February 2025

2.28.25 – 2025 Base Representative Elections Duplicate Ballot Request

Ballot packages for the 2025 Base Representative Elections being held in CLT, DCA, DFW, LAX, LGA, MIA, PHL, and PHX were mailed out on February 12, 2025.

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.

2.27.25 – APFA Proudly Endorses the CROWN Act

Yesterday, U.S House Representative Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-NJ-12) and Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ) introduced the Create a Respectful and Open World for Natural Hair Act – the CROWN Act – into the 119th Congress.

2.26.25 – Prioritizing Aviation Safety

In response to the arbitrary cuts at government agencies that oversee U.S. aviation safety, APFA National President Julie Hedrick sent a letter to Congressional leaders in the House and Senate addressing Flight Attendant concerns.

2.26.25 – Minutes From the 4Q24 Executive Committee Meeting

The Fourth Quarter 2024 APFA Executive Committee Meeting was held on Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at APFA Headquarters in Euless, Texas. In accordance with the APFA Policy Manual, the official minutes are now available on APFA.org.

2.25.25 – APFA Virtual Retirement Seminars – March 19th & April 16th

We are holding virtual retirement seminars on Wednesday, March 19 and Wednesday, April 16 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

2.25.25 – DATE CORRECTION: In Memoriam: CLT Flight Attendant and Regional Representative Mark Gentile

With profound sadness, we inform you of the loss of Mark Gentile, Charlotte-based Flight Attendant and APFA Regional Representative. Mark’s career in aviation began in 1978 with Allegheny/ USAir in Pittsburgh, PA.

2.25.25 – In Memoriam: CLT Flight Attendant and Regional Representative Mark Gentile

With profound sadness, we inform you of the loss of Mark Gentile, Charlotte-based Flight Attendant and APFA Regional Representative. Mark’s career in aviation began in 1978 with Allegheny/ USAir in Pittsburgh, PA.

2.24.25 – In Memoriam: Retired FA Carole Ann Stevenson

It is with great sadness that we share the passing of retired Flight Attendant and longtime APFA advocate Carole Ann Stevenson on February 6, 2025, in Dallas, TX.

2.23.25 – Primary Round of 2025-26 Vacation Bidding Ends Wednesday

The Primary Round of Vacation Bidding will close Wednesday, February 26 at 12:00 PM (CT). Primary Round awards will be posted no later than Monday, March 3 at 1200 PM (CT).

2.21.25 – 2025 Base Representative Elections Ballots Currently Out for Delivery

In This Hotline: Duplicate Ballots; Candidate Booklets; Voter Eligibility; Returning Your Ballot; Ballot Count. Ballot packages for the 2025 Base Representative Elections being held in CLT, DCA, DFW, LAX, LGA, MIA, PHL, and PHX were mailed out

2.21.25 – An Update From Your National Officers- February 21, 2025

Click below to watch a message from your National Officers about upcoming contractual improvements, our renewed efforts to hold management accountable, and the power of our collective solidarity.

2.20.25 – Upholding the Highest Level of Aviation Safety

APFA commends the incredible professionalism and bravery of the Flight Attendants aboard Endeavor Air/Delta Connection Flight 4819, who successfully evacuated all 76 passengers under extremely adverse conditions after a crash landing

2.18.25 – Coverage Needed (CN) Dates – March 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.

2.18.25 – March 2025 PBS Bid Award Summary & Mis-Award Process

Company PBS Bid Award Summary, APFA PBS Bid Award Summary by Base, PBS Award Files, PBS Mis-Award Process

2.17.25 – Endeavor Air/ Delta Connection Flight 4819

Earlier today, Endeavor Air/ Delta Connection Flight 4819 was involved in an incident upon landing in Toronto. There were no fatalities, and the AFA-CWA represented Flight Attendants successfully evacuated all 80 passengers.

2.17.25 – APFA Supplemental Benefits Enrollment Period Now Open

We are excited to announce that the Supplemental Benefits Open Enrollment Period for 2025, sponsored by APFA, is now open! This is your chance to review and make changes to your APFA-sponsored benefits plan for the upcoming year.

2.14.25 – Save the Date: United Flight Attendants Systemwide DAY OF ACTION: March 19th

In the most recent mediation session, AFA United Flight Attendants closed six more sections, moving them past the halfway point in their fight for a Tentative Agreement. Momentum is picking up, but they need all hands on deck

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.

2.13.25 – A Message From Your APFA Leadership: February 13, 2025

A historic number of executive orders have been issued since January 20, 2025, many of which have impacted our Members at work and home. A single executive order issued by the White House stated that the government will only recognize two sexes…

2.12.25 – PSA 5342 Update: In Memory of Danasia Elder

Uniforms encouraged in support of Danasia’s family and friends during this difficult time. Together, we celebrate and honor her memory.

2.12.25 – Primary Round of 2025-26 Vacation Bidding Ends February 26

The Primary Round of Vacation Bidding will close on Wednesday, February 26 at 12:00 PM (CT). Primary Round awards will be posted no later than Monday, March 3 at 1200 PM (CT).

2.12.25 – 2025 Base Representative Elections

Ballot packages for the 2025 Base Representative Elections were mailed today, February 12, 2025, to members based in CLT, DCA, DFW, LAX, LGA, MIA, PHL, and PHX as of March 2025.

2.10.25 – APFA Spring 2025 EAP Peer Committee Representative Recruitment

Do you like helping others? Are you a good listener? The APFA Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is looking for Flight Attendants to join the APFA EAP Peer Committee to provide support and assistance to Flight Attendants at each crew base.

2.08.25 – PSA 5342: Services for PSA Captain Jonathan Campos

We continue to grieve those lost on PSA/ American Eagle Flight 5342. We will pass along information honoring the crew as it becomes available. Services for PSA/ American Eagle Flight 5342 Captain Jonathan Campos will be held early next week in Brooklyn, NY.

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