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11.18.24 – APFA Special Board of Directors Meeting Tentative Agenda- Nov 20, 2024

APFA will hold a Special Board of Directors Meeting on November 20, 2024, at APFA Headquarters. In accordance with the APFA Policy Manual, the Tentative Agenda for this meeting is now available on APFA.org.

11.18.24 – Coverage Needed (CN) Dates – December 2024

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.

11.18.24 – December 2024 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

11.18.24 – 31 Years Later: Remembering the 1993 Strike

31 Years Later: Remembering the 1993 Strike Monday, November 18, 2024 Thirty-one years ago, at 6 AM in Dallas/Fort Worth, American Airlines Flight Attendants came together for a historic strike…

11.15.24 – APFA Solidarity Shop

The APFA Solidarity Shop has reopened, and pricing has been restored so that our members and supporters can purchase APFA swag, including t-shirts, lanyards, lapel pins, stickers, and more.

11.12.24 – APFA Virtual Retirement Seminar Starts Soon

The APFA virtual retirement seminar will begin today at 11 am CT. Topics will include: 401(k), 65-Point Plan, COBRA, Medicare, Pensions, Retiree Travel, Social Security, Vacation/Sick Payout

11.11.24 – 2025 Annual Enrollment Ends Tonight!

2025 Annual Enrollment closes tonight at 11:59 pm (CT). View the 2025 Annual Enrollment Cheat Sheet and Checklist

11.11.24 – Reminder: APFA Virtual Retirement Seminar Tomorrow!

As a reminder, we are holding a virtual retirement seminar tomorrow, November 12th, from 11 am until 1 pm (CT). Topics will include: 401(k), 65-Point Plan, COBRA, Medicare, Pensions, Retiree Travel, Social Security, Vacation/Sick Payout

11.11.24 – Honoring Our Veterans 2024

In 1938, legislation was made to make November 11 a legal holiday each year for Veterans. Originally, it was known as Armistice Day. It was a day dedicated to world peace and held in honor of the veterans of World War I.

11.07.24 – Reminder: APFA Virtual Retirement Seminar – Tuesday, November 12th

Virtual retirement seminar Tuesday, November 12, from 11 am until 1 pm (CT). Topics will include: 401(k), 65-Point Plan, COBRA, Medicare, Pensions, Retiree Travel, Social Security, Vacation/Sick Payout

11.07.24 – APFA Virtual Safety & Security Town Hall Begins Soon!

Our first virtual APFA Safety and Security Townhall will begin today at 2:00pm CT. During this meeting, we will discuss our department’s role in supporting our members

11.06.24 – APFA Virtual Safety & Security Town Hall Tomorrow

Join us tomorrow, Thursday, November 7, at 2:00 PM CT for our first virtual APFA Safety and Security Townhall! During this meeting, we will discuss our department’s role in supporting our members

11.06.24 – 2024 Retroactive Pay Percentage Adjustment

With the ratification of the 2024 Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), APFA Flight Attendants will receive a one-time retroactive payout, covering the five years of extended negotiations. This payout is valued at $514 million.

11.05.24 – Today is Election Day – Vote!

Today is Election Day and your opportunity to make your voice heard. If you need help finding your polling place, visit www.vote.org. Your participation in this election is critical to a thriving Democracy.

11.04.24 – 2025 Annual Enrollment Ends Soon | Only 7 Days Left!

2025 Annual Enrollment closes Monday, November 11 at 11:59 pm (CT). 2025 Annual Enrollment Cheat Sheet and the Checklist

11.04.24 – Vice President SBA (Grievance) Update – Jury Duty

APFA is pleased to announce that we have reached a settlement on the APFA Jury Duty Presidential Grievance. This was a long-fought battle over the interpretation of Jury Duty pay post-PBS

11.02.24 – Daylight Saving Time Ends at 2 AM

It’s that time of year again to “Fall Back.” Daylight Saving Time ends in the United States as we set our clocks back to standard time at 2 AM tomorrow morning.

11.01.24 – December 2024 Bidding Timelines

December bidding timeline including ETB, vacation, TTS, PBS, CQ, and more

10.31.24 – Reminder: APFA Virtual Safety & Security Town Hall- Thursday, November 7, 2024

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

10.31.24 – APFA.org Migration to New Server

APFA will be migrating APFA.org to a new server today, Thursday, October 31. We expect 30 to 60 minutes of downtime starting at 7 AM (CT).

10.30.24 – 2024 Fall Board of Directors Meeting Recap

The APFA Fall Board of Directors meeting convened on Wednesday, October 16, 2024. Four steering committees, comprised of your APFA Base and National Leadership, were created to guide critical issues and initiatives for our Union.

10.28.24 – 2025 Annual Enrollment | Now Through November 11

2025 Annual Enrollment closes Monday, November 11 at 11:59 pm (CT). Medical Options/Paycheck Contributions/Prescription, Dental and Vision Coverage, Determine Your Needs/Explore the Different Plans/Enroll by November 11

10.27.24 – APFA Health and IOD Text Support Line

The APFA Health and Injury on Duty (IOD) Departments are excited to introduce our new Health and IOD Text Support Line! This valuable resource allows Flight Attendants to contact our departments directly for general inquiries.

