Posts Tagged ‘January 2026’
1.28.26 – In Memoriam: PSA/ American Eagle Flight 5342
We mourn the lives lost in the tragic collision involving PSA / American Eagle Flight 5342 and a military helicopter while landing at Washington National Airport on January 29, 2025. Sixty passengers, four crew members, and all three aboard the helicopter lost their lives.
Read More1.27.26 – Hotel Assistance at Crew Service Centers
Due to the company’s failure to repair sequences and secure hotel rooms within the contractual guidelines of three (3) hours, APFA has forced the company to find alternatives to booking hotel rooms sooner, even if the sequence has still failed continuity.
Read More1.27.26 – Incentive Day Added for January 28, 2026
In accordance with CBA 3.K.2, Flight Attendants will receive incentive pay for the flight legs you work that touch Wednesday, January 28, 2026, the Incentive Day. The incentive pay will be paid to all Flight Attendants, both Lineholders and Reserves
Read More1.27.26 – 4Q 2025 APFA EC Meeting Postponed
Due to inclement weather, the APFA Fourth Quarter 2025 Executive Committee Meeting scheduled for Wednesday, January 28, 2026, has been postponed. The meeting has been rescheduled for Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at APFA Headquarters.
Read More1.27.26 – While Competitors Surge Ahead, American Falls Further Behind
Today, American Airlines released its fourth quarter and full-year 2025 earnings—and once again, the results disappointed employees, investors and Wall Street. While we are pleased American achieved a small profit, our airline continues to lag its competitors by a significant margin.
Read More1.26.26 – Incentive Day for January 27, 2026
In accordance with CBA 3.K.2, Flight Attendants will receive incentive pay for the flight legs you work that touch Tuesday, January 27, 2026, the Incentive Day. The incentive pay will be paid to all Flight Attendants, both Lineholders and Reserves, working on the designated Incentive Day
Read More1.26.26 – 4Q 2025 APFA EC Meeting Updated Start Time
Due to inclement weather, the regularly scheduled APFA Fourth Quarter 2025 Executive Committee Meeting on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, will begin at 1230CT at APFA Headquarters.
Read More1.26.26 – Winter Storm Fern Update- January 26, 2026
This weekend, and into today, Flight Attendants are still waiting for hours to reach Crew Tracking to have sequences repaired. Once sequences are repaired, crews are waiting even longer for hotel and ground transportation assignments, some without hotel assignments at all.
Read More1.26.26 – Calling In Well/ Incentive Day Activated for January 27, 2026
Incentive Day: Tuesday, January 27, 2026. Per section 3.K.2 of our contract, the company has designated Tuesday, January 27, 2026, as an Incentive Day. What does this mean?
Read More1.26.26 – Primary Round of 2026-27 Vacation Bidding Now Open
The Primary Round of Vacation Bidding opened today, January 26 at 12 PM (CT). The Primary Round of Vacation Bidding will close on Wednesday, February 25 at 12 PM (CT). Primary Round awards will be posted no later than Monday, March 2 at 12 PM (CT).
Read More1.24.26 – 4Q 2025 APFA Executive Committee Meeting Tentative Agenda
The regularly scheduled APFA Fourth Quarter 2025 Executive Committee Meeting will be held on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at APFA Headquarters. In accordance with APFA Policy Manual 4.A.1.a.(1), the Tentative Agenda for this meeting is now available
Read More1.23.26 – Direct Denial: New CBA Pay Protections for Extraordinary Circumstances
Flight Attendants in multiple bases have experienced denials and delays of pay protection claims for full sequence cancellations due to Hurricane Melissa. Our new contract brought new pay protections for extraordinary circumstances in 10.J.1.b
Read More1.23.26 – Extended Contract and Scheduling Desk Live Messaging Hours
As we shared earlier today, a powerful winter storm is set to impact parts of the South, Midwest, and Northeast over the next few days. In that hotline, we communicated the resources and support the company is responsible for providing to Flight Attendants.
Read More1.23.26 – Support and Resources During Winter Storm Fern
A powerful winter storm will move across the South, Midwest, and Northeast from today through Monday, bringing hazardous ice and heavy snowfall. If you need assistance, the following resources are available to help support you.
