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Safety, Health & Security Updates
Jan 22, 2026
Guatemala City (GUA) Layover Safety We have been notified that hotel staff are currently distributing a general communic...
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Profit Sharing Payment & FAQs
Jan 22, 2026
In the current JCBA, Profit Sharing was negotiated as part of our total compensation package, in addition to wages and b...
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AFA Honors Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Jan 19, 2026
Human Rights & Equity Committee Every third Monday in January, we celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. for his contr...
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MEC Meeting Recap
Jan 16, 2026
On Thursday, the United Master Executive Council concluded the Winter 2026 Regular MEC Meeting. This meeting provided a ...
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Our Voices in Action!
Jan 16, 2026
On January 15, Flight Attendants took our fight directly to the front steps of United Airlines’ Headquarters in downtown...
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Welcoming Our Newest Members of AFA!
Jan 16, 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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401(k) Plan Limits – IRS Changes for 2026
Jan 16, 2026
MEC Benefits Committee As has been the case for the past several years, for 2026, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has...
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Profit Sharing Deferral Process Change – Elections Due by Feb 4, 2026 at 1159PM CT
Jan 16, 2026
Profit Sharing has been negotiated as part of our total compensation package, in addition to wages and benefits, as prov...
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January Day Of Action – Virtual Picketing
Jan 14, 2026
If you’re scheduled to work or won’t be able to attend the January 15th Willis Tower Informational Picketing in person, ...
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