See below for links to your airline-specific information. Also, visit AFA’s general, practical advice page for fume events.
Air Wisconsin Airlines
Who do I contact at AFA if I am in a fume event?
Derric McDaniel, MEC SHSC - (720) 207-4944 or [email protected]; also, members can call any AFA union officer 24/7 for help.
Who do I contact at the company if I am in a fume event?
Contact your domicile manager to report an event and initiate a WC claim, if needed.
What is name of our airline reporting form? Where can I find it and where/how do I submit it?
Members have access to a Cabin Event Form and a safety report. Both forms are on the company portal.
How much time do I have to file a Workers' Compensation (WC) claim? How do I file?
Clams must be filed within 24 hours and the first step is to call your domicile manager.
How many days of Workers' Compensation (WC) leave are unpaid (by state) before I am eligible to be paid for all lost work time?
WC rules vary by state. You file in the state in which you are based. In IL, you don't get paid for the first 3 days that you are off unless you are off for more than 14 days. In OH, those numbers are 7/14 days. In VA, those numbers are 3/7 days. And in WI, you don't get paid for the first 7 days unless you are off for more than 7 days.
What oil and hydraulic fluid does my airline use? (Note: You can access the product Safety Data Sheets and additional information about the chemical contents of oils and hydraulic fluids.)
MJOII (oil) and Hyjet IVa+
Do I get paid for the rest of my trip if it is disrupted by fumes? (Note: If you were disciplined in certain ways for reporting an unsafe/unhealthy condition like a fume event, you may be able to file a Whistleblower Complaint.)
It depends on the circumstances but, generally, if you have sick time you should be able to use that.
Do I get points/discipline if I call out for a fume event? (Note: If you were disciplined in certain ways for reporting an unsafe/unhealthy condition like a fume event, you may be able to file a Whistleblower Complaint.)
You do not get disciplined if you call out for a fume event.
Must I see a company doctor/ER doctor? Or can I see doctor of my choice? (Note: AFA has posted information to take to any medical visit.)
You can see a doctor of your choice, but you also might have to see the company doctor at some point.
Is there initial/recurrent training from company re. how to recognize/respond to fumes? (Note: AFA offers a free online fumes training for members.)
Very basic initial training on "harmful odors," smoke, and fire, including how to report to the FD. The FAM reinforces those procedures.
Are there any fume event procedures in my FAM? (Note: AFA has tools to help you recognize and respond to a fume event.)
See above.
Can I take oxygen during a fume event, if necessary?
Information to come.
Alaska Airlines
Who do I contact at AFA if I am in a fume event?
AFA Air Quality Reporting Hotline, [email protected], (206) 457-2010, option 3. Your message will get translated into a text and someone will respond. Additional information is available on the Alaska-AFA MEC air quality page.
Who do I contact at the company if I am in a fume event?
During office hours, call Base Supervisor; otherwise, call Crew Scheduling Manager on Duty (MOD) (available 24 hours).
What is name of our airline reporting form? Where can I find it and where/how do I submit it?
File a FAIR (Flight Attendant Irregularity Report) report for the incident and a FA Injury Report if injured. You can also file an ASAP report if you think a regulation was broken (check standard for ASAP reporting). Find all forms on "ReportIt!" app on IMD or Online via Alaska's World, Safety, ReportIt! Should be reported within 24 hours of the end of the sequence.
How much time do I have to file a Workers' Compensation (WC) claim? How do I file?
You must file a claim within 24 hours in the state in which you are based. Your claim does not officially begin until you see a medical provider. First, inform an Inflight Supervisor ASAP. If base office is closed, contact Crew Scheduling and ask for MOD. Your supervisor will report your claim to the WC vendor and will provide you with a claim number. You can search the Medical Provider Network for a doctor on the Absence Management page.
How many days of Workers' Compensation (WC) leave are unpaid (by state) before I am eligible to be paid for all lost work time?
