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Ballots for the 2024 National Officer Elections were mailed to the membership today, December 27, 2023, to the addresses on file with APFA. Ballots must be received in the designated Post Office Box no later than 10:00 am (CT) on Friday, January 26, 2024.
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Happy Holidays from APFA! Here’s to continuing the fight for the contract we deserve in 2024! Watch the Video Here
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A Health Care Flexible Spending Account (HCFSA) allows you to contribute part of your paycheck pre-tax to pay for eligible health care expenses throughout the year.
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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.
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In This Hotline: Company PBS Bid Award Summary, APFA PBS Bid Award Summary by Base, PBS Award Files, PBS Mis-Award Process
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Your APFA Negotiations team met in federally supervised mediation in Tampa, Florida, December 12th-14th. As we have previously reported, once we are in federal mediation, the timing and location of negotiations are controlled by the federal mediators.
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The Holiday Incentive Pay dates are: November 22-23 and 26-27; December 24, 25, 26, 31; January 1. If you are missing HOLIDAY PAY on your mid-month check: Complete a DirectConnect on the Inflight page of Jetnet; File a Pay Discrepancy Form on APFA.org
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Please join us for our first virtual retirement seminar of 2024 on Thursday, January 18 from 1100 – 1300 (CT). Topics will include: 401(k), 65-Point Plan, COBRA, Medicare Pensions, Retiree Travel, Social Security, Vacation/Sick Payout
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During Annual Enrollment, American Airlines announced that it is transitioning the administrative services for its spending accounts from Alight Smart-Choice Accounts to Fidelity Investments, effective January 1, 2024.
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APFA held a Special Board of Directors Videoconference on November 17, 2023. The official minutes of this meeting are now available on the APFA website.
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Bargaining will continue December 12th to 14th in Tampa, Florida, a location chosen by the Federal Mediators. The National Mediation Board recently determined that more bargaining was warranted and did not approve our request
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As you know, the National Mediation Board (NMB) recently denied our request for a 30-day cooling-off period. This news has raised questions, and to provide clarity and transparency, we’ve compiled some of the frequently asked questions surrounding the denial.
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#SolidaritySeason continues as Flight Attendants industry-wide fight to secure contracts we’ve rightfully earned. Our Union Siblings across airlines stand shoulder to shoulder with us, engaged in the same battle.
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Today, the APFA National Ballot Committee (NBC) retrieved the Willingness-To-Serves (WTS) for the positions of National President, National Vice President, National Secretary and National Treasurer.
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Today, the 2023 Third Quarter meeting of the APFA Executive Committee was called to order. The assembly approved the agenda, which you may view by clicking here.
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A mobileCCI message has been sent to all Flight Attendants regarding a required update to Comply365 version 9.2 on the EFB with an effective date of Tuesday, December 12, 2023.
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The regularly scheduled APFA Third Quarter 2023 Executive Committee Meeting will be held on Wednesday, December 6, 2023, at APFA Headquarters.
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This is a FINAL reminder that the National Ballot Committee (NBC) has posted the Willingness-to-Serve (WTS) for the positions of National President, National Vice President, National Secretary and National Treasurer on the APFA website.
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Can I safeguard my well-being and flight safety while using over-the-counter medications? Consider some best practices. Never use any medication that has alcohol as an ingredient while you are working or within 8 hours of working.
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In accordance with JCBA Section 25.B, full month, unpaid Voluntary Leaves of Absence (VLOA) are being offered for the January 2024 bid month at all bases. Bidding for January 2024 full month, unpaid VLOAs will close Thursday, December 7 at 1200 (CT).
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December 2023 Recognitions including Universal Month for Human Rights, International Day of Abolition of Slavery, Bodhi Day, Our Lady of Guadalupe Day, Posadas Navideñas, and more
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We have been notified that there have been multiple violations of our contractual scope language and the Recognition and Scope settlement agreement dated February 12, 2020.
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Yesterday, the National Mediation Board denied APFA’s request for release into a 30-day cooling-off period. It is clear that American’s proposals do not meet Flight Attendant’s needs. We will not settle for less than what we have earned.
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At this time, the National Mediation Board (NMB) has denied our request for release into a 30-day cooling-off period. The Railway Labor Act (RLA) is supposed to protect us, yet here we are, fighting tooth and nail for what we rightfully deserve.
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American Airlines Regional Director and former Chicago Base Manager Debbie Carvatta passed away on November 24th following a brief illness. Her family has graciously shared details of her visitation and memorial service.
