Contract Implementation

5.27.26 – CIC Out of Base UBL Pickup Focus Group Interest Form

The APFA Contract Implementation Committee (CIC) is seeking Members in good standing interested in participating in a voluntary virtual focus group regarding Out of Base UBL flying implementation and related discussions.

5.08.26 – Contract Implementation Update #61: PBS Prefer Positions Order Per Aircraft Temporarily Removed

The PBS Prefer Positions Order Per Aircraft bid property introduced during the May PBS bidding process has been temporarily removed. The new property will not appear during June PBS bidding and will be removed from standing bids

5.06.26 – Contract Implementation Update #60: Rescheduling in ECS Now in Effect

Rescheduling notifications are now live in ECS for: When a Flight Attendant experiences a disruption after report but prior to origination (CBA 10.J.3.d), Crew Scheduling has either four (4) hours after report time or three (3) hours after the disruption

5.01.26 – Contract Implementation Update #59: Rescheduling in ECS: Part 2

Starting Wednesday, May 6, 2026, if you are disrupted, you will receive an ECS notification (instead of a phone call) for the following disruptions: disruptions that occur after report but prior to origination (CBA 10.J.3.d), and disruptions that occur after origination (CBA 10.J.4.c).

4.25.26 – Contract Implementation Update #58: Rescheduling in ECS

The first Rescheduling items coming to ECS for notification are expected in May. There are no changes to Rescheduling other than how you are notified of your Reschedule. Rescheduling requirements and timelines are not changing

4.10.26 – Contract Implementation Update #57: Informational Session Begins Shortly

The APFA CIC will be hosting an informational session today at 12:30 PM (CT). Join us as we review using the new Prefer Positions Order per Aircraft property in PBS. We are available to answer any questions you may have!

4.10.26 – Contract Implementation Update #56: Prefer Positions Order per Aircraft | Informational Session Today

Building on last week’s hotline, this update provides additional examples and further clarification on the PBS property Prefer Positions Order per Aircraft. This property will be available for May bidding when PBS opens today at 12 PM (CT).

4.03.26 – Contract Implementation Update #55: Prefer Positions Order per Aircraft

After our successful mock bid, the Prefer Positions Order per Aircraft is ready for implementation just in time for Summer flying! This new property will be available for May bidding on April 10, 2026. Important: This property does not filter your sequences to only show the selected aircraft.

3.19.26 – Contract Implementation Update #54: Reserves in TTS and UBL

One of the biggest enhancements for Reserves has arrived. Beginning March 20, 2026, Reserves will be able to submit TTS ballots for April sequences on scheduled days off! What is TTS? APFA.org has resources available when you have questions

3.19.26 – Contract Implementation Update #54.1: Reserves in TTS and UBL Correction

Thursday, March 19, 2026 Contract Implementation Update #54.1: Reserves in TTS and UBL ***Correction*** One of the biggest enhancements for Reserves has arrived. Beginning March 20, 2026, Reserves will be…

3.17.26 – Contract Implementation Update #53: Prefer Positions Order Per Aircraft

The most requested PBS property is now ready for testing! Prefer Positions Order Per Aircraft is a new PBS property negotiated in the 2024 CBA that allows you to specify a position order preference on different types of aircraft.

2.12.26 – Contract Implementation Update #52: Allow Double-Up by Range

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

2.06.26 – Contract Implementation Update #51: Unable to Commute Added to ECS

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.

2.05.26 – Contract Implementation Update #50: ECS Updates (Version 2.8)

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

1.17.26 – Contract Implementation Update #49: Allow Double-Up by Range Informational Video

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.

1.15.26 – Contract Implementation Update #48: Allow 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.

12.11.25 – Contract Implementation Update #47: ECS Sick Update

You may now use the Electronic Communication System (ECS) to report sick for a sequence any time before your originating flight actually departs. Up until today, you could not use ECS to report sick within 3 hours (or 4 hours for co-terminal bases) prior to origination.

11.10.25 – Contract Implementation Update #46: Block of Reserve Days Off

A new bidding property for Reserves is ready for implementation! Block of Reserve Days Off (CBA 10.D.13.d.46) allows a Reserve Flight Attendant to bid for a block of days off, regardless of where this block would fall in the month.

10.01.25 – Our Fight, Our Win: Pay Raises, Reserve Improvements and Transparency

Today marks a major milestone in our Contract implementation, with several important improvements taking effect today. From wage raises, per diem, sit rig and hotel penalty pay, to new protections and scheduling enhancements, these gains were not automatic

9.30.25 – Contract Implementation Update #45: Enhanced Standby Transparency!/Notifications after RAP Starts

Flight Attendants have consistently called for greater Reserve transparency, and today we’re making a significant advancement. Beginning October 1, a new Standby Callout Report will be available after ROTA runs.

9.30.25 – Contract Implementation Update #44: Increased UBL Transparency Starts Today!

