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July Holiday Incentive Point for 2026
Jul 02, 2026
As previously communicated, AFA and the Company have mutually agreed to amend Section 22.D.1.a of the 2026 - 2031 Flight...
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Fourth of July Holiday Pay for Flight Attendants based in USA & Guam
Jul 02, 2026
Contract Sections 2.Q. and 4.I. Our contractual Holiday provisions recognize our time away from home on the holiday, not...
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Disability Pride Month
Jul 02, 2026
In July, we observe Disability Pride Month that celebrates disability identity, recognizes disability culture and the pa...
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Introducing our Master Executive Council (MEC) Officers
Jul 02, 2026
MEC Officer Term: July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2029 As outlined in the AFA-CWA Constitution and Bylaws, the United MEC is the...
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Absence Certificate Reminder for Fourth of July Holiday
Jul 02, 2026
Contract Section 13.C.4. As previously reported in last week’s Debrief, pursuant to section 13.C.4. of our Contract, the...
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MEC President Letter: Farewell from Ken Diaz
Jun 25, 2026
Dear Flying Partners, Over the past twelve years, it has been the privilege of my life to serve as your Master Executive...
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Welcoming Our Newest Members of AFA - 2618
Jun 25, 2026
Every time a new Flight Attendant joins our career, they bring with them their unique talents and abilities, further str...
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Absence Certificate Reminder: Fourth of July Period
Jun 25, 2026
During the Summer Holiday period, Flight Attendants must submit an Absence Certificate for any sick call, paid or unpaid...
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Summer 2026 MEC Meeting
Jun 25, 2026
The Summer 2026 Regular Meeting of the United Master Executive Council will take place in person on July 14-16, 2026. ME...
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