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As we move forward with our fight for the contract we deserve at American Airlines, we will face many challenges and opportunities. One thing is clear: by a 99.47% strike vote, we demonstrated to management that we are united in seeking a fair contract
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On this Thanksgiving Day, we thank you for the integrity and honor you bring to our profession every time you take to the skies.
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The 2023 APFA Fall Board of Directors Meeting was held October 10-12, 2023, at APFA Headquarters. In accordance with the APFA Policy Manual, the official minutes of this meeting are now available on APFA.org.
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This is a reminder that the National Ballot Committee (NBC) has posted the Willingness-to-Serve (WTS) for the positions of National President, National Vice President, National Secretary and National Treasurer on the APFA website.
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During Annual Enrollment, American Airlines announced that it is transitioning the administrative services for its spending accounts from Alight Smart-Choice Accounts to Fidelity Investments, effective January 1, 2024.
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Julie Hedrick, the APFA National President sent a letter to the National Mediation Board on Monday, November 20 requesting a release into a thirty day cooling off period.
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This morning, APFA National President Julie Hedrick sent a letter to the members of the National Mediation Board (NMB) requesting that APFA and the Company be released into a thirty-day cooling-off period.
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Monday, November 20, 2023 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Paul Hartshorn, Jr. [email protected] Flight Attendants at American Airlines Ask for Release to Strike After negotiating for almost five years, including…
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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.
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Please join us on Thursday, November 7th, at 2:00pm CT for the first virtual APFA Safety and Security Townhall! We’ll be discussing the role our department serves in supporting the membership
Continue ReadingAPFA stands shoulder to shoulder with our union siblings at UNITEHERE! in their courageous fight against corporate greed. As hotel workers across the country strike for fair contracts, livable wages, and dignity on the job, we remain steadfast in our support.
Continue ReadingRetro Pay Important Dates and Deadlines, When will I receive my Retro Pay?, Am I eligible for Retro Pay?, What are 401(k) eligible earnings?, Retro Pay and your 401(k), Changing Your Special Election 401(k) Contribution, When is the last day to change my Direct Deposit
Continue Reading2025 Annual Enrollment opens Monday, October 28 and closes Monday, November 11 at 11:59 pm (CT)
Continue ReadingIn light of the destruction caused by recent storms Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton, Wings Foundation, Inc is in need of your financial support.
Continue ReadingCoverage 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.
Continue ReadingCompany PBS Bid Award Summary, APFA PBS Bid Award Summary by Base, PBS Award Files, PBS Mis-Award Process
Continue ReadingThis afternoon, National President Julie Hedrick called to order the 2024 APFA Board of Directors Fall Meeting at APA Headquarters. The assembly approved the final agenda, which you may view here.
Continue ReadingThe APFA Board of Directors Fall Meeting will be held October 16-17, 2024, at APFA Headquarters. In accordance with the APFA Policy Manual, the Tentative Agenda for this meeting is now available on APFA.org.
Continue ReadingOn October 3, APFA hosted a virtual Membership Meeting, which included pertinent topics from your APFA Department Chairs and Committees. Video start times for each department are listed here
Continue ReadingDepression is the most common form of mental illness in the United States, with around 22 % of adults suffering from depression as of 2022. Too often, depression is misunderstood as simply “feeling sad”.
Continue ReadingMany Flight Attendants have been impacted by Hurricanes Helene and Milton. APFA has reached a Letter of Agreement (LOA) with the company to provide some special arrangements for Flight Attendants based in MIA and CLT
Continue ReadingSave the date for Government Affairs, Safety and Security Department, Retirement Department events
Continue ReadingRAP D Changes, RAP Start Times included in Bid Packet Cover Sheet, Standby Information Included in Bid Packet Cover Sheet, Cancelled Sequence in PBS, Flex Month/ Vacation Monthly Buyback, Offline Air Transportation
Continue ReadingUpdated language in Section 10.J.1.b of the CBA covers pay protections for the loss of sequences due to natural disasters. This provision was implemented on October 1, 2024 (Date of Signing).
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M-F: 9:00AM - 5:00PM (CT)
Phone: (817) 540-0108
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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-F: 9:00AM - 5:00PM (CT)
Phone: (817) 540-0108
After-Hours Live Chat
Weekends / Holidays: 9:00AM - 5:00PM (CT)
Currently, no scheduled events...