellations due to Hurricane Melissa. Our new contract brought new pay protections for extraordinary circumstances in 10.J.1.b
As we shared earlier today, a powerful winter storm is set to impact parts of the South, Midwest, and Northeast over the next few days. In that hotline, we communicated the resources and support the company is responsible for providing to Flight Attendants.
A powerful winter storm will move across the South, Midwest, and Northeast from today through Monday, bringing hazardous ice and heavy snowfall. If you need assistance, the following resources are available to help support you.
Have you been diagnosed with diabetes, asthma, or hypertension/high blood pressure? Do you take medication(s) to manage it? If so, you can fill your prescription(s) for free through StayWell Rx. StayWell Rx is a prescription discount program through CVS Caremark.
Register to attend the 2026 Labor Notes Conference here! Labor Notes was founded by labor organizers to amplify the voices of Union Activists and strengthen the labor movement. Through its website, books, media, and most importantly its conferences, Labor Notes provides hands-on training
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.
On this Martin Luther King Jr. Day, we honor Dr. King by recognizing how urgently his warnings apply to today’s current events, as Unions and the collective bargaining process are under attack. Any attack on any group of Workers is an attack on all Workers.
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
The APFA Contract Implementation Committee (CIC) held an informative session for APFA leadership, demonstrating how to place a mock bid using the upcoming PBS feature, Double-Up by Range.
The next PBS bidding property is almost ready for implementation! 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 property allowing a double-up on a specific date.
Today marks the 17th anniversary of US Airways flight 1549, known as the “Miracle on the Hudson’. Denise Lockie, a passenger and survivor of the flight, is joining with APFA in calling for airlines to staff a well-trained Flight Attendant at every dual-aisle widebody aircraft exit
Seventeen years ago today, US Airways flight 1549 made an emergency water landing in the icy waters of the Hudson River after losing thrust in both engines due to a bird strike shortly after takeoff from New York’s LaGuardia Airport.
Denise Lockie, a passenger and survivor of the flight that became known as the ‘Miracle on the Hudson’ and a dedicated aviation safety advocate, is joining with the APFA in calling for airlines to staff a well-trained Flight Attendant at every dual-aisle widebody aircraft exit
The Annual Vacation Buyback process will close tomorrow, Monday, January 12 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 accrued during 2025 (carryover days are excluded).
APFA is accepting resumes for the following positions: National Balloting Committee (minimum of 4); Regional Representatives (8); National Department Chairs (Communications, Contract, Health, Hotel, Injury on Duty (IOD), Safety/Security, Scheduling), etc.
APFA is seeking engaged, thoughtful members to serve on the National Budget Committee, a vital group that works under the direction of the National Treasurer to review, advise, and support the Union’s financial planning and oversight.
The Annual Vacation Buyback process is now open. It will close on Monday, January 12 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 accrued during 2025 (carryover days are excluded)
Caribbean Cancellations Update Saturday, January 3, 2026 As was communicated earlier today, APFA is fully engaged with the company on the developing situation in the Caribbean as a result of airspace restrictions…
In accordance with CBA 25.B, full month, unpaid Voluntary Leaves of Absence (VLOAs) are being offered for the February 2026 bid month at all bases. Bidding for February 2026 full month, unpaid VLOAs opened today, Saturday, January 3, at 1200 (CT).
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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)
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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...