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Contract Education
Irregular Operations: Use Your Resources, Know Your Contract, and Keep Good Records
Irregular operations can move quickly. Weather, cancellations, misconnects, legalities, hotel issues, missing vans, or lost flying away from base can
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July 24, 2026

EAP & Professional Standards
When Health Insurance Says “No”
A denied health insurance claim is not always the final answer. Nearly one in three insured adults has experienced a
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July 24, 2026

Health & Safety
Watch and Share: Save a Life, Not a Bag
As we know, during an aircraft evacuation, every second counts. AFA is proud to partner with the International Air Transport
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July 24, 2026

Health & Safety
Too Hot To Board?
Use Easy Chat “too hot to board customers” prompt. Too hot to board? Use Easy Chat and the exact phrase:
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July 24, 2026

Leaves & Attendance
Earn a Bonus Attendance Point over the July 4th Holiday Period
AFA and the company have agreed to implement a Bonus Point Incentive Program to recognize Flight Attendants with perfect attendance
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July 23, 2026

Leaves & Attendance
If your sick call originates between 7/1/26 and 7/7/26, you may be required to submit an Absence Certificate
Calling out sick between 7/1/26 and 7/7/26? Know when an Absence Certificate is required, who may complete it, and how
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July 23, 2026

Reserve
MEC Reserve Availability Grievance
MEC Grievance 1-26: Challenging Improper Reserve Availability Requirements AFA disputes the company’s position that Reserves must remain physically in base
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July 23, 2026

Union Benefits
Union Plus Hardship Assistance
Help When Life Hits Hard Life can take unexpected turns, and when it does, Union Plus may be able to
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July 23, 2026

Reserve
May 2020, C21 Reserve Committee Report
Due to the increasing number of systematic Reserve issues, the C21 Reserve Committee has recommend that we include our Committee
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June 3, 2026