Shutdown Ended, But Disruptions Will Continue
Shutdown Ended, But Disruptions Will Continue
November 14, 2025 - The longest government shutdown in history is officially over. But we expect disruptions to continue for a period of time. The Department of Transportation announced earlier this week that the FAA capacity reductions will freeze at 6%.
Read more »Strike Alert: Starbucks Workers
Strike Alert: Starbucks Workers
November 14, 2025 - We know and love our Starbucks baristas. Starbucks workers are fighting for a fair union contract that guarantees better pay, fair schedules, and respect on the job — the same things we fight for as Flight Attendants.
Read more »Our Hearts Are With UPS Flight 2976
Our Hearts Are With UPS Flight 2976
November 7, 2025 - We are offering AFA EAP support to families of UPS 2976 and all of their flying partners, 800-424-2406. As we learn more about this tragedy and how far it has spread, we are holding close to prayers for those affected and their families. Join us in sending love to Louisville.
Read more »FAA Capacity Cuts Begin, Know Your Contract
FAA Capacity Cuts Begin, Know Your Contract
November 7, 2025 - The shutdown — now in its 38th day and the longest in history — will start having a direct and immediate impact on our livelihoods. The FAA has started limiting capacity because of the strain on the system due to the government shutdown.
Read more »Spirit Bankruptcy Update
Spirit Bankruptcy Update
November 7, 2025 - Spirit management indicated that they would be seeking changes to the Spirit AFA Contract under Section 1113 of the bankruptcy code. When a company is in bankruptcy, management can petition the bankruptcy court to open our contract and ask the court to make changes without our ratification.
Read more »Strike Alert: Starbucks Workers
Strike Alert: Starbucks Workers
November 7, 2025 - We know and love our Starbucks baristas, whether we see them in the terminal for some much-needed caffeine or when we need a pick-me-up on our days off. Starbucks workers are fighting for a fair union contract that guarantees better pay, fair schedules, and respect on the job — the same things we fight for as Flight Attendants.
Read more »FAA Capacity Cuts Begin, Know Your Contract
FAA Capacity Cuts Begin, Know Your Contract
November 6, 2025 — The FAA is moving forward with a 10% reduction in flight capacity across 40 markets, starting tomorrow, due to strain on the National Airspace System from the government shutdown. These schedule reductions will begin on Friday at about 4% and gradually increase throughout the weekend up to 10% sometime next week.
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