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APFA is now accepting resumes for the Contract Implementation Committee (CIC). The CIC will be responsible for the complete implementation of the 2024 ratified agreement.
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.
Company PBS Bid Award Summary, APFA PBS Bid Award Summary by Base, PBS Award Files, PBS Mis-Award Process
Today is National Voter Registration Day. Now is a good time to check your voter registration status to ensure that you are able to participate in our democratic process on November 5th, 2024.
2024 Tentative Agreement Final Vote Results Friday, September 13, 2024 Yesterday, we provided you with the preliminary results of the 2024 Tentative Agreement Vote. This hotline includes all final voting…
EULESS, TX– Today, American Airlines Flight Attendants, represented by the Association of Professional Flight Attendants (APFA), ratified a new five-year contract, adding $4.2 billion of value to the existing Flight Attendant contract.
With 95% of eligible Flight Attendants voting, 87% of American Airlines Flight Attendants voted YES to ratify the 2024 agreement.
Voting Closes Thursday, September 12, 2024, at Noon CT. Need help casting your vote? The TA Call Center is open Wednesday, September 11, until 1700CT and will be open Thursday, September 12, from 0900 until Noon CT.
23 Years Later: Remembering the Victims of September 11, 2001 Wednesday, September 11, 2024 September 11, 2001, will forever hold a significant place in our hearts. It has been twenty-three…
The regularly scheduled APFA Second Quarter 2024 Executive Committee Meeting will be held on Wednesday, September 25, 2024, at APFA Headquarters.
Recovery Month celebrates the gains made by those in recovery, just as we celebrate health improvements made by those who are managing other health conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, asthma, and heart disease.
Please see updates to the Boston, MA, and Washington, D.C. Remembrances below.
The push for increased union representation is gaining momentum, with the labor sector achieving more victories in recent years than in the past decade. An impressive 75% of private-sector organizing efforts from mid-2023 to mid-2024 have resulted in successful union wins!
October 2024 Bidding Timelines Sunday, September 1, 2024 In Solidarity,Jeff PetersenAPFA National Contract [email protected] McMillanAPFA National Scheduling [email protected]
Friday, August 30, 2024 2024 Tentative Agreement Update #11 Questions From the Road- Part III In this hotline: Frequently Asked Questions, including: Moving through the pay scale New Flex/Golden day…
September 11, 2001 is a day forever etched in our memories. As we mark the 23rd anniversary, ceremonies nationwide will honor those who perished. We take this time to remember the victims, their families, and all those who continue to cope with loss.
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.
The APFA Negotiating Committee held its fourth and final virtual town hall yesterday, August 20, to discuss the 2024 Tentative Agreement. We discussed Snap-up Pay, Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA), Hotel Penalty Pay, the Implementation Timeline
Visit APFA.org and click the voting link and log in using your APFA credentials. This will direct you to a separate and secure voting site through our vendor, YesElections. Rest assured that your vote is completely secure and confidential.
Your APFA Negotiating Committee is hosting its fourth and final virtual town hall today from 11:30 AM until 1:30 PM (CT) to discuss the 2024 Tentative Agreement. During this two-hour event, we will address frequently asked questions and provide updates
Your APFA Negotiating Committee is hosting its fourth and final virtual town hall tomorrow, Tuesday, August 20, from 11:30 AM until 1:30 PM (CT) to discuss the recently released 2024 Tentative Agreement.
The TA2024 section of the APFA website offers various calculators to help you determine your individual economic increases under the 2024 Tentative Agreement. Calculator options include Boarding Pay, Retro Pay, Wage Comparison, and 401(k).
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.
Company PBS Bid Award Summary; APFA PBS Bid Award Summary by Base; PBS Award Files; PBS Mis-Award Process
Retroactive Pay and Your 401(k); RHRA: Frequently Asked Questions; Base Visits and Virtual Town Hall Schedule; Virtual Town Halls 1-3 Now Available; TA Website and Voting Info
In this hotline: Frequently Asked Questions; Base Visit and Virtual Town Hall Schedule; Virtual Town Halls 1-3; More Tentative Agreement Information
Thursday, August 15, 2024 2024 Labor Day Events Join us for these 2024 Labor Day Events around the system! Charlotte CMLC 4th Annual Labor Day Picnic (Click here to RSVP…
A Special APFA Executive Committee Meeting was held on Thursday, July 25, 2024. In accordance with the APFA Policy Manual, the official minutes are now available on APFA.org.