You are only eligible for WC benefits if the doctor certifies that you are totally disabled. Each state has a 3-day waiting period for time loss compensation which is only paid if your leave exceeds 28 days (AK) or 14 days (OR, WA). It is not paid in CA. You must submit a physician's statement or Activity Prescription Form to [email protected].
What oil and hydraulic fluid does my airline use? (Note: You can access the product Safety Data Sheets and additional information about the chemical contents of oils and hydraulic fluids.)
MJO II (oil) and ExxonMobil Hyjet IVa+ (hydraulic fluid)
Do I get paid for the rest of my trip if it is disrupted by fumes? (Note: If you were disciplined in certain ways for reporting an unsafe/unhealthy condition like a fume event, you may be able to file a Whistleblower Complaint.)
No, not paid.
Do I get points/discipline if I call out for a fume event? (Note: If you were disciplined in certain ways for reporting an unsafe/unhealthy condition like a fume event, you may be able to file a Whistleblower Complaint.)
Yes, you get points. Points are removed if their WC claim is accepted (rare) and can be appealed on a formal case-by-case basis.
Must I see a company doctor/ER doctor? Or can I see doctor of my choice? (Note: AFA has posted information to take to any medical visit.)
You can see a doctor of your choice.
Is there initial/recurrent training from company re. how to recognize/respond to fumes? (Note: AFA offers a free online fumes training for members.)
No
Are there any fume event procedures in my FAM? (Note: AFA has tools to help you recognize and respond to a fume event.)
Yes; section 2.600, pages 1-5. Text is modeled on A4A Specification 126.
Can I take oxygen during a fume event, if necessary?
If you are in a fume event and have symptoms of hypoxia, you can take oxygen. Also, time-permitting, you are required to contact MedAire. You should not be disciplined for using oxygen if you give a reasonable explanation for why you did so. You are considered incapacitated unless you have fully recovered by the time you need to return to your jumpseat. If the flight is full, the other flight attendants will look for an able-bodied passenger to sit in the jumpseat. You would be moved to the open passenger seat. The FAM includes procedures for using onboard oxygen, but they are not specifically related to fume events.
ATI
Who do I contact at AFA if I am in a fume event?
Leigh Kudym, MEC SHSC (707) 228-6020 or [email protected]; as backup email [email protected]
Who do I contact at the company if I am in a fume event?
Call Chief Flight Attendant Kristi Sullivan, 937-356-9768 or [email protected]
What is name of our airline reporting form? Where can I find it and where/how do I submit it?
You need to file a Safety Event Report which is on the web-based safety reporting platform (ProSafeT). Any safety report must be filed within 24 hours of the event.
How much time do I have to file a Workers' Compensation (WC) claim? How do I file?
Must be filed within 24 hours via the ATI website. (https://www.airtransport.cc)
How many days of Workers' Compensation (WC) leave are unpaid (by state) before I am eligible to be paid for all lost work time?
All claims are filed in the state OH. You are not eligible to be paid for the first 7 work days you miss unless you are disabled by your symptoms for 14+ days. Whether or not your claim is approved, you cannot be off work for more than one year (once you have exhausted all of your paid leave), else you will be terminated.
What oil and hydraulic fluid does my airline use? (Note: You can access the product Safety Data Sheets and additional information about the chemical contents of oils and hydraulic fluids.)
Eastman 2380 (oil) and ExxonMobil Hyjet IVa+ (hydraulic fluid)
Do I get paid for the rest of my trip if it is disrupted by fumes? (Note: If you were disciplined in certain ways for reporting an unsafe/unhealthy condition like a fume event, you may be able to file a Whistleblower Complaint.)
You are paid in the event of any emergency or disruption due to a mechanical problem.
Do I get points/discipline if I call out for a fume event? (Note: If you were disciplined in certain ways for reporting an unsafe/unhealthy condition like a fume event, you may be able to file a Whistleblower Complaint.)
