Posts Tagged ‘February 2026’
2.28.26 – Preventing Midair Collisions – The ROTOR Act Should Have Passed
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
Read More2.26.26 – Your Vote Matters in the 2026 Primaries!
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.
Read More2.24.26 – Today’s APFA Virtual Retirement Seminar Begins at 11 AM (CT)!
We are holding a virtual retirement seminar today Tuesday, February 24, from 11 AMÂ until 1 PMÂ (CT). Topics will include: 401(k), 65-Point Plan, COBRA, Medicare, Pensions, Retiree Travel, RHRA, Social Security, Vacation/Sick Payout
Read More2.24.26 – Meager Profit Sharing Highlights Another Cost of Failed Leadership
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.
Read More2.23.26 – APFA Virtual Retirement Seminar Tomorrow
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.
Read More2.23.26 – Primary Round of 2026-27 Vacation Bidding Closes Wednesday
The Primary Round of Vacation Bidding will close on Wednesday, February 25Â at 12Â PMÂ (CT). Primary Round awards will be posted no later than Monday, March 2 at 12Â PM (CT).
Read More2.21.26 – Support and Resources During Upcoming Nor’easter
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.
Read More2.21.26 – 2026 APFA Annual Board of Directors Convention Tentative Agenda
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.
Read More2.20.26 – Spending Account Deadlines
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
Read More2.19.26 – 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.
Read More2.19.26 – Coverage Needed (CN) Dates – March 2026
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 More2.18.26 – March 2026 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 More2.13.26 – No Confidence in CEO Robert Isom: Standing Together, Next Steps
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.
Read More2.13.26 – APFA Regional Representative #8
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
Read More2.12.26 – Reminders: Intermittent FMLA and Calling in Well
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.
Read More2.12.26 – APFA Virtual Retirement Seminar – Tuesday, February 24, 2026
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
Read More2.12.26 – 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
Read More2.11.26 – Join the Protest at Skyview! A Message From APFA
Where:Â Outside the entrance to Skyview 8. Corner of Trinity Blvd and Skyview Dr. All Employee Workgroups and Supporters are Welcome to Join the Protest!
Read More2.11.26 – Q4 2025 APFA Executive Committee Meeting Final Agenda
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.
Read More2.11.26 – American Airlines Flight Attendants to Hold Protest Following Vote of No Confidence in CEO Robert Isom
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
Read More2.10.26 – Join the Protest at Skyview! No Confidence in Isom!
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!
Read More2.09.26 – APFA Issues Unanimous Vote of No Confidence in American Airlines CEO Robert Isom
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.
Read More2.09.26 – AA Flight Attendants Issue 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.
Read More2.07.26 – Review Your 2026 Benefits Elections
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:Â My.AA.com > Benefits Service Center > Health & Insurance > Your Current Coverage
Read More2.06.26 – 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.
Read More2.05.26 – APFA Notification System Checklists Are Available to Download
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
Read More2.05.26 – 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
Read More2.05.26 – FMLA: 33 Years of Access to Worker Health Protections
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.
Read More2.04.26 – Injury on Duty (IOD) Information and Support
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.
Read More2.02.26 – Primary Round of 2026-27 Vacation Bidding FAQ’s
The Primary Round of Vacation Bidding will close on Wednesday, February 25Â at 12Â PMÂ (CT). Primary Round awards will be posted no later than Monday, March 2 at 12Â PM (CT).
Read More2.01.26 – Company Accountability for Contract Violations: Winter Storm Fern
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
Read More2.01.26 – March 2026 Bidding Timelines
March bidding timeline including ETB, TTS, vacation, PBS, CQ, and more
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