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The Unsung Heroes of the Skies: Flight Attendants at American Airlines

Flight attendants are more than just the smiling faces aboard American Airlines flights; they are the heartbeat of the airline's success. Despite facing challenges in compensation and work rules, these dedicated professionals continue to show unwavering commitment to their passengers day in and day out.

Throughout the pandemic, American Airlines flight attendants exemplified resilience and dedication. They braved unprecedented dangers to ensure passengers reached their destinations safely and with care. While many stayed home to protect their health, these essential workers stepped forward, ensuring essential travel could continue.

Flight attendants are the front lines of customer service, safety, and comfort in the skies. Beyond serving meals and ensuring safety protocols, they provide a reassuring presence in times of turbulence, both literal and figurative. They embody American Airlines' commitment to excellence and passenger satisfaction.

Now, more than ever, American Airlines flight attendants are ready for a new contract that acknowledges their invaluable role. They seek recognition for their hard work and dedication, advocating for fair compensation and improved working conditions that reflect their integral part in the airline's success.

Together, let's support the flight attendants who make American Airlines soar.

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Why We Fight

Time for Recognition: American Airlines Flight Attendants Demand Fairness

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American Airlines prides itself on being a leader in performance metrics and categories within the industry. However, its flight attendants have not seen corresponding recognition for their pivotal role in achieving these milestones. As the airline excels, the disparity between the hard work of its flight attendants and their compensation and work rules has become increasingly apparent.

Flight attendants at American Airlines find themselves falling behind their industry peers in terms of pay and work conditions. Now more than ever, American Airlines flight attendants are advocating for pay and work-rule improvements that are long overdue. They seek a contract that reflects the realities of their demanding job and recognizes their sacrifices and dedication.

They are not just asking for recognition of their hard work; they are demanding it. Their commitment to passenger safety and satisfaction deserves nothing less. It is time for management to acknowledge their contributions by negotiating a contract that aligns with their essential role in the airline's success. Fairness and respect are not just aspirations but essential components of a thriving workforce.

Together, let's support American Airlines flight attendants in their pursuit of a contract that recognizes their hard work, sacrifices, and the increasingly demanding nature of their vital profession.

What We Need

Pay for Duty Time

American Airlines flight attendants, like many in the industry, are not compensated for essential duties such as boarding and time between flights. This widespread practice overlooks the significant contributions these professionals make to passenger safety and satisfaction.

It's time for fair compensation that acknowledges all hours worked by flight attendants. Paying for these essential tasks is crucial to recognizing their dedication and ensuring equitable treatment in the airline industry.

Improved Compensation

American Airlines flight attendants face significant pay disparities compared to industry peers, with wages failing to keep up with inflation. Many new hires struggle financially as a result.

It's time for American Airlines to address this issue with improved pay rates that are industry leading. Fair compensation is crucial for retaining and attracting skilled flight attendants who are integral to passenger safety and satisfaction.

Scheduling Flexibility

Flight attendants dedicate substantial time away from home and family, underscoring the need for enhanced scheduling flexibility. They seek improvements in their ability to trade and swap schedules to achieve better work-life balance.

American Airlines flight attendants, like their peers, require more flexible scheduling options to accommodate personal responsibilities while meeting the demands of their roles.

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Your Support Makes the Difference

Your support makes the difference. When American Airlines hears that the public is unhappy with management’s treatment of Flight Attendants, they have to address it. Your voice makes a difference, and your dedication is appreciated. There are many ways to stand with us in our fight. Please consider helping in as many ways as you can:

  • Sign up for updates (we will not sell your information) - Stay informed and engaged with the latest news on negotiations, pickets and strike preparation activities. Sign Up for APFA Updates Here
  • Show your support on social media: Change your profile pic. Share a message of support with hashtags #APFA #WeAreReady #BoardingPayNow. And post a supportive selfie! Visit our Social Media Toolkit page for graphics and more social media resources
  • Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube to get involved and to stay updated on our contract negotiations and our fight for a contract.
  • Print a sign of support and display it in your home, your business and your vehicle. Download a Printable Support Sign here

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Members of the public and APFA supporters can download these images to use on their social media to show support for APFA Flight Attendants and their fight for a contract

Listen to Our Stories

What if American Airlines actually cared about us? What would it be like to work for a company that cared for its employees? What would it be like to have an attendance flight service manager that fostered relationships with Flight Attendants instead of treating us like just another phone call to return?

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American Airlines flight attendants 'one step closer to a strike' after talks end without agreement: union

Fox Business | June 21, 2024

Photo Credit: Giorgio Viera / AFP via Getty Images

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American Airlines, union fail to reach deal on new contract

Reuters | June 21, 2024

Photo Credit: Mike Blake/REUTERS

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American Airlines flight attendants end bargaining without a deal

Dallas Morning News | June 20, 2024

Photo Credit: Juan Figueroa / DMN Staff Photographer

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American Airlines flight attendants are asking the feds if they can strike

Chron | May 9, 2024

Photo Credit: Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images

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Analysts revamp American Airlines stock price target after Investors Day

NPR | February 13, 2024

NurPhoto/Getty Images | The Street

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Azafatas protestan en busca de mejores salarios

La Opinion | February 13, 2024

Crédito: Isaac Ceja | Impremedia

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1004 West Euless Boulevard
Euless, Texas 76040

M-F: 9:00AM - 5:00PM (CT)
Phone: (817) 540-0108

Call APFA

Contract & Scheduling Desk
M-F: 9:00AM - 5:00PM (CT)
Phone: (817) 540-0108

Chat APFA

After-Hours Live Chat
Weekends / Holidays: 9:00AM - 5:00PM (CT)

APFA Events

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