Depends on the specifics of the event; contact your MEC SHSC for more information.
Must I see a company doctor/ER doctor? Or can I see doctor of my choice? (Note: AFA has posted information to take to any medical visit.)
You may initially see a doctor of your choice, but the company retains the right to also have you see a company doctor.
Is there initial/recurrent training from company re. how to recognize/respond to fumes? (Note: AFA offers a free online fumes training for members.)
The training is only on fire and smoke but they do say, "If you smell something weird, then you notify the flight deck directly."
Are there any fume event procedures in my FAM? (Note: AFA has tools to help you recognize and respond to a fume event.)
No
Can I take oxygen during a fume event, if necessary?
Any crewmember or passenger experiencing symptoms or exhibiting signs of hypoxia will be administered oxygen, regardless of the cause.
Avelo Airlines
Who do I contact at AFA if I am in a fume event?
J'vaughn Joseph (MEC Safety): (860) 899-6129 or [email protected]; Also, [email protected]
Who do I contact at the company if I am in a fume event?
Call the Head of Safety - Michael Quiello.
What is name of our airline reporting form? Where can I find it and where/how do I submit it?
You submit as a standard safety report.
How much time do I have to file a Workers' Compensation (WC) claim? How do I file?
Information to come.
How many days of Workers' Compensation (WC) leave are unpaid (by state) before I am eligible to be paid for all lost work time?
Information to come.
What oil and hydraulic fluid does my airline use? (Note: You can access the product Safety Data Sheets and additional information about the chemical contents of oils and hydraulic fluids.)
Mobil Jet Oil II (oil); Skydrol LD4 (hydraulic fluid)
Do I get paid for the rest of my trip if it is disrupted by fumes? (Note: If you were disciplined in certain ways for reporting an unsafe/unhealthy condition like a fume event, you may be able to file a Whistleblower Complaint.)
Management discretion; decided on a case-by-case basis.
Do I get points/discipline if I call out for a fume event? (Note: If you were disciplined in certain ways for reporting an unsafe/unhealthy condition like a fume event, you may be able to file a Whistleblower Complaint.)
Management discretion; decided on a case-by-case basis.
Must I see a company doctor/ER doctor? Or can I see doctor of my choice? (Note: AFA has posted information to take to any medical visit.)
Management discretion; decided on a case-by-case basis.
Is there initial/recurrent training from company re. how to recognize/respond to fumes? (Note: AFA offers a free online fumes training for members.)
No recurrent training on fume events; passing reference to fumes in initial training, but nothing detailed.
Are there any fume event procedures in my FAM? (Note: AFA has tools to help you recognize and respond to a fume event.)
No
Can I take oxygen during a fume event, if necessary?
If you have symptoms of hypoxia during a fume event, then you can take oxygen. You are not disciplined for taking oxygen. Procedures to use the POB are described in your FAM.
Eastern Airlines
Information to come.
Endeavor Air
Who do I contact at AFA if I am in a fume event?
Elizabeth Mullins (MEC safety, 901-857-4951) or Beth Wendroth (MEC co-safety, 712-760-9090) or LECP
Who do I contact at the company if I am in a fume event?
Call Inflight Duty Manager (by calling Crew Scheduling) or Base Manager (numbers on SkyPro) to complete OJI form.
What is name of our airline reporting form? Where can I find it and where/how do I submit it?
Flight Incident Report (FIR) found on sky pro and also on company website under "safety" link. OJI form is completed by manager.
How much time do I have to file a Workers' Compensation (WC) claim? How do I file?
Must file WC claim within 48 hours of the incident; recommended to fill it out immediately for any type of incident/injury, even if doc visit not reqd. immediately, so it's on file if doctor is needed post-48 hours.
How many days of Workers' Compensation (WC) leave are unpaid (by state) before I am eligible to be paid for all lost work time?
