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2.10.23 – APFA Virtual Retirement Seminar – Friday, February 24th

Virtual retirement seminar on Friday, February 24th from 11:00 – 13:00 (CT). Topics will include: 401(k), 65-Point Plan, COBRA, Medicare, Pensions, Retiree Travel, Social Security, Vacation/Sick Payout.

2.09.23 – Facts About Cabin LOSA

A company communication detailing the Cabin Line Operation Safety Audit (LOSA) for Flight Attendants was released earlier this week. The communication raised many questions.

2.09.23 – APFA Virtual Membership Meeting Begins at 11:00am CT

The APFA Virtual Membership Meeting begins today at 11:00am CT.

2.08.23 – APFA Virtual Membership Meeting: Tomorrow, February 9, 2023

APFA will be hosting a Virtual Membership Meeting tomorrow, February 9th, from 11:00am until 12:00pm (CT).

2.08.23 – APFA Negotiations Town Hall – Thursday, February 23, 2023

Your APFA Negotiating Committee is hosting a virtual Negotiations Town Hall on Thursday, February 23rd, from 1 pm until 2 pm (CT). The Negotiating Committee will be discussing the status of negotiations.

2.07.23 – Ballots Mailed for 2023 Base Representative Elections

Ballots for the 2023 Base Representative Elections were mailed to the membership today, February 7, 2023, to the following bases: CLT, DFW, LAX, MIA, ORD and PHL.

2.04.23 – DFW Weather Event: A Message of Thanks

It was another challenging week as snow, sleet, and freezing rain impacted the DFW operation. As a result, Flight Attendants experienced sequence disruptions and long wait times to speak with crew tracking and the hotel/limo desk.

2.04.23 – APFA Virtual Membership Meeting: Thursday, February 9, 2023

APFA will be hosting a Virtual Membership Meeting on Thursday, February 9th, from 11:00am until 12:00pm (CT).

2.03.23 – National Heart Health Awareness Month

February is National Heart Health Awareness Month. American Heart Month raises awareness of the importance of a healthy heart and encourages healthy habits that help reduce the risk of heart disease. Just under half of all adults in America have hypertension (HBP)/high blood pressure.

2.01.23 – March 2023 Bidding Timelines

March bidding timeline including CQ bidding, vacation, TTS, etc.

2.01.23 – February Recognitions

February is Black History Month, celebrating African American roles in our history and the achievements that continue to push our country to greatness.

1.30.23 – Rescheduling Reminders: DFW Weather Event

A winter weather event in the DFW area is expected to bring mixed precipitation, primarily freezing rain and sleet, through 0600 CST on Wednesday, February 1st.

1.30.23 – Celebrating Black History Month: Join Your DEI Committee in Washington, D.C.

Join the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion committee as we celebrate Black History Month in Washington, D.C. We will be in the terminal from 11:20 am-1:20 pm and then The National Museum of African American History & Culture.

1.30.23 – Primary Round of 2023-24 Vacation Bidding Now Open

The Primary Round of Vacation Bidding opened today, January 30th at 1200 (CT). The Primary Round of Vacation Bidding will close on Wednesday, March 1st at 1200 (CT). Primary Round awards will be posted no later than Tuesday, March 7th at 1200 (CT).

1.29.23 – 2023 APFA Annual Board of Directors Convention

The 2023 APFA Annual Board of Directors Convention will be held on March 14 – 17, 2023, at the Westin Las Colinas.

1.27.23 – APFA Leadership on Capitol Hill- January 24, 2023

Julie, along with APFA Government Affairs Representatives Allie Malis and Lori Glattly, met with both the House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee Majority and Minority, as well as Senate Commerce Chair Maria Cantwell (D-WA).

1.25.23 – APFA Negotiations Virtual Town Hall Recording- January 18, 2023

The January 18, 2023 Negotiations Virtual Town Hall recording is now available.

