Posts Tagged ‘August 2025’
8.30.25 – Rescheduling Reminders
As a reminder, below are the rescheduling provisions from the CBA. Additionally, there is an IROPS form on the APFA website which allows us to collect data regarding any IROPS situation and how it was handled by the company.
Read More8.29.25 – Labor Day 2025: Workers Over Billionaires
On Monday, September 1st, we will continue the movement we helped lead on May 1st — the largest International Workers’ Day demonstration in US history — to honor American Labor and demand equitable treatment for Workers.
Read More8.29.25 – Joint Union Summit on Company Performance and Strategic Collaboration
We are writing to inform you that leadership representatives from the unions representing American Airlines employees — APA, APFA, the CWA-IBT Association, PAFCA, and the TWU/IAM Association —convened this week to discuss concerns regarding the company
Read More8.26.25 – Contract Implementation Update #35: Reporting Sick Now Available in ECS
As of the evening of August 25, 2025, the Electronic Communication System (ECS) now includes the option for Flight Attendants to report sick (CBA 9.B.1). This change rolled out earlier than expected — the original target date was October 2025.
Read More8.24.25 – Wings Foundation Needs Your Support
Did you know that out of nearly 28,000 Flight Attendants, only 2,100 – less than 8% – support Wings Foundation through Workplace Giving?
Read More8.23.25 – Notice of Dispute (NOD) Filing Request Form
A Notice of Dispute (NOD) is defined as a dispute between a Flight Attendant(s) and the Company involving any action of the Company affecting the Flight Attendant. The NOD can refer to contract violations, company policy, etc.
Read More8.22.25 – APFA Supplemental Benefits August 2025 Enrollment Period Ends Monday
The August 2025 Supplemental Benefits Enrollment Period, sponsored by APFA, will close on Monday, August 25! This is your opportunity to review and make changes to your APFA-sponsored benefits plan or to enroll for the first time.
Read More8.22.25 – Injury on Duty (IOD) Information and Support
If you are injured at work, it is essential to seek medical treatment as soon as possible. You have the legal right to report your injury to American Airlines without fear of retaliation. Experiencing an Injury on Duty (IOD) can be a challenging time
Read More8.21.25 – Contract Implementation Update #35: Running Reserve Report (CBA 12.Q. 1-7) Implemented
CBA 12.Q.1 through 7 has been implemented as of the evening of August 20th, 2025. This new report is called the Running Reserve Report and is a live report that pulls real-time data.
Read More8.20.25 – APFA Endorses the Safe Air on Airplanes Act; Joins U.S. Rep Frost for Roundtable Discussion
APFA strongly supports the Safe Air on Airplanes Act, reintroduced this week by Rep. Maxwell Frost (D-FL-10), which would phase out the bleed air systems that currently exist on almost all commercial aircraft types.
Read More8.20.25 – Minutes From the 2Q25 Executive Committee Meeting
The Second Quarter 2025 APFA Executive Committee Meeting was held on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, at APFA Headquarters in Euless, Texas. In accordance with the APFA Policy Manual, the official minutes are now available on APFA.org.
Read More8.18.25 – Coverage Needed (CN) Dates – September 2025
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.
Read More8.18.25 – September 2025 PBS Bid Award Summary & Mis-Award Process
In Today’s Hotline: Company PBS Bid Award Summary, APFA PBS Bid Award Summary by Base, PBS Award Files, PBS Mis-Award Process
Read More8.15.25 – Update: Sit Rig Time & Pay Presidential Grievance/Sit Rig Overpayment CBA Section 11.D.6
American Airlines is violating the newly negotiated Sit Rig pay provisions in CBA 11.D.6. In July, APFA filed a Presidential Grievance calling on the company to abandon their blatant disregard for this hard-fought provision.
Read More8.14.25 – CQ Module Presidential Grievance Filed: CBA Section 29.G
American Airlines is violating the contract by underestimating the time it takes to complete this year’s CQ WBTs. The company is refusing to compensate Flight Attendants for the actual time the modules require.
Read More8.14.25 – Contract Implementation Update #34: New! Standby Forecast Report
A new report titled Standby Forecast was added to Crew Portal > Reserves on the evening of August 13th, 2025. This report is the implementation of CBA 12.Q.8, which will be implemented early
Read More8.13.25 – Hot Cabin Report Form and National Academies Study on Aircraft Cabin Temperature
As Flight Attendants, we are responsible for keeping our passengers—and ourselves—safe. During the summer, aircraft systems like the Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) may be overworked, and as a result, inoperative throughout summer flying.
Read More8.13.25 – Dues Increase Survey Results
The 2025 Dues Increase Survey results are now available on the APFA website. The data is interactive, and you may sort by base and years of service.
Read More8.10.25 – Save the Date! APFA Virtual Retirement Seminar – Tuesday, September 16, 2025
We are holding a virtual retirement seminar on Tuesday, September 16th, 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
Read More8.09.25 – 9/11 Memorial & Museum National Aviation Week 2025
Museum Open Wednesday–Monday – 180 Greenwich Street, New York, NY 10007 – 9 a.m. – 7 p.m. (5:30 p.m. last entry). Memorial Open Daily – 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Read More8.06.25 – APFA Supplemental Benefits August 2025 Enrollment Period Now Open
We are excited to announce that the second Supplemental Benefits Open Enrollment Period for 2025, sponsored by APFA, is now open! This is your opportunity to review and make changes to your APFA-sponsored benefits plan or to enroll for the first time
Read More8.06.25 – Lawmakers Press FAA on Updated Standards after Evacuation of AA3023 – Take Action Today
On Saturday, July 26, 2025, American Airlines Flight 3023 experienced a landing gear fire during takeoff from Denver International Airport, prompting an aborted takeoff and emergency evacuation on the runway.
Read More8.06.25 – August 5, 2025 CIC Virtual Information Session Recording
On August 5, 2025, the Contract Implementation Committee (CIC) hosted a virtual information session to review and answer questions about the Electronic Communications System (ECS) and other provisions
Read More8.04.25 – Reminder: CIC Virtual Information Session: Tomorrow, August 5, 2025
The Contract Implementation Committee (CIC) will host a virtual information session to review and answer questions about all the provisions that have been implemented since our contract was ratified last year.
Read More8.03.25 – Unpaid VLOAs for September 2025
In accordance with CBA 25.B, full month, unpaid Voluntary Leaves of Absence (VLOAs) are being offered for the September 2025 bid month at all bases.
Read More8.01.25 – September 2025 Bidding Timelines
September bidding timeline including ETB, TTS, vacation, PBS, 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...
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...