In this update, we will cover: 10.F.2.c and 12.J.1 – New UBL Report (Open Time Distribution and Transferred trips); 10.F.4.b – UBL Auto Runs to 1900

9.29.25 – Contract Implementation Update #43: UBL Trip Improvement Returns! (10.F.1.f)

Beginning tomorrow, UBL will begin processing same-day origination trades for the next day up until 1500 HBT. You will be able to trade your sequence for the next day for any other sequence originating on the same day as long as it is the same number of days or greater.

9.26.25 – Contract Implementation Update #42: Implementation Updates to CBA Section 10: Scheduling

In this update, we will cover: 10.G.2.j – ETB Sequences on Pay Protected Days; 10.J.11.b – Sequence Cancellation Within 3 Hours of Report; 10.P.2 – Last Live Leg ECS

9.25.25 – Contract Implementation Update #41: Voluntary Extension (VE)

In this update, we will cover: Changes in VE Pay and Duty Limits for Domestic and NIPD Duty Periods; Using ECS to Accept or Decline Voluntary Extension (VE)

9.19.25 – Contract Implementation Update #40.1: October 2025 Reserve Updates Part I

In this update, we will cover: 10.L.6 Reserve Last Sequence / Last Series Protections; 10.G.4.e Reserve ETB Release Time Changes; 12.C.2.c Reserve Trading Days Off in TTS; What’s Coming in Part II?

9.15.25 – Contract Implementation Update #39: October Implementation Update

October will mark one year since our 2024 Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) went into effect. Following this, October 2025 will be a significant milestone for implementing additional items.

9.12.25 – Contract Implementation Update #38: Minimum Block of Reserve Days Off

A new bidding property for Reserves is almost ready for implementation! Block of Reserve Days Off (CBA 10.D.13.d.46) allows a Reserve Flight Attendant to bid for a block of days off, regardless of where this block would fall in the month.

9.04.25 – Contract Implementation Update #37: RAP Forecast Report

As of September 3, 2025, CBA 12.Q.9 has been implemented in the form of the RAP Forecast Report. This is now available on Crew Portal > Reserves > RAP Forecast.

8.26.25 – 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.

8.21.25 – 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.

8.14.25 – 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

8.06.25 – 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

8.04.25 – 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.

7.28.25 – Contract Implementation Update #33: CIC Virtual Information Session: Tuesday, 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.

7.24.25 – Contract Implementation Update #32: Hotel/Limo Now Available in ECS

The Electronic Communication System (ECS) was updated to version 2.4 on the evening of July 22, 2025. This update introduces a new feature that allows you to contact Hotel/Limo directly through ECS for accommodation and transportation needs.

7.16.25 – 2024 CBA Implementation Schedule Update

Since the ratification of the 2024 Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the Contract Implementation Committee (CIC) continues to work in prioritizing implementation items. Here is an overview to all of the items that have been implemented since October 1, 2024

7.15.25 – Contract Implementation Update #31: Specific Standby Bidding

As of July 15th, 2025, ROTA and ROTD have been enhanced to allow specific bidding for Standby. This will allow greater visibility and success when bidding for Standby. When accessing Crew Portal > Reserves > ROTA/D Bidding, you may now use the Bid Item Specific Standby.

7.02.25 – Contract Implementation Update #30: ECS Messaging Cutover

ECS Messaging Cutover – As the rollout of the Electronic Communication System (ECS) continues, all ONE courtesy messages except ETB have transitioned to ECS. As of June 10th, 2025, TTS/UBL transactions and operational notifications transitioned to ECS.

6.26.25 – Contract Implementation Update #29: FAPP Update / TTS / UBL Red Flag / Default Satellite Filtering in ETB

The Flight Attendant Premium Pay (FAPP) has been updated to include Boarding Events. By accessing Crew Portal > Links > FA Premium Pay, on the lefthand side there is an option for Boarding Events.

5.22.25 – Contract Implementation Update #28: Deadhead ‘No-Show’ Now Available in ECS

Beginning May 22, 2025, you may now use the ECS (Electronic Communication System) to contact Crew Scheduling and Crew Tracking to no-show your scheduled deadhead. This function is enabled in version 2.1

5.14.25 – Contract Implementation Update #27: PBS Updates/ DH Self-Booking/ CBA Copies Available

New Properties to Bid Speaker Pairings – When bidding for June, you will now have the ability to bid using the property Prefer Language (CBA 10.D.13.d.#15). This new property will allow you to bid for pairings requiring a specific language.

5.13.25 – Contract Implementation Update #26: Tracking Boarding Pay/ Sit Rig Pay Updates

While the company continues development on the tool to allow Flight Attendants to track their boarding pay, an interim solution has been developed. On or around May 13th, you will receive a breakdown to your AA email of your boarding events in April.

5.05.25 – Contract Implementation Update #25: Update to Reserve RAP Processing

For the May contractual month, CBA Section 12.K.1.g has been implemented early (targeted for DOS + 12 months). CBA 12.K.1.g details the order of award/assignment in Daily (ROTD) processing for a sequence legal for multiple RAPs.