10.24.24 – APFA Virtual Safety & Security Town Hall- Thursday, November 7, 2024

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

10.23.24 – APFA Stands in Solidarity with UniteHere! Hotel Workers on Strike

APFA 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.

10.22.24 – Contract Implementation Update #9: One-Time Ratification Bonus/ Retro Pay Explained

Retro 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

10.19.24 – 2025 Annual Enrollment Begins October 28

2025 Annual Enrollment opens Monday, October 28 and closes Monday, November 11 at 11:59 pm (CT)

10.18.24 – An Update From the Wings Foundation

In light of the destruction caused by recent storms Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton, Wings Foundation, Inc is in need of your financial support.

10.18.24 – Coverage Needed (CN) Dates – November 2024

10.18.24 – November 2024 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

10.16.24 – 2024 APFA Board of Directors Fall Meeting Final Agenda

This 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.

10.15.24 – 2024 APFA Board of Directors Fall Meeting Tentative Agenda

The 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.

10.12.24 – 10/3/24 Virtual Quarterly Membership Meeting Recording

On 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

10.11.24 – Flight Attendant Drug and Alcohol Program (FADAP): Depression Awareness Month

Depression 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”.

10.10.24 – Hurricanes Helene and Milton- Letter of Agreement

Many 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

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6.24.23 – Video Update: Federal Mediation Begins Next Week

Next week, federal mediators assigned by the National Mediation Board will join our negotiations. Susan Wroble, ORD-based Flight Attendant and Member of your Negotiating Committee provides a video update on what lies ahead.

6.23.23 – TAKE ACTION! AA Flight Attendants Deserve Better!

One of the open issues in negotiations is the commuter policy. While we have secured some improvements, we still have not reached agreement. With all the base closings and reductions, many Flight Attendants are forced to commute, and management needs to hear from all Flight Attendants that we deserve an improved commuter policy.

6.22.23 – Workers’ Compensation With Long Term Disability And Social Security Disability

This benefit is only available to those who have elected Long Term Disability (LTD) coverage with MetLife. MetLife Short Term Disability does not cover an approved work related injury. Always file your LTD claim as soon as possible to avoid missing the one year filing deadline.

6.22.23 – American Airlines Management: “A New Approach is Needed”

Jeannette, a 34-year flight attendant with American Airlines, believes that a one size fits all approach doesn’t always work when real, human people are involved.

6.19.23 – APFA Commemorates Juneteenth National Independence Day

Juneteenth, short for “June Nineteenth”, marks the day when federal troops officially arrived in Galveston, Texas, to end slavery in the United States. Even though the Emancipation Proclamation was signed two and a half years earlier, slavery remained largely unaffected in Texas.

6.18.23 – July 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

6.16.23 – American Airlines Flight Attendants: Treated Like “Just a Number”

Melanie has been flying with American Airlines for 36 years. A conscientious and organized Flight Attendant, she arrives early to get through security and to her gate on time, every time. Then, her attendance manager (AFSM) emailed Melanie, saying she would be handed a point for being late.

6.15.23 – Negotiations Update #25

After a briefing with your APFA Base Presidents, your Negotiating Committee passed a reserve proposal to the company intending to lower the number of years Flight Attendants are required to serve reserve.

6.14.23 – Men’s Health Month

June is National Men’s Health Month. It is a time to raise awareness and encourage healthy choices for men of all ages and backgrounds. Seeing a physician each year is a crucial healthy habit for better health.

6.14.23 – APFA Virtual Retirement Seminar – Tuesday, July 25th

Please join us for a virtual retirement seminar on Tuesday, July 25th from 1300 – 1500 (CT). Topics will include: 401(k), 65-Point Plan, COBRA, Medicare, Pensions, Retiree Travel, Social Security, Vacation/Sick Payout

6.12.23 – Your Vote is Your Voice: Become Dues Current Today!

As we head into summer, all Flight Attendants must begin preparing for a possible strike vote. You must be an active member in good standing to cast your ballot.

6.12.23 – Financial Planning Virtual Seminar Tomorrow, June 13th

Join us for a Fight Attendant-focused virtual Financial Planning Seminar on Tuesday, June 13, from 1100 – 1300 (CT).

6.12.23 – Personal International Travel and Known Crewmember (KCM)

The Transportation Security Agency (TSA) continues to observe and investigate cases of crewmembers using Known Crewmember (KCM) while on personal travel to international locations. KCM regulations explicitly prohibit use for personal international travel.

6.12.23 – Smoke, Odor or Fume (SOF) Events Response

As of June 3rd, APFA Safety & Security has been conducting outreach to Flight Attendants involved in Cabin Odor or SOF (Smoke, Odor, or Fume) events.

6.11.23 – FAA Reauthorization Bill 2023

One of the “must-pass” bills on Capitol Hill this year is an FAA Reauthorization Bill. Current funding for the FAA expires at the end of September, so for the FAA to be able to operate beyond September, a bill must be passed by the deadline.

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