Posts Tagged ‘July 2025’
7.30.25 – Q2 2025 APFA Executive Committee Meeting Final Agenda
Today, the 2025 Second Quarter meeting of the APFA Executive Committee was called to order. The assembly approved the agenda, which you may view by clicking here.
Read More7.28.25 – 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.
Read More7.28.25 – Safety First – One Flight Attendant Per Widebody Door
APFA continues to sound the alarm regarding the recently recertified 787-9P, which is now operated with a minimum crew of just seven (7) Flight Attendants. For the safety of passengers in an emergency evacuation, a Flight Attendant must be present
Read More7.24.25 – Q2 2025 APFA Executive Committee Meeting Tentative Agenda
The regularly scheduled APFA Second Quarter 2025 Executive Committee Meeting will be held on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, at APFA Headquarters. In accordance with APFA Policy Manual 4.A.1.a.(1), the Tentative Agenda for this meeting is now available.
Read More7.24.25 – Minutes From the July 12, 2025 Special Board of Directors Meeting
A Special APFA Board Meeting was held on Saturday, July 12, 2025 via videoconference. In accordance with the APFA Policy Manual, the official minutes are now available on APFA.org.
Read More7.24.25 – 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.
Read More7.18.25 – Coverage Needed (CN) Dates – August 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 More7.18.25 – August 2025 PBS Bid Award Summary & Mis-Award Process
August 2025 PBS Bid Award Summary & Mis-Award Process Friday, July 18, 2025 In Today’s Hotline: Company PBS Bid Award Summary APFA PBS Bid Award Summary by Base PBS Award…
Read More7.16.25 – Clarification on the Recent “Password Reset” Email
We are aware that some members recently received an unexpected message about setting or resetting a password. We want to reassure you that there’s no cause for concern.
Read More7.16.25 – 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
Read More7.16.25 – An Update on Recent IROPs
Over the last few days, American Airlines has experienced significant irregular operations that have left many Flight Attendants stranded with no contact from the company. Some were stranded overnight without hotel accommodations
Read More7.15.25 – 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.
Read More7.15.25 – Today’s APFA Virtual Retirement Seminar Begins at 11 AM!
Join us today from 11 AM until 1 PM for a virtual retirement seminar. Topics will include: 401(k), 65-Point Plan, COBRA, Medicare, Pensions, Retiree Travel, RHRA, Social Security, Vacation/Sick Payout
Read More7.13.25 – Rescheduling Reminders: July 12th Storms
Yesterday, the operation experienced significant irregular operations. As a reminder, below are the rescheduling provisions from the CBA. Additionally, there is an IROPS form on the APFA website which allows us to collect data regarding any IROPS situation
Read More7.11.25 – Reminder: APFA Virtual Retirement Seminar – Tuesday, July 15th, 2025
Join us for a virtual retirement seminar on Tuesday, July 15th, 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 More7.10.25 – APFA Special Board of Directors Meeting Tentative and Final Agendas for Saturday, July 12, 2025
APFA will hold a Special Board of Directors Meeting via videoconference on Saturday, July 12, 2025. In accordance with the APFA Policy Manual, both the Tentative Agenda and Final Agenda for this meeting are now available on APFA.org.
Read More7.10.25 – Update on Sit Rig Pay Dispute for Reserve Flight Attendants
One of the hard-fought provisions we secured in our new contract is sit rig pay. As stated in this May 13th CIC hotline, Management is disputing how this pay is calculated for reserve Flight Attendants on a reserve day who don’t reach the 75-hour monthly reserve guarantee.
Read More7.09.25 – Treasurer’s Update/Annual LM-2 Filing Now Available Online
We’ve officially posted the LM-2 report for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2025, in the Members-only section of the APFA website. This required filing with the U.S. Department of Labor provides a detailed accounting of how your dues were received, allocated, and disbursed.
Read More7.02.25 – APFA Hotel & Transportation Department Update
As your APFA Hotel Department continues advocating for CBA-compliant accommodations and transportation, we want to share an important update: More than 150 of the Company’s hotel and transportation contracts expire at the end of 2025
Read More7.02.25 – 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.
Read More7.01.25 – APFA Calls on CEO Isom to Prioritize 787-9P Safety Over Operational Convenience
Today, APFA National President Julie Hedrick sent a formal letter to American Airlines CEO Robert Isom and Vice President of Safety and Regulatory Compliance Cedric Wilson, expressing APFA’s serious concerns
Read More7.01.25 – August 2025 Bidding Timelines
August bidding timeline including CQ, Vacation, ETB, PBS, 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...