Read More1.22.26 – StayWell Rx
Have you been diagnosed with diabetes, asthma, or hypertension/high blood pressure? Do you take medication(s) to manage it? If so, you can fill your prescription(s) for free through StayWell Rx. StayWell Rx is a prescription discount program through CVS Caremark.
Read More1.21.26 – Labor Notes 2026 Conference Registration Now Open
Register to attend the 2026 Labor Notes Conference here! Labor Notes was founded by labor organizers to amplify the voices of Union Activists and strengthen the labor movement. Through its website, books, media, and most importantly its conferences, Labor Notes provides hands-on training
Read More1.19.26 – 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 #1 and #2.
Read More1.19.26 – Dr. King’s Legacy: Defending Labor, Defending Justice
On this Martin Luther King Jr. Day, we honor Dr. King by recognizing how urgently his warnings apply to today’s current events, as Unions and the collective bargaining process are under attack. Any attack on any group of Workers is an attack on all Workers.
Read More1.18.26 – Coverage Needed (CN) Dates – February 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 More1.18.26 – February 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 More1.17.26 – 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.
Read More1.15.26 – 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.
Read More1.15.26 – 17 Years Ago Today: US Airways Flight 1549, ‘Miracle on the Hudson’
Today marks the 17th anniversary of US Airways flight 1549, known as the “Miracle on the Hudson’. Denise Lockie, a passenger and survivor of the flight, is joining with APFA in calling for airlines to staff a well-trained Flight Attendant at every dual-aisle widebody aircraft exit
Read More1.14.26 – ‘Miracle on the Hudson’ Survivor Denise Lockie Joins APFA to Stand Against FAA-Authorized Minimum Flight Attendant Crew Cuts
Denise Lockie, a passenger and survivor of the flight that became known as the ‘Miracle on the Hudson’ and a dedicated aviation safety advocate, is joining with the APFA in calling for airlines to staff a well-trained Flight Attendant at every dual-aisle widebody aircraft exit
Read More1.11.26 – 2026-27 Annual Vacation Buyback Closes Tomorrow
The Annual Vacation Buyback process will close tomorrow, Monday, January 12 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 accrued during 2025 (carryover days are excluded).
Read More1.10.26 – APFA Accepting Resumes for Administrative and National Department Chairs
APFA is accepting resumes for the following positions: National Balloting Committee (minimum of 4); Regional Representatives (8); National Department Chairs (Communications, Contract, Health, Hotel, Injury on Duty (IOD), Safety/Security, Scheduling), etc.
Read More1.09.26 – APFA Accepting Resumes for National Budget Committee Members
APFA is seeking engaged, thoughtful members to serve on the National Budget Committee, a vital group that works under the direction of the National Treasurer to review, advise, and support the Union’s financial planning and oversight.
Read More1.05.26 – 2026-27 Annual Vacation Buyback Now Open
The Annual Vacation Buyback process is now open. It will close on Monday, January 12 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 accrued during 2025 (carryover days are excluded)
Read More1.03.26 – Caribbean Cancellations Update
Caribbean Cancellations Update Saturday, January 3, 2026 As was communicated earlier today, APFA is fully engaged with the company on the developing situation in the Caribbean as a result of airspace restrictions…
Read More1.03.26 – Unpaid VLOAs for February 2026
In accordance with CBA 25.B, full month, unpaid Voluntary Leaves of Absence (VLOAs) are being offered for the February 2026 bid month at all bases. Bidding for February 2026 full month, unpaid VLOAs opened today, Saturday, January 3, at 1200 (CT).
Read More1.03.26 – Caribbean Cancellations Due to FAA Restrictions and Escalation in Venezuela
Reports of explosions in Caracas, Venezuela, have prompted the FAA to issue temporary airspace restrictions affecting several Caribbean flight routes. American Airlines had already implemented restrictions for the affected area
Read More1.01.26 – February 2026 Bidding Timelines
February bidding timeline including Vacation, ETB, CQ, TTS, 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...