5.01.25 – Contract Implementation Update #24: Vacation Pay and Credit/ April Reserve Updates

The 2025-2026 vacation year begins tomorrow, May 2nd. In accordance with CBA Section 8.B.1., there is a change in how vacation hours are paid: Flight Attendants with a block of seven (7) or more consecutive vacation days will be paid and credited at four (4) hours

4.30.25 – Contract Implementation Update #23: New Domestic Boarding Times Effective May 1

On May 1, 2025, the Company will exercise the option in CBA Section 11.M. to extend all domestic boarding times by five (5) minutes. This includes the contiguous forty-eight states, Canada, and Alaska.

4.14.25 – Contract Implementation Update #22: ECS (Electronic Communication System)

It’s time to register for ECS (Electronic Communication System). This is a new two-way communication system between flight attendants and Crew Scheduling, Crew Tracking and Hotel/Limo Desk. Later this year, this will be the system implementing CBA Section 10.W.

4.04.25 – Contract Implementation Update #21.1: “Self-Book” Deadhead – Video and FAQs

You now have the option to change your scheduled deadhead to an alternate deadhead on the first or last leg of your sequence using the Self-Book deadhead feature in Crew Portal.

3.31.25 – Contract Implementation Update #21: “Self-Book” Deadhead Implemented April 1, 2025

You will now have the option to change your scheduled deadhead to an alternate deadhead on the first or last leg of your sequence using the Self-Book deadhead feature in Crew Portal. Click on ‘DH’ to begin the self-book process

3.30.25 – Contract Implementation Update #20: “Stand Up” Deadhead Implemented April 1, 2025

CBA Section 16.L will be implemented on April 1st, 2025, and is a new provision allowing the Company to reschedule a deadheading Flight Attendant (after sequence report and prior to release of the last working leg of the sequence) to work their scheduled deadhead

3.26.25 – Contract Implementation Update #19: New Sit Rig Implemented April 1st, 2025

On April 1st, 2025, Sit Rig (CBA section 11.D.6) will be implemented. Sit Rig provides one (1) minute of flight pay for every two (2) minutes of sit time beyond the first two (2) hours and thirty (30) minutes of sit time.

3.21.25 – Contract Implementation Update #18: Boarding Pay Begins April 1, 2025

One of our most requested contractual items is finally here—an achievement that wouldn’t have been possible without 28,000 Flight Attendants standing together in solidarity!

3.14.25 – Contract Implementation Update #17: Specific Red Flag Bidding in TTS and UBL

Specific Red Flag Bidding in TTS and UBL will be implemented early, beginning on March 18th, 2025. In addition to current Red Flag generic bidding already in effect, you will now have the option to bid for Red Flag Only on specific sequences in TTS and UBL (CBA 10.H.8).

3.01.25 – Contract Implementation Update #16: Aggressive Reserve Hours and COT (12.K.4.b)

We are pleased to announce early implementation of CBA 12.K.4.b on March 2nd, 2025 for the March contractual month. This provision had a targeted implementation of DOS +18 months.

2.27.25 – Contract Implementation Update #15: Thursday, February 27, 2025

The company has provided notice to APFA and our membership that effective May 1st, 2025, they are exercising the option provided in 11.M of the CBA to increase domestic boarding times by five (5) minutes.

2.13.25 – Contract Implementation Update #14: CBA 11.G

We are pleased to announce the early implementation of CBA section 11.G on February 20th, 2025. This provision had a targeted date of DOS + 6 months (April 2025). This improves Reserve quality of life when receiving an assignment while on Standby.

2.05.25 – Contract Implementation Update #13: February 5, 2025

Starting with Reserve sequences that carryover from the January contractual month into the February month, clicks will now apply to the month in which a Reserve flies.

12.30.24 – Contract Implementation Update #12: Implementation Timeline Updates

Following Date of Signing (October 1st, 2024) the Contract Implementation Committee (CIC) has been meeting every week with the company. When the Implementation Timeline Letter of Agreement was signed, six items were identified as having significant complexity

12.30.24 – Contract Implementation Update #11: 401(k) Changes, CBA Distribution

Beginning January 1st, 2025, the Company match and company contribution to Flight Attendant 401(k) are increasing. The Company contribution is increasing from 3% to 5%.

12.09.24 – Contract Implementation Update #10: November 2024 Recap

After many items were implemented on Date of Signing (October 1st, 2024), the Contract Implementation Committee (CIC) was fully seated and active beginning November 1st to begin the task planning and implementation of our Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

11.06.24 – 2024 Retroactive Pay Percentage Adjustment

With the ratification of the 2024 Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), APFA Flight Attendants will receive a one-time retroactive payout, covering the five years of extended negotiations. This payout is valued at $514 million.

10.22.24 – Contract Implementation Update #9: One-Time Ratification Bonus/ Retro Pay Explained

Retro Pay Important Dates and Deadlines, When will I receive my Retro Pay?, Am I eligible for Retro Pay?, What are 401(k) eligible earnings?, Retro Pay and your 401(k), Changing Your Special Election 401(k) Contribution, When is the last day to change my Direct Deposit

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