Posts Tagged ‘August 2023’
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.
Read More8.30.23 – 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.
Read More8.30.23 – American Airlines Flight Attendants Overwhelmingly Authorize Union To Call A Strike
EULESS, Texas (Aug. 30, 2023) – Today, the Association of Professional Flight Attendants (APFA) announced the results of members’ vote to authorize a strike if American Airlines refuses to agree to reasonable contract terms.
Read More8.29.23 – 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.
Read More8.28.23 – 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.
Read More8.27.23 – 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.
Read More8.24.23 – 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!
Read More8.23.23 – 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
Read More8.23.23 – 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.
Read More8.23.23 – 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.
Read More8.22.23 – 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.
Read More8.20.23 – 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!
Read More8.18.23 – 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
Read More8.18.23 – 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
Read More8.17.23 – 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.
Read More8.17.23 – 2023 LGA Base Vice President Election Closes Tomorrow!
2023 LGA Base Vice President Election Closes Tomorrow! Thursday, August 17, 2023 LGA Flight Attendants, The 2023 LGA Base Vice President Election is currently open for secure voting online, and…
Read More8.17.23 – 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
Read More8.13.23 – 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).
Read More8.12.23 – #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.
Read More8.11.23 – 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.
Read More8.11.23 – 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…
Read More8.10.23 – 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.
Read More8.09.23 – #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.
Read More8.08.23 – Strike Authorization Vote Open Through August 29th
Have you voted in the strike authorization vote? Password resets/ other strike vote-related questions
Read More8.06.23 – 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.
Read More8.05.23 – 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!
Read More8.05.23 – 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.
Read More8.04.23 – 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.
Read More8.03.23 – 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.
Read More8.02.23 – Negotiations Update #29: Management’s Proposed Concessions In Section 10: Scheduling
American Airlines Management is proposing concessions in scheduling which would significantly undermine our working conditions. We have been very clear at the bargaining table that we will not agree to concessions. These proposals are unacceptable.
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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...
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...