Posts Tagged ‘January 2025’
1.31.25 – A Message of Support for Our AFA PSA Family
We continue to offer support to those affected by the crash of PSA/ American Eagle Flight 5342. Words of support from the aviation community are most appreciated during this difficult time.
Read More1.30.25 – Supporting PSA/ American Eagle Flight Attendants
Our hearts remain with the families of the crew and passengers of American Eagle Flight 5342, and we extend our deepest gratitude to the first responders at the crash site.
Read More1.29.25 – American Eagle Flight 5342 Collides with Helicopter at DCA
At approximately 9:00pm ET, American Eagle Flight 5342, operated by PSA Airlines, was reportedly involved in a collision with a helicopter while landing at Washington National Airport. The flight originated from Wichita, Kansas.
Read More1.28.25 – Q4 2024 APFA Executive Committee Meeting Tentative Agenda
The regularly scheduled APFA Fourth Quarter 2024 Executive Committee Meeting will be held on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, at APFA Headquarters.
Read More1.27.25 – Primary Round of 2025-26 Vacation Bidding Now Open
The Primary Round of Vacation Bidding opened today, January 27 at 12:00 PM (CT). The Primary Round of Vacation Bidding will close on Wednesday, February 26 at 12:00 PM (CT).
Read More1.25.25 – 2025 Base Representative Candidates & Duly Elected Representatives
Today, the APFA National Ballot Committee (NBC) retrieved the Willingness-To-Serves (WTS) for the positions of Base President, Base Vice President and Base Council Representatives. The NBC would like to thank all individuals who submitted a WTS for this term!
Read More1.25.25 – 2025 Base Representative Candidates & Duly Elected Representatives to be Announced Later Today
Thank you for the overwhelming response to the Willingness-to-Serve submissions for the 2025 Base Representative Elections. The APFA National Ballot Committee (NBC) is fully committed to diligently verifying each submission and candidate
Read More1.24.25 – Final Reminder: Notification of Willingness-to-Serve for 2025 Base Representative Elections
This is a final reminder that the National Ballot Committee (NBC) has posted the Willingness-to-Serve (WTS) for the Base Representative positions of Base President, Base Vice President, and Base Council Rep (BCR) for BOS, CLT, DCA, DFW, LAX, LGA, MIA, ORD, PHL, and PHX
Read More1.24.25 – Letters of Agreement: California Wildfires and DFW Weather Event
Today, APFA National President Julie Hedrick signed two Letters of Agreement (LOA). The first LOA addresses LAX-based Flight Attendants and those commuters from the area affected by the devastating wildfires.
Read More1.21.25 – Filing an Injury on Duty (IOD) Report
When you suffer an injury while on duty, it is important to file your report correctly to ensure your case is handled appropriately. Follow these steps for a proper filing process
Read More1.21.25 – Notification of Willingness-to-Serve for Ad Hoc to the Executive Committee
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 #3 and #4.
Read More1.18.25 – Coverage Needed (CN) Dates – February 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 More1.18.25 – February 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 More1.17.25 – 2025-26 Annual Vacation Buyback Awarded
In accordance with 2024 CBA Section 8.F., Flight Attendants have the option to buyback a portion or all vacation days accrued during 2024 (carryover days are excluded).
Read More1.17.25 – 2024 Dues Restructure – Final Vote Results
Yesterday, we provided you with the preliminary results of the 2024 Dues Restructure Vote. This hotline includes all final voting information from our vendor, YesElections, and a breakdown of voting tallies by base.
Read More1.16.25 – 2024 Dues Restructure Results
The Members have spoken, and we hear you. The three ballot measures included in the 2024 Dues Restructure did not pass ratification.
Read More1.16.25 – 2024 Dues Restructure Voting Results
The 2024 Dues Restructure voting has concluded. The APFA National Ballot Committee (NBC) is validating the results of this balloting. Once complete, the NBC will send the final results along with the base breakdowns.
Read More1.15.25 – 2024 Dues Restructure Voting Closes Tomorrow
Dues vs Wage Interactive Comparison Calculators, Including Instructional Videos, Now Available; All APFA Members in good standing may participate in the Dues Restructure vote. Your vote is completely confidential.
Read More1.15.25 – A Message From Your APFA Board of Directors
The APFA Board of Directors is dedicated to prioritizing the interests of the Association and its members. We recognize the concerns and differing opinions within our membership.
Read More1.14.25 – COVID-19 Attendance and Leave Policies Update
Starting tomorrow, January 15, 2025, the Company is returning to its pre-pandemic attendance. This update affects the process for requesting Medical Leaves of Absence (MLOA) and Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) leaves.
Read More1.12.25 – Remembering PHX Flight Attendant Celinda Levno
With great sadness, we inform you of the passing of Phoenix-based Flight Attendant Celinda Levno while on layover in Denver. Celinda began her career with America West in 1989.
Read More1.12.25 – 2025-26 Annual Vacation Buyback Closes Tomorrow
The 2025-26 Annual Vacation Buyback process closes tomorrow, January 13, at 12:00 PM (CT). The awards will be posted no later than Friday January 17 at 12:00 PM (CT).
Read More1.10.25 – Minutes From the 3Q24 Executive Committee Meeting
The Third Quarter 2024 APFA Executive Committee Meeting was held on Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at APFA Headquarters in Euless, Texas. In accordance with the APFA Policy Manual, the official minutes are now available on APFA.org.
Read More1.09.25 – 2025 Base Representative Elections Notification of Willingness-to-Serve Reminder
This is a reminder that the National Ballot Committee (NBC) has posted the Willingness-to-Serve (WTS) for the Base Representative positions of Base President, Base Vice President, and Base Council Rep (BCR)
Read More1.08.25 – Southern California Wildfires
The wildfires spreading across Southern California are the most destructive the region has ever experienced. As of this writing, the Palisades fire, west of Los Angeles, has burned 18 square miles
Read More1.08.25 – Rescheduling Reminders: Winter Storm Cora | Training Cancelled Jan. 8 – 10
A major winter storm is expected to blanket parts of the South with snow and ice in the coming days. This weather event may lead to increased commuting and travel difficulties from Texas to the Carolinas and Virginia, impacting cities such as Dallas-Fort Worth and Atlanta, among others.
Read More1.06.25 – 2025-26 Annual Vacation Buyback Now Open
The Annual Vacation Buyback process is now open. It will close on Monday, January 13 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
Read More1.05.25 – Rescheduling Reminders: Winter Storm Blair
Thirteen states are under a winter storm watch/warning as Winter Storm Blair moves across the country, producing multiple days of heavy snow, ice and potentially record-setting low temperatures in the midwest, south, and east.
Read More1.01.25 – February 2025 Bidding Timelines
January bidding timeline including ETB, vacation, TTS, PBS, CQ, and more
Read More1.01.25 – Terror Attack in New Orleans
Early this morning, a suspect drove a pickup truck around barricades and through a crowd of holiday revelers on Bourbon Street in New Orleans. As of this writing, 10 people were killed and dozens more injured.
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