We wanted to update you on the Reduction in Staffing Presidential Arbitration held in April. APFA and Company will submit closing briefs to the Arbitrator on August 16, 2024. Once the Arbitrator receives the closing briefs, they will review the case in its entirety and render their decision.
The APFA Negotiating Committee held its third virtual town hall on August 13, 2024, to discuss the 2024 Tentative Agreement. During the event, we discussed the Reserve section, Satellite Bases, and the Implementation Schedule.
Voting for the 2024 Tentative Agreement is now open. This agreement is the result of 28,000 Flight Attendants standing united against a management team that was initially unwilling to move beyond the outdated industry standard.
Tuesday, August 13, 2024 2024 Tentative Agreement: Virtual Town Hall #3 Begins at 11:30 AM (CT) Your APFA Negotiating Committee is hosting its third virtual town hall today, from 11:30…
Here are some of the most frequently asked questions from new-hire and mid-level seniority Flight Attendants.
Your APFA Negotiating Committee is hosting its third virtual town hall tomorrow, Tuesday, August 13, from 11:30 AM until 1:30 PM (CT) to discuss the recently released 2024 Tentative Agreement.
The majority of Tentative Agreement improvements will be implemented on October 1, 2024, the first bid period following ratification. Certain items will require programming and have specific dates in the timeline.
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Join us today from 11 AM until 1 PM (CT) for a virtual retirement seminar. Topics will include: 401(k), 65-Point Plan, COBRA, Medicare, Pensions, Retiree Travel, RHRA, Social Security, Vacation/Sick Payout
In 1938, legislation was established to designate November 11th as a legal holiday to honor our veterans. Initially called Armistice Day, this day was dedicated to promoting world peace and recognizing the sacrifices of World War I veterans.
A new bidding property for Reserves is ready for implementation! Block of Reserve Days Off (CBA 10.D.13.d.46) allows a Reserve Flight Attendant to bid for a block of days off, regardless of where this block would fall in the month.
Join us for a virtual retirement seminar tomorrow, Tuesday, November 11th, from 11 AM until 1 PM (CT). Topics will include: 401(k), 65-Point Plan, COBRA, Medicare, Pensions, Retiree Travel, RHRA, Social Security, Vacation/Sick Payout
The regularly scheduled APFA Third Quarter 2025 Executive Committee Meeting will be held on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at APFA Headquarters. In accordance with APFA Policy Manual 4.A.1.a.(1), the Tentative Agenda for this meeting is available
The regularly scheduled APFA Third Quarter 2025 Executive Committee Meeting will be held on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at APFA Headquarters.
Yesterday, DOT Secretary Duffy ordered a reduction in flight capacity at 40 major airports beginning tomorrow, with further cuts expected in the coming days if the government shutdown continues.
The APFA Fall Board of Directors meeting convened on Tuesday, October 21, 2025. Minutes for this meeting will be published to the APFA website no later than thirty (30) business days after the conclusion of the meeting per Policy Manual Section 4.A.7.b.(3).
Hurricane Melissa brought devastating impacts across Jamaica, and our thoughts are with every Flight Attendant and their families affected by the storm. As recovery efforts continue, APFA stands in solidarity with our members facing loss, disruption, and uncertainty.
2026 Annual Enrollment ends Wednesday, November 19 at 11:59 pm (CT). Vie the 2026 Annual Enrollment Cheat Sheet and the
2026 Annual Enrollment Checklist to Determine Your Needs/Explore
It’s that time of year again to “Fall Back.” Daylight Saving Time ends in the United States as we set our clocks back to standard time at 2 AM tomorrow morning.
Recent Additions to Monthly Bidding Timelines: Ballots Open for Reserve Trading Days Off in TTS: 20th of the Month at 1200 (CT); First Run of Ballots for Reserve Trading Days Off in TTS: 24th of the Month at 2300 (HBT)
On October 1st, the company discontinued the practice of making “courtesy calls” when Reserve Flight Attendants do not electronically acknowledge ROTA and ROTD assignments when required.
In this hotline: Where We Stand: APFA’s Financial Stability; Dues & Fees Performance; Spending Your Dues Wisely; What You Can Do: Addressing Your Dues Balance
2026 Annual Enrollment opens Monday, November 3 and closes Wednesday, November 19 at 11:59 pm (CT). View the 2026 Annual Enrollment Cheat Sheet for Medical Options/Paycheck Contributions/Prescription, Dental and Vision Coverage, and the 2026 Annual Enrollment Checklist
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