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11.10.25 – Contract Implementation Update #46: Block of Reserve Days Off
11.06.25 – DOT Secretary Orders Reduction in Air Travel Capacity to Begin Tomorrow
11.03.25 – Hurricane Melissa: Support Resources and Contract Protections
11.03.25 – 2026 Annual Enrollment | Now Through November 19
10.31.25 – Reserve Reminders: ROTA/ROTD Acknowledgements
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We are holding a virtual retirement seminar on Thursday, December 12, 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
After many items were implemented on Date of Signing (October 1st, 2024), the Contract Implementation Committee (CIC) was fully seated and active beginning November 1st to begin the task planning and implementation of our Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).
In accordance with CBA 25.B, full month, unpaid Voluntary Leaves of Absence (VLOAs) are being offered for the January 2025 bid month at all bases. The Company has communicated that VLOAs for January are being offered
This week, American management made clear their intention to work with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to certify the new 787-9P aircraft with a minimum of seven (7) Flight Attendants
Frequently Asked Questions: Ballot Measure #1; Where can I find more information on the 2024 Dues Restructure?; 2024 Dues Restructure Town Hall recording; Call Center; Voting Information
This Thanksgiving Day, we want to take a moment to honor your integrity and dedication to our profession every time you take to the skies.
Beginning today, APFA is embarking on a comprehensive Dues Restructuring initiative, a vital step in maintaining current Member services and developing new programs that directly benefit Flight Attendants.
Join us for a Dues Restructuring Town Hall for information on the Ballot Measures that will be included in our Union restructuring. The town hall will be recorded and posted to our APFA Town Hall page a few days following the presentation.
November 20, 2024 Special Board of Directors Meeting Recap, Where can I find more information on our Dues Restructuring?, 2024 Dues Restructuring Virtual Town Hall: Tuesday, November 26, 2024
On December 1st, a new Cabin ASAP Reporting App will be available on your iPhone EFB. This new app provides a streamlined process, and a user-friendly means of reporting safety concerns onboard the aircraft and while in-flight.
APFA Special Board of Directors Meeting Final Agenda Wednesday, November 20, 2024 This afternoon, National President Julie Hedrick called to order the APFA Special Board of Directors Meeting at APFA Headquarters. The…
APFA will hold a Special Board of Directors Meeting on November 20, 2024, at APFA Headquarters. In accordance with the APFA Policy Manual, the Tentative Agenda for this meeting is now available on APFA.org.
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
31 Years Later: Remembering the 1993 Strike Monday, November 18, 2024 Thirty-one years ago, at 6 AM in Dallas/Fort Worth, American Airlines Flight Attendants came together for a historic strike…
The APFA Solidarity Shop has reopened, and pricing has been restored so that our members and supporters can purchase APFA swag, including t-shirts, lanyards, lapel pins, stickers, and more.
On November 12, APFA hosted a Virtual Town Hall to answer your questions regarding retirement from American Airlines.
The APFA virtual retirement seminar will begin today at 11 am CT. Topics will include: 401(k), 65-Point Plan, COBRA, Medicare, Pensions, Retiree Travel, Social Security, Vacation/Sick Payout
2025 Annual Enrollment closes tonight at 11:59 pm (CT). View the 2025 Annual Enrollment Cheat Sheet and Checklist
As a reminder, we are holding a virtual retirement seminar tomorrow, November 12th, from 11 am until 1 pm (CT). Topics will include: 401(k), 65-Point Plan, COBRA, Medicare, Pensions, Retiree Travel, Social Security, Vacation/Sick Payout
In 1938, legislation was made to make November 11 a legal holiday each year for Veterans. Originally, it was known as Armistice Day. It was a day dedicated to world peace and held in honor of the veterans of World War I.
Virtual retirement seminar Tuesday, November 12, from 11 am until 1 pm (CT). Topics will include: 401(k), 65-Point Plan, COBRA, Medicare, Pensions, Retiree Travel, Social Security, Vacation/Sick Payout
Our first virtual APFA Safety and Security Townhall will begin today at 2:00pm CT. During this meeting, we will discuss our department’s role in supporting our members
Join us tomorrow, Thursday, November 7, at 2:00 PM CT for our first virtual APFA Safety and Security Townhall! During this meeting, we will discuss our department’s role in supporting our members
With the ratification of the 2024 Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), APFA Flight Attendants will receive a one-time retroactive payout, covering the five years of extended negotiations. This payout is valued at $514 million.
Today is Election Day and your opportunity to make your voice heard. If you need help finding your polling place, visit www.vote.org. Your participation in this election is critical to a thriving Democracy.
2025 Annual Enrollment closes Monday, November 11 at 11:59 pm (CT). 2025 Annual Enrollment Cheat Sheet and the Checklist
APFA is pleased to announce that we have reached a settlement on the APFA Jury Duty Presidential Grievance. This was a long-fought battle over the interpretation of Jury Duty pay post-PBS
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.
December bidding timeline including ETB, vacation, TTS, PBS, CQ, and more
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
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).
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.
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
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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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