You file a WC claim in the state where you reside (unless your state law says otherwise). The rules of how many days are unpaid/pad vary by state. For example, if you live in MI, then you are not eligible to be compensated for the first seven days of lost work time unless you are off for longer than that.
What oil and hydraulic fluid does my airline use? (Note: You can access the product Safety Data Sheets and additional information about the chemical contents of oils and hydraulic fluids.)
Eastman 2380, ExxonMobil Hyjet IVa+
Do I get paid for the rest of my trip if it is disrupted by fumes? (Note: If you were disciplined in certain ways for reporting an unsafe/unhealthy condition like a fume event, you may be able to file a Whistleblower Complaint.)
No
Do I get points/discipline if I call out for a fume event? (Note: If you were disciplined in certain ways for reporting an unsafe/unhealthy condition like a fume event, you may be able to file a Whistleblower Complaint.)
Don't have points system but can only take five sick calls in rolling 12-month period, each for a maximum of 7 days.
Must I see a company doctor/ER doctor? Or can I see doctor of my choice? (Note: AFA has posted information to take to any medical visit.)
Can see ER doc or WC doc; if you see your own doc, then company may request that you also see one of their "Concentra" docs.
Is there initial/recurrent training from company re. how to recognize/respond to fumes? (Note: AFA offers a free online fumes training for members.)
Fumes are referenced in current fire module (new hires), eLearning module for IRT (recurrent?), and will be added to one of the modules for CQ (?) (IRT) in 2023.
Are there any fume event procedures in my FAM? (Note: AFA has tools to help you recognize and respond to a fume event.)
Yes
Can I take oxygen during a fume event, if necessary?
You can use oxygen, if necessary, and you would not be disciplined for doing so. The pilots would also contact STATMD. Unless you are incapacitated, you would take your jumpseat for landing. Refer to your FAM for more details.
Envoy Air
Who do I contact at AFA if I am in a fume event?
Trish Brown (LEC Safety, Council 51: 815-514-7444) or Kat Dates (214-734-5794); Backup is Judith Anderson, AFA-I (206-251-1203)
Who do I contact at the company if I am in a fume event?
Contact Inflight Manager at their base or call the emergency phone numbers if after-hours. Flight service emergency after-hours numbers by base: DFW-817-683-5794; ORD-846-757-3927; MIA-817-247-8956. Also, MedAire International Assistance: (001) 480-379-1958
What is name of our airline reporting form? Where can I find it and where/how do I submit it?
Fill out CERS (Cabin Event Reporting System) form which can be located on tablet or at my.envoyair.com on the flight service page. The FA should report upon landing. The FA has the option to fill out a report weeks or months after an incident, but the likelihood of that report being approved goes down the longer you wait. Parts 1 and 2 of the IOD (Injury-on-Duty) form is filled out by the FA manager once they receive it from the FA. There is no fixed deadline but they try to fill it out and submit it promptly.
How much time do I have to file a Workers' Compensation (WC) claim? How do I file?
FA file a WC claim at their base, which may not be where they live. So, if your domicile is ORD, then you file a claim in IL. The "notification and investigation report" form which is posted at my.envoyair.com under "departments" and "human resources." They can also contact their manager directly.
How many days of Workers' Compensation (WC) leave are unpaid (by state) before I am eligible to be paid for all lost work time?
The first three days are unpaid and then they are eligible to be paid from day four onward if they have been seen by a physician, and the physician confirms that the sx are related to fumes. The first medical visit is always paid for, regardless of diagnosis. If a claim is approved, then the lost work time is compensated, but only as a fraction of their pay. And the first three days are only compensated if the FA has been out for more than 14 days then the first three days are paid.
What oil and hydraulic fluid does my airline use? (Note: You can access the product Safety Data Sheets and additional information about the chemical contents of oils and hydraulic fluids.)
