Posts Tagged ‘Health’
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
Read More11.04.24 – 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
Read More10.28.24 – 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
Read More10.27.24 – 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.
Read More10.19.24 – 2025 Annual Enrollment Begins October 28
2025 Annual Enrollment opens Monday, October 28 and closes Monday, November 11 at 11:59 pm (CT)
Read More9.28.24 – Contract Implementation Update #2- Planning to Retire? RHRA Explained
CBA Section 26.G incorporates a new option to convert your existing sick bank to a Retiree Health Reimbursement Account (RHRA) upon retirement. The RHRA may be used to reimburse a retiree’s and/or a retiree’s eligible dependent’s medical expenses
Read More8.22.24 – APFA Supplemental Insurance Update
Beginning September 1, 2024, all existing policies with American Public Life will be moving to a new carrier, Colonial Life. The primary driver for this change is another two years of guaranteed rates.
Read More6.06.24 – Summer Safety Reminders
As temperatures rise and severe weather becomes more common, there is a higher chance of experiencing Cabin Odor/Fume events, Hot Cabin events, and extreme turbulence.
Read More4.26.24 – Adoption and Surrogacy Programs Enhanced Benefits
On January 1, 2024, American Airlines enhanced its adoption benefit by increasing the lifetime maximum from $8,000 to $30,000. It also expanded the benefit to also include surrogacy expenses.
Read More3.28.24 – 2023 Flexible Spending Accounts Transitioning to Fidelity
Effective January 1, 2024, American Airlines transitioned the administrative services for its spending accounts from Alight Smart-Choice Accounts to Fidelity Investments.
Read More12.27.23 – Maternity Leave: What to Expect When You’re Expecting
Being familiar with your rights and responsibilities during a Maternity Leave of Absence is important. Understanding the structure of the leave will help you better navigate your time before and after birth.
Read More12.20.23 – Flexible Spending Accounts Transitioning to Fidelity
A Health Care Flexible Spending Account (HCFSA) allows you to contribute part of your paycheck pre-tax to pay for eligible health care expenses throughout the year.
Read More12.14.23 – Alight Smart-Choice Accounts Transitioning to Fidelity
During Annual Enrollment, American Airlines announced that it is transitioning the administrative services for its spending accounts from Alight Smart-Choice Accounts to Fidelity Investments, effective January 1, 2024.
Read More11.21.23 – Spending Accounts Transitioning to Fidelity
During Annual Enrollment, American Airlines announced that it is transitioning the administrative services for its spending accounts from Alight Smart-Choice Accounts to Fidelity Investments, effective January 1, 2024.
Read More11.03.23 – SurgeryPlus Update | 2024 Annual Enrollment Deadline Extended
APFA and other Unions on the property have continued to challenge the Company regarding SurgeryPlus and this latest diminishment of our medical benefits for 2024.
Read More11.02.23 – Final Reminder: 2024 Annual Enrollment Ends Sunday Evening
2024 Annual Enrollment Ends Sunday Evening Thursday, November 2, 2023 2024 Annual Enrollment ends Sunday, November 5 at 11:59 p.m. (CT). Go to myenrollment.aa.com and click on “Enroll” to get started. 2024…
Read More10.28.23 – SurgeryPlus – October 28, 2023
Beginning January 1, 2024, bariatric, joint, and spine surgeries will be required to use SurgeryPlus, which appears to have a limited number of doctors within its network. The use of SurgeryPlus is not something negotiated by APFA or other Unions at American Airlines.
Read More10.20.23 – 2024 Annual Enrollment Continues | New Spending Accounts Administrator For 2024
2024 Annual Enrollment runs now through November 3rd at 11:59 p.m. (CT). Go to myenrollment.aa.com and click on “Enroll” to get started.
Read More10.12.23 – 2024 Annual Enrollment | Now Through November 3rd
2024Â Annual Enrollment runs now through November 3rd at 11:59 p.m. (CT). A printed guide will not be mailed to your home. Go to myenrollment.aa.com and click on “Enroll” to get started.
Read More10.12.23 – Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Thursday, October 12, 2023 Breast Cancer Awareness Month, held in October every year, promotes screening and prevention of the disease, affecting one in eight women in the United States annually…
Read More9.26.23 – APFA Exclusive Supplemental Benefit Offering Ends Thursday
The exclusive supplemental benefit offering for all APFA members ends Thursday. This is your last opportunity during this enrollment period to take advantage of the new Disability product with On the Job Coverage or any other valuable benefits below.
Read More9.25.23 – 2024 Annual Enrollment Begins October 12
2024 Annual Enrollment opens Thursday, October 12 and closes Friday, November 3 at 11:59 pm (CT). Enroll in these Added Benefits during Annual Enrollment: Critical Illness Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Plan, Legal Plan. Enroll in these Added Benefits at any time: Accident Insurance, Auto and Home Insurance, Dental Discount Program, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance
Read More9.19.23 – APFA Exclusive Supplemental Benefit Offering Ends Next Week!
APFA Exclusive Supplemental Benefit Offering Ends Next Week! Tuesday, September 19, 2023 The exclusive supplemental benefit offering for all APFA members ends next week. Now is the time to enroll in the…
Read More9.14.23 – Harvard University Flight Attendant Health Study Extended Through Tomorrow
Established in 1997 following a 1991 class action lawsuit brought by non-smoking Flight Attendants against the tobacco industry, the Flight Attendant Medical Research Institute (FAMRI) funds research
Read More9.06.23 – APFA Exclusive Supplemental Benefit Offering Now Open
The exclusive supplemental benefit offering for all APFA members is now open. If you missed your opportunity last time to enroll in the new Disability product with On the Job Coverage or any other valuable benefits below, now is the time to sign up!
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 More8.05.23 – 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 More7.11.23 – New Smoke/Odor/Fume (SOF) Event Report Form AND Call to Action!
New Smoke/Odor/Fume (SOF) Event Report Form and Call to Action! Tuesday, July 11, 2023 In this Hotline: – 2023 GCAQE Conference – New Smoke/Odor/Fume (SOF) Report Form – Click here…
Read More7.09.23 – Take Action: Participate In The Harvard University Flight Attendant Health Study
Established in 1997 following a 1991 class action lawsuit brought by non-smoking Flight Attendants against the tobacco industry, the Flight Attendant Medical Research Institute (FAMRI) funds research to study, understand, and diagnose conditions related to Flight Attendant health.
Read More6.26.23 – Flight Attendant Health Study by Harvard University
Established in 1997 following a 1991 class action lawsuit brought by non-smoking Flight Attendants against the tobacco industry, the Flight Attendant Medical Research Institute (FAMRI) funds research to study, understand, and diagnose conditions related to Flight Attendant health.
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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...