1.23.23 – American Airlines Flight Attendant Negotiations Entering Critical Phase: Picketing Continues

APFA Press Release Monday, January 23, 2023 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Paul Hartshorn, Jr. [email protected] American Airlines Flight Attendant Negotiations Entering Critical Phase: Picketing Continues (Euless, TX) — On…

1.23.23 – Reminder! Systemwide Picket January 24th!

Systemwide Picketing on Tuesday, January 24th, 2023 at 11:00 am-1:00 pm (local time). Read for your base information.

1.21.23 – Changes to Departure Procedures

The company recently released a communication along with the 1Q23 Web-Based Training (WBT) about changes to departure procedures. Effective April 3rd, 2023, Gate Agents will close the aircraft door.

1.19.23 – Website Updates: New Live Polling Open, ‘On the Job’, and More!

Thursday, January 19, 2023 Website Updates, Live Polling, and Helpful Links The newly redesigned APFA website incorporates updates and changes to make the information you need easily accessible. To help…

1.19.23 – American Airlines Flight Attendant Systemwide Picketing Event On Tuesday, January 24th

APFA Press Advisory Thursday, January 19, 2023 Media Contact: Paul Hartshorn, Jr. [email protected] Advisory: American Airlines Flight Attendant Systemwide Picketing Event on Tuesday, January 24th (Euless, TX) — On Tuesday,…

1.18.23 – 2023 Base Election Candidates & Duly Elected Representatives

Today, the APFA National Ballot Committee (NBC) retrieved the Willingness-To-Serves (WTS) for Base President, Base Vice President and Base Council Representatives. The NBC would like to thank all individuals who submitted a WTS for this year!

1.18.23 – February 2023 PBS Bid Award Summary & Mis-Award Process

The February 2023 PBS Award Files will be available to view on the APFA website on or around Thursday, January 19.

1.18.23 – Annual Vacation Buyback Awarded/Vacation Bidding Timelines

The Annual Vacation Buyback for 2023-24 vacation is now awarded. You may view your award in AVBA on the Summary page via Crew Portal > Monthly Bids > Vacation > Annual > Summary.

1.18.23 – January 2023 APFA Negotiations Town Hall Begins Shortly

The APFA virtual Negotiations Town Hall will be held today, January 18th, from 2 pm until 3 pm (CT).

1.17.23 – CAT Member Negotiations Town Hall Begins Shortly

Tuesday, January 17, 2023 The Contract ACTION Team Member only town hall will take place today, at 1:00 pm CST. As a reminder, a full membership town hall is scheduled for January 18th, at…

1.17.23 – Reminder! Tomorrow: APFA Negotiations Town Hall

Your APFA Negotiating Committee is hosting a virtual Negotiations Town Hall tomorrow, Wednesday, January 18th, from 2 pm until 3 pm (CT). The Negotiating Committee will be discussing the status of negotiations.

1.17.23 – Final Reminder: Willingness-To-Serve Notification for Base Representative Elections

Willingness-to-Serve notifications must be electronically submitted to APFA by tomorrow, January 18, 2023, at 1000 (CT). Paper submissions will not be accepted. Please follow all instructions on the form to correctly submit your WTS.

1.17.23 – APFA EAP Peer Support Program

The APFA Employee Assistance, Professional Standards, and Critical Incident Response Team Program continues to evolve. We’d like to offer an update on the support and assistance available. A Peer Support Representative may be reached by calling the APFA EAP Helpline at (833) 214-2002, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

1.16.23 – Reminder! Tomorrow: CAT Member Negotiations Town Hall

Reminder! The Contract ACTION Team Member only town hall will take place tomorrow, January 17th, at 1:00 pm CST.

1.16.23 – Celebrating the Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Today, we celebrate and honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., a civil rights activist who promoted civil disobedience (nonviolence) methodology to effect change. Dr. King pointed out the inequalities of segregation while stopping short of calling for violent confrontation, allowing for a middle-of-the-road reformation of civil rights.

1.13.23 – StayWell Rx

StayWell Rx is a prescription discount program through CVS Caremark. You, your spouse, and dependents covered by American Airlines health insurance plans are eligible to participate in this program.

1.13.23 – 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.