Eastman 2380, ExxonMobil Skydrol 500B4 and Royco 756
Do I get paid for the rest of my trip if it is disrupted by fumes? (Note: If you were disciplined in certain ways for reporting an unsafe/unhealthy condition like a fume event, you may be able to file a Whistleblower Complaint.)
Yes
Do I get points/discipline if I call out for a fume event? (Note: If you were disciplined in certain ways for reporting an unsafe/unhealthy condition like a fume event, you may be able to file a Whistleblower Complaint.)
FA can use sick time. If the WC claim is not approved then the FA accrues points. However long they are originally out for WC counts as one point. Other times they need to miss work for the same claim will count as another point, unless they're able to get covered by FMLA or medical leave.
Must I see a company doctor/ER doctor? Or can I see doctor of my choice? (Note: AFA has posted information to take to any medical visit.)
In the interest of getting prompt care, FA can see a doctor of their choice at first. However, per the contract, "the direction of medical care will be governed by each state's specific workers' comp statutes and guidelines. That means that FA have the right to use their own personal physician to diagnose and treat any IOD if they take accept WC claims. Alternatively, Illinois has a list of networks/medical providers that they want workers to use ("preferred provider program"). List is posted at my.envoyair.com under "human resources", "injury-on-duty", and "Illinois-based employees." Then the FA can select location and medical specialty.
Is there initial/recurrent training from company re. how to recognize/respond to fumes? (Note: AFA offers a free online fumes training for members.)
No; Envoy does provide training for responding to fires, but not fumes.
Are there any fume event procedures in my FAM? (Note: AFA has tools to help you recognize and respond to a fume event.)
No
Can I take oxygen during a fume event, if necessary?
Here is management’s position on oxygen use during a fume event (April 2023): “We do not have a procedure for flight attendants to don an oxygen mask in the event of smoke/odor/fumes in the cabin. The cabin oxygen masks (POB and PSU) have openings in the masks that allow the outside [ambient cabin] air to mix with the oxygen, so the exposure to the smoke/odor/fumes would only be reduced, not eliminated, and the flight attendants would have to replace the OPB to take their jumpseat for landing. In most cases, depending on the severity of the situation, the flight will be making an emergency landing and exposure will be brief. [During a fume event], flight attendants should follow Smoke in Cabin procedures and breathe through damp towels to reduce exposure to themselves [and the] passengers. We have reviewed AA’s procedures and they do not have [an oxygen mask policy for fume events] either. They determine any flight attendant who needs to be on supplemental oxygen during a flight outside of a decompression to be incapacitated. In the next revision, we will be updating the IPM with specific procedures for these events to help flight attendants effectively communicate this situation to the flight deck as well as limit exposure to themselves and the passengers.”
Frontier Airlines
Who do I contact at AFA if I am in a fume event?
Sherry Chadwick (MEC SHSC; 720-322-5086 or [email protected]) Alternatively, you can call the AFA hotline to reach local officers (844-232-3971)
Who do I contact at the company if I am in a fume event?
Call your base supervisor and also call the company's nurse hotline (866-614-4988).
What is name of our airline reporting form? Where can I find it and where/how do I submit it?
File a "Fume Event Form." Log in at myfrontier.org, go to inflight page, then to "ProSafeT" page and look for "forms" pull-down menu. Must file within 24 hours.
How much time do I have to file a Workers' Compensation (WC) claim? How do I file?
You have 72 hours to file a WC claim. Talking to the company nurse initiates your WC claim. You will be referred to the nearest Concentra office or to an ER (if after-hours). If you are based in IL, you can also see your own doctor.
How many days of Workers' Compensation (WC) leave are unpaid (by state) before I am eligible to be paid for all lost work time?
Your claim is filed in the state where you live. Usually, the first three days are taken from your sick bank unless you are off for more than four days. WC laws vary by state, though.
What oil and hydraulic fluid does my airline use? (Note: You can access the product Safety Data Sheets and additional information about the chemical contents of oils and hydraulic fluids.)
Eastman 