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11.10.25 – Contract Implementation Update #46: Block of Reserve Days Off

Monday, November 10, 2025 Contract Implementation Update #46 Block of Reserve Days Off CBA 10.D.13.d.46 A new bidding property for Reserves is ready for implementation! Block of Reserve Days Off ...
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11.06.25 – DOT Secretary Orders Reduction in Air Travel Capacity to Begin Tomorrow

DOT Secretary Orders Reduction in Air Travel Capacity to Begin Tomorrow Thursday, November 6, 2025 Yesterday, DOT Secretary Duffy ordered a reduction in flight capacity at 40 major airports beginning ...
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11.03.25 – Hurricane Melissa: Support Resources and Contract Protections

Hurricane Melissa: Support Resources and Contract Protections Monday, November 3, 2025 Hurricane Melissa brought devastating impacts across Jamaica, and our thoughts are with every Flight Attendant and their families affected by ...
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11.03.25 – 2026 Annual Enrollment | Now Through November 19

2026 Annual Enrollment Now Through November 19 Monday, November 3, 2025 2026 Annual Enrollment ends Wednesday, November 19 at 11:59 pm (CT) 2026 Annual Enrollment Cheat Sheet Medical Options/Paycheck Contributions/Prescription, Dental and Vision ...
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10.31.25 – Reserve Reminders: ROTA/ROTD Acknowledgements

Reserve Reminders: ROTA/ROTD Acknowledgements Friday, October 31, 2025 On October 1st, the company discontinued the practice of making “courtesy calls” when Reserve Flight Attendants do not electronically acknowledge ROTA and ...
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1.05.24 – 2024-25 Annual Vacation Buyback Now Open

The Annual Vacation Buyback process is now open. It will close on Friday, January 12, at Noon (CT). In accordance with JCBA Section 8.F., Flight Attendants have the option to buyback a portion or all vacation days accrued during 2023 (carryover days are excluded).

1.04.24 – Ballots Out for Delivery for 2024 National Officer Elections

Ballots for the 2024 National Officer Elections were mailed to the membership on December 27, 2023, from our vendor in the New York area to the addresses on file with APFA. Members have just begun to receive them over the last few days

1.03.24 – Worldwide Flight Attendant Day of Action- February 13th, 2024

Flight Attendants across the industry are fighting to raise the standards for our career. More than two-thirds of the U.S. Flight Attendants are in contract negotiations right now

1.01.24 – February 2024 Bidding Timelines

Bidding timeline including ETB, vacation, TTS, PBS, CQ, and more

1.01.24 – Happy New Year 2024!

Flight Attendants at American Airlines are closing out 2023 and ushering in 2024 more unified than ever! Our displays of solidarity throughout the year have not gone unnoticed.

11.11.25 – Today’s APFA Virtual Retirement Seminar Begins at 11 AM (CT)!

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

11.11.25 – APFA Honors America’s Veterans

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.

11.10.25 – Contract Implementation Update #46: Block of Reserve Days Off

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.

11.10.25 – APFA Virtual Retirement Seminar Tomorrow

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

11.07.25 – 3Q 2025 APFA Executive Committee Meeting **New Time**

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

11.06.25 – 3Q 2025 APFA Executive Committee Meeting Tentative Agenda

The regularly scheduled APFA Third Quarter 2025 Executive Committee Meeting will be held on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at APFA Headquarters.

11.06.25 – DOT Secretary Orders Reduction in Air Travel Capacity to Begin Tomorrow

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.

11.03.25 – 2025 Fall Board of Directors Meeting Recap

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).

11.03.25 – Hurricane Melissa: Support Resources and Contract Protections

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.

11.03.25 – 2026 Annual Enrollment | Now Through November 19

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

11.01.25 – It’s Time to Fall Back: Daylight Saving Time Ends Tomorrow Morning

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.

11.01.25 – December 2025 Bidding Timelines

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)

10.31.25 – Reserve Reminders: ROTA/ROTD Acknowledgements

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.

10.31.25 – Treasurer’s Update: An Update on Dues and Income

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

10.27.25 – 2026 Annual Enrollment Begins November 3

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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