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9.06.23 – September 11th Ceremonies

If you would like to attend a ceremony commemorating the 22nd anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks, we’ve compiled a list of some events across the country.

9.06.23 – Negotiations Update #32

We made some movement in our last two mediated bargaining talks. Our meetings in DFW this week are September 6th-8th. As indicated previously, management has committed to providing us with an economic proposal this week.

9.04.23 – Labor Day 2023

Whether it is Writers Guild of America (WGA), or Screen Actors Guild and American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) members walking the picket lines in Hollywood and New York City or Bakery, Confectionery, Tobacco Workers and Grain Millers (BCTGM) members in Memphis, working people are coming together like never before.

9.01.23 – September 2023 Recognitions

September 2023 Recognitions including Labor Day, World Suicide Prevention Day, National Hispanic Heritage Month, Rosh Hashanah, National POW/MIA Recognition Day, and more

9.01.23 – Turbulence Safety Reminders

When encountering turbulence, It is important to remain seated and secure yourself as quickly as possible. If you are in the aisle performing a service, brace the cart by wedging it between aisle seats

9.01.23 – Join Us at the NYC Labor Day Parade! Sept 9, 2023

Walk with APFA and other Unions at the NYC Labor Day Parade! Last year, approximately 80,000 marchers from more than 200 unions returned to 5th Avenue for the first time in three years

9.01.23 – October 2023 Bidding Timelines

October 2023 bidding timelines including CQ, vacation, PBS, ETB, and more

8.31.23 – Negotiations Update #31: Sending a Powerful Message

Yesterday, we made it clear to American management that we are fired up, unified, and standing together for a contract with significant improvements to compensation, retirement, scheduling flexibility, and more. This strong strike authorization vote is a powerful tool necessary to reach an agreement.

8.30.23 – We Are Ready! Strike Vote Passes Overwhelmingly

99.47% of participating Flight Attendants voted yes to authorize a strike! This vote authorizes APFA leadership to call a strike if contract talks do not yield significant improvements.

8.29.23 – Time is Running Out! Strike Authorization Voting Closes Tonight!

A strong strike authorization vote sends a strong message to management. We Are Ready for significant contract improvements which recognizes our contributions to the success of American Airlines. If you haven’t already, cast your vote now.

8.28.23 – Reminder: American Airlines Flight Attendant Union To Announce Strike Vote Results

This Wednesday, American Airlines Flight Attendants, represented by the Association of Professional Flight Attendants (APFA), will hold a series of informational pickets at twelve Flight Attendant bases across the U.S.

8.27.23 – Cast Your Vote Today/ Picketing Locations

A strong strike authorization vote sends a strong message to management: We Are Ready for significant contract improvements which recognizes our contributions to the success of American Airlines. Cast your vote today.

8.24.23 – Negotiations Update #30: The Fight Continues!

As the August 29th deadline to vote for strike authorization approaches, we want to outline some of the key things at stake in this round of bargaining. The Pilots just ratified their agreement which provides 46% wage increases over the duration of the contract. It’s our turn and We Are Ready!

8.23.23 – Harvard University Flight Attendant Health Study Ends Friday

The research group requests current and retired Flight Attendants to participate in this fourth survey to represent our profession accurately. The goal is to understand the prevalence of health conditions in current and retired U.S. and international flight crew

8.23.23 – No Paper Ballots for Strike Authorization Voting

As we enter the home stretch on the strike authorization vote, we have heard from some Flight Attendants who are still waiting for their ballot in the mail. Voting for the strike authorization is entirely electronic.

8.23.23 – American Airlines Flight Attendant Union To Announce Strike Vote Results At Pickets Across U.S.

EULESS, Texas (August 23rd, 2023) – On August 30th – the Wednesday before Labor Day – American Airlines Flight Attendants, represented by the Association of Professional Flight Attendants (APFA), will hold a series of informational pickets at twelve Flight Attendant bases across the U.S.

8.22.23 – 2Q 2023 Executive Committee Meeting Final Agenda

Today, the 2023 Second Quarter meeting of the APFA Executive Committee was called to order. The assembly approved the agenda, which you may view by clicking here.

8.20.23 – Need Help Casting Your Strike Authorization Vote?

Need help casting your strike authorization vote? Voting closes August 29th! Make a plan to join a picket on August 30th!

8.18.23 – Coverage Needed (CN) Dates – September 2023

Coverage Needed (CN) is a term applied to a day in a bid month that occurs when not enough Flight Attendants bid in PBS to fly on that day. PBS will allow as many Flight Attendants to be off on a particular day (whether it’s a holiday or not) as possible

8.18.23 – September 2023 PBS Bid Award Summary & Mis-Award Process

Company PBS Bid Award Summary, APFA PBS Bid Award Summary by Base, PBS Award Files, PBS Mis-Award Process

8.17.23 – Strike Authorization Vote Eligibility Deadline Approaching

To vote in the strike authorization vote, you must be dues current by Thursday, August 24th, at 5pm (CT). If you are not in good standing by this deadline, you will be unable to vote in the strike authorization vote.

8.17.23 – 2023 Second Quarter Executive Committee Tentative Agenda

The regularly scheduled APFA Second Quarter 2023 Executive Committee Meeting will be held on Tuesday, August 22, 2023, at APFA Headquarters. In accordance with APFA Policy Manual 4.A.1.a.(1), the Tentative Agenda for this meeting is now available

8.16.23 – Special BOD Meeting Minutes – Strike Authorization Vote

APFA held a Special Board of Directors Videoconference on July 17, 2023. The official minutes of this meeting are now available on the APFA website.

8.13.23 – APFA Virtual Retirement Town Hall – Special Medicare Edition

APFA is hosting a Special Medicare Edition of our Virtual Retirement Town Hall. We will have a Medicare Advisor answering your questions about Medicare on Tuesday, September 19th, from 11:00 am until 1:00 pm (CT).

8.12.23 – #HawaiiStrong: Assistance for Those Affected by the Hawaii Fires

The recent fires on Hawaii’s Big Island and Maui have caused incredible devastation. Many residents have lost everything, and whole towns have been destroyed.

8.11.23 – CQ: Final Targeted Training and Special Tracking

This hotline aims to help you understand the process if you are ever unsuccessful at CQ and remind you that APFA Safety and Security is here to support you throughout all aspects of your flight attendant duties, including your annual CQ training.

8.11.23 – We Are Ready! Systemwide Picketing Event: Wednesday, August 30th

We Are Ready! Systemwide Picketing Event Wednesday, August 30th Friday, August 11, 2023 Save the date! On Wednesday, August 30th, APFA Flight Attendants and supporters from Sibling Unions and our…

8.10.23 – Your PBS Dashboard

The Dashboard is your starting point each month when bidding in PBS. Each Flight Attendant’s Dashboard is unique and contains information specific to you and your base for the bid month.

8.09.23 – #SolidaritySummer: Upcoming Labor Events

We appreciate the Labor support received on our picket lines over the last year, from Union Members to those in our communities who support our fight for contractual improvements. Read more for upcoming Labor events for Flight Attendants to offer support.

8.08.23 – Strike Authorization Vote Open Through August 29th

Have you voted in the strike authorization vote? Password resets/ other strike vote-related questions

8.06.23 – 9/11 Memorial & Museum National Aviation Week

On the morning of September 11, 2001, Flight Crew Members aboard Flights 11, 77, 175, and 93 responded courageously to the unfolding events of that tragic day. We remember these Flight Crew Members every day especially during National Aviation Day and Week.

8.05.23 – Harvard University Flight Attendant Health Study Ends August 25th

The research group requests current and retired Flight Attendants to participate in this fourth survey to represent our profession accurately. Health Study Survey Closes on Friday, August 25, 2023. Click Here to Take the Survey Now!

8.05.23 – A Message From Your APFA Base Presidents- August 5, 2023

Please join your local base leadership by sending a strong message that we demand an industry-leading contract recognizing our contributions to the success of American Airlines.

8.04.23 – Strike Authorization Voting for Probationary Flight Attendants

All APFA Members in good standing, including probationary Flight Attendants, may participate in the strike authorization vote. Your vote is completely confidential.

8.03.23 – Should I or Shouldn’t I Use CBD?

As a Flight Attendant, if you test positive for marijuana (THC), regardless of whether it is state approved medical or recreational marijuana and regardless of whether you knowingly smoked a joint or unknowingly ate a marijuana edible, you will be deemed a test violator.