6.06.24 – 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.

5.17.24 – Reminder: Use the APFA Notification System for Critical Incidents

The APFA Notification System allows members to directly notify APFA Safety and Security representatives of any critical incident on the aircraft, at the airport, or while on layover.

3.29.24 – First Look: A New CQ Drill Assessment

The 2024-2025 CQ program begins in April, and with it comes a new drill assessment called First Look. Your participation in First Look is completely voluntary.

1.25.24 – New! APFA Notification System for Critical Incidents

American Airlines Inflight Management is responsible for providing the proper support Flight Attendants need when experiencing a critical incident while on duty, and communicating with APFA is an integral part of that responsibility.

1.06.24 – Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 MAX-9 Groundings

Following an incident last night on an Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 MAX-9 where the emergency exit door panel blew outward from the aircraft shortly after take-off, the FAA has ordered the grounding of several Boeing 737 MAX-9 configurations for investigation.

10.13.23 – Layover Safety

APFA has been made aware of global protest/demonstration alerts this weekend. Please expect larger crowds and perhaps road closures near and around layovers. Continue Ready for Action to Take

9.28.23 – Required Update to Comply365 Effective Wednesday, October 4

This week a mobileCCI message was sent to all Flight Attendants regarding a required update to Comply365 version 8.2 on the EFB, with an effective date of Wednesday, October 4, 2023.

9.23.23 – Cabin LOSA Observations to Begin Late October

Safety is the highest priority for us as Flight Attendants, and certain requirements of current AA Safety programs have yet to be fully implemented per the regulations and standards of the FAA.

9.01.23 – Turbulence Safety Reminders

When encountering turbulence, It is important to remain seated and secure yourself as quickly as possible. If you are in the aisle performing a service, brace the cart by wedging it between aisle seats

8.11.23 – 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.

7.11.23 – 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…

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.

6.08.23 – Turbulence-Related Injuries

As the summer season approaches and the temperatures rise, there is also a rise in turbulent-related injuries and reports.

4.18.23 – Cabin Air Quality Reporting: Hot Cabin and Smoke, Odor, and Fumes (SOF)

Spring has sprung! And with that comes warmer weather as we approach the summer months, and with rising temperatures across the system, that means a likelihood for an uptick in two types of events: Hot cabin events, as well as Smoke, Odor, or Fume (SOF) events.

3.23.23 – Prioritizing Aviation Safety: FAA Safety Summit

Last week, APFA attended the FAA Safety Summit in Washington, DC, alongside fellow Labor and aviation industry leaders. DOT Secretary Pete Buttigieg, Acting FAA Administrator Billy Nolen, and NTSB Chair Jennifer Homendy addressed actions

3.05.23 – Layover Security Concerns

Crime and violence are possible everywhere we travel, even in the least suspecting areas of the United States. That is why we ask more than ever to exercise caution on all layovers.

2.09.23 – Facts About Cabin LOSA

A company communication detailing the Cabin Line Operation Safety Audit (LOSA) for Flight Attendants was released earlier this week. The communication raised many questions.

1.21.23 – Changes to Departure Procedures

The company recently released a communication along with the 1Q23 Web-Based Training (WBT) about changes to departure procedures. Effective April 3rd, 2023, Gate Agents will close the aircraft door.

12.01.22 – Changes to Known Crewmember (KCM)

Several blogs and rumors are going around about the Known Crewmember (KCM) program and its future. Known Crewmember is not going away. Instead, the program’s name will change to Expedited Crew Access (ECA), and the same risk-based alternate screening will continue as it is today.

10.29.22 – Known Crewmember (KCM) Random Screening Survey

We continue to see an uptick in random screenings across the network, potentially impacting our ability to help run a reliable operation. This survey intends to gather accurate data from you to better understand the impact these random screenings have.

Posts Tagged ‘Safety and Security’

6.06.24 – Summer Safety Reminders

5.17.24 – Reminder: Use the APFA Notification System for Critical Incidents

3.29.24 – First Look: A New CQ Drill Assessment

1.25.24 – New! APFA Notification System for Critical Incidents

1.06.24 – Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 MAX-9 Groundings

10.13.23 – Layover Safety

9.28.23 – Required Update to Comply365 Effective Wednesday, October 4

9.23.23 – Cabin LOSA Observations to Begin Late October

9.01.23 – Turbulence Safety Reminders

8.11.23 – CQ: Final Targeted Training and Special Tracking

7.11.23 – New Smoke/Odor/Fume (SOF) Event Report Form AND Call to Action!

6.12.23 – Personal International Travel and Known Crewmember (KCM)

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

6.08.23 – Turbulence-Related Injuries

4.18.23 – Cabin Air Quality Reporting: Hot Cabin and Smoke, Odor, and Fumes (SOF)

3.23.23 – Prioritizing Aviation Safety: FAA Safety Summit

3.05.23 – Layover Security Concerns

2.09.23 – Facts About Cabin LOSA

1.21.23 – Changes to Departure Procedures

12.01.22 – Changes to Known Crewmember (KCM)

10.29.22 – Known Crewmember (KCM) Random Screening Survey

9.29.22 – Turbulence-Related Injuries

9.09.22 – Helpful Reminders from the APFA Safety & Security Department

7.30.22 – Human Trafficking Awareness

7.21.22 – What to Do When A Crewmember Isn’t Present for Pick-Up

7.21.22 – TSA Requirements and KCM Reminders

6.30.22 – Known Crewmember (KCM) Secondary Screening Changes

6.22.22 – Flight Service Daily Operations

4.26.22 – Known Crewmember (KCM) Maintenance- April 26, 2022

4.24.22 – Important Known Crewmember (KCM) Reminders

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