Posts Tagged ‘October 2025’
10.31.25 – Reserve Reminders: ROTA/ROTD Acknowledgements
On October 1st, the company discontinued the practice of making “courtesy calls” when Reserve Flight Attendants do not electronically acknowledge ROTA and ROTD assignments when required.
Read More10.31.25 – Treasurer’s Update: An Update on Dues and Income
In this hotline: Where We Stand: APFA’s Financial Stability; Dues & Fees Performance; Spending Your Dues Wisely; What You Can Do: Addressing Your Dues Balance
Read More10.27.25 – 2026 Annual Enrollment Begins November 3
2026 Annual Enrollment opens Monday, November 3 and closes Wednesday, November 19 at 11:59 pm (CT). View the 2026 Annual Enrollment Cheat Sheet for Medical Options/Paycheck Contributions/Prescription, Dental and Vision Coverage, and the 2026 Annual Enrollment Checklist
Read More10.25.25 – Coca-Cola Matching Flight Attendant Wings Donations Through October 31st
The Coca-Cola Company, in partnership with American Airlines, has generously donated $25,000 to Wings Foundation- showing their shared commitment to supporting Flight Attendants in times of need.
Read More10.24.25 – APFA Accepting Resumes for Regional Representative #8
APFA is accepting resumes for Regional Representative position #8 for the remainder of the term ending April 30, 2026. The deadline to submit your resume will be Monday, November 24, 2025, at 12:00 CT.
Read More10.24.25 – Rescheduling Reminders: DFW Potential IROPS
There is potential for thunderstorms in DFW later today, bringing an increased risk of weather-related disruptions and potential impacts to normal operations. As a reminder, below are the rescheduling provisions from the CBA.
Read More10.24.25 – 3Q2025 Earnings Underscore American Airlines’ Competitive Decline
American Airlines’ third quarter 2025 financial results continue to lag our competitors, and the trend is deeply concerning. Rather than closing the performance gap, American continues to fall further behind
Read More10.23.25 – Federal Government Shutdown Entering Fourth Week
As we enter the 23rd day of the shutdown, now the second-longest in U.S. history, 13,000 air traffic controllers and 50,000 Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers are working without pay.
Read More10.21.25 – 2025 APFA Board of Directors Fall Meeting Final Agenda
This morning, National President Julie Hedrick called to order the 2025 APFA Board of Directors Fall Meeting at APFA Headquarters. The assembly approved the final agenda, which you may view here.
Read More10.20.25 – 2026 Annual Enrollment Begins November 3rd
2026 Annual Enrollment opens Monday, November 3 and closes Wednesday, November 19 at 11:59 pm (CT). If you do not participate in annual enrollment, most of your coverage from 2025 will carry over to 2026 with exceptions
Read More10.18.25 – Coverage Needed (CN) Dates – November 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 More10.18.25 – November 2025 PBS Bid Award Summary & Mis-Award Process
November 2025 PBS Bid Award Summary & Mis-Award Process Saturday, October 18, 2025 In Today’s Hotline: Company PBS Bid Award Summary APFA PBS Bid Award Summary by Base PBS Award Files…
Read More10.17.25 – 2026 Benefits: GLP-1 Medication Changes
American Airlines has made a material change to our 2026 healthcare coverage for all American Airlines employees that will significantly impact members who rely on GLP-1 medications for their health and well-being.
Read More10.14.25 – Domestic Violence Awareness Month
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Each year, we take this time to bring attention to an issue that affects millions and to remind you that help and hope are always available.
Read More10.13.25 – Save the Date! APFA Virtual Retirement Seminar – Tuesday, November 11, 2025
We are holding a virtual retirement seminar on Tuesday, November 11th, 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 More10.13.25 – APFA Leads the Push for Stronger Minimum Crew Standards on Capitol Hill
APFA Representatives were on Capitol Hill last week meeting with Members of the U.S. House of Representatives, including those on the Transportation and Infrastructure (T&I) Committee, the Aviation Subcommittee, and the Aviation Safety Caucus.
Read More10.11.25 – 2025 APFA Board of Directors Fall Meeting Tentative Agenda
The 2025 APFA Board of Directors Fall Meeting will be held October 21-22, at APFA Headquarters. In accordance with the APFA Policy Manual, the Tentative Agenda for this meeting is now available on APFA.org.
Read More10.09.25 – Holiday Pay 2025-26
In accordance with CBA 3.K, Flight Attendants will receive Holiday Pay for the flight legs you work that touch designated holiday days. Holiday Pay will be paid to all Flight Attendants, both Lineholders and Reserves, working on a designated holiday, regardless of how you obtained the trip.
Read More10.08.25 – APFA Hotel & Transportation Department Update – October 2025
The APFA Hotel webpage is your central hub for all hotel and transportation information. Updated weekly, it provides the latest on: System-wide layover details, Updates and changes to Hotels and Transportation, etc
Read More10.03.25 – Contract and Scheduling Reminders
The APFA Contract and Scheduling Departments have seen an alarming uptick in three types of scheduling issues that are contract violations: Tagging (adding additional flying after the completion of a sequence)- Non-compliance with CBA 10.J and 12.O. etc
Read More10.02.25 – Breast Cancer Awareness Month/Be Pink Merchandise
Breast Cancer Awareness Month takes place every October and focuses on promoting screening and prevention of the disease. The American Cancer Society’s estimates about 316,950 new cases of invasive breast cancer will be diagnosed in women.
Read More10.01.25 – November 2025 Bidding Timelines
New Additions to Monthly Bidding Timelines: Ballots Open for Reserve Trading Days Off in TTS: 20th of the Month at 1200 (CT); First Run of Ballots for Reserve Trading Days Off in TTS: 24th of the Month at 2300 (HBT)
Read More10.01.25 – Funding Lapse Results in Federal Government Shutdown
Congress and the White House have failed to fund the government, and as of today the federal government is now shut down. Flight Attendants work in a highly-regulated industry that depends on government workers being able to perform their job duties.
Read More10.01.25 – Our Fight, Our Win: Pay Raises, Reserve Improvements and Transparency
Today marks a major milestone in our Contract implementation, with several important improvements taking effect today. From wage raises, per diem, sit rig and hotel penalty pay, to new protections and scheduling enhancements, these gains were not automatic
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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...