Posts Tagged ‘October 2024’
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
Read More10.31.24 – 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).
Read More10.30.24 – 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.
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 More10.24.24 – 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
Read More10.23.24 – 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.
Read More10.22.24 – 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
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 More10.18.24 – 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.
Read More10.18.24 – Coverage Needed (CN) Dates – November 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.
Read More10.18.24 – 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
Read More10.16.24 – 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.
Read More10.15.24 – 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.
Read More10.12.24 – 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
Read More10.11.24 – 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”.
Read More10.10.24 – 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
Read More10.10.24 – Save the Dates! November 2024
Save the date for Government Affairs, Safety and Security Department, Retirement Department events
Read More10.10.24 – Contract Implementation Update #8: Bidding Changes
RAP D Changes, RAP Start Times included in Bid Packet Cover Sheet, Standby Information Included in Bid Packet Cover Sheet, Cancelled Sequence in PBS, Flex Month/ Vacation Monthly Buyback, Offline Air Transportation
Read More10.09.24 – Contract Implementation Update #7: Sequence Loss Due to Extraordinary Circumstances/ Disasters
Updated language in Section 10.J.1.b of the CBA covers pay protections for the loss of sequences due to natural disasters. This provision was implemented on October 1, 2024 (Date of Signing).
Read More10.09.24 – Holiday Pay
In accordance with 2024 CBA 3.K, Flight Attendants will receive Holiday Pay for the flight legs you work that touch designated holiday days. Holiday Pay will be paid to all Flight Attendants
Read More10.08.24 – Rescheduling Reminders: Hurricane Milton
As a reminder, below are the rescheduling provisions from the CBA. Additionally, there is an IROPS form on the APFA website which allows us to collect data regarding any IROPS situation and how it was handled by the company.
Read More10.03.24 – 10/3/24 Virtual Quarterly Membership Meeting Begins Soon!
Join us for a Virtual Quarterly Membership Meeting today, from 11:00am to 12:30pm CT. How to Join the Virtual Town Hall via Cellphone or Tablet
Read More10.02.24 – Virtual Quarterly Membership Meeting Tomorrow, October 3, 2024
Join us for a Virtual Quarterly Membership Meeting tomorrow, October 3, 2024, from 11:00am to 12:30pm CT. This Virtual Membership Meeting will provide important updates
Read More10.01.24 – Contract Implementation Update #6: Pay Updates / Other Provisions Effective October 1st
Pay Updates Effective October 1st, 2024; Other Provisions Effective October 1st, 2024
Read More10.01.24 – Contract Implementation Update #5: Hotel Penalty / Scheduling Updates
Compensation for Hotel Delays, Transportation/ Hotel Issues, Expansion of Crew Scheduling Error Language, Cartels, Definition of a Completed Trip, Effective October 1st, 2024
Read More10.01.24 – Contract Implementation Update #4: Commuter Policy / Training / Deadheading
Tuesday, October 1, 2024 Contract Implementation Update #4 In this hotline: Commuter Policy Training Hotel for DFW-based Flight Attendants 48-Hour Freeze for Other Airline Deadheads Alternate Deadheads Effective October 1st,…
Read More10.01.24 – November 2024 Bidding Timelines
November bidding timeline including ETB, vacation, TTS, PBS, CQ, and more
Read More10.01.24 – Contract Implementation Update #3 Reserve Improvements
The 2024 Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) introduces some important enhancements to Section 12 – Reserve Duty. Many provisions take effect today, or in alignment with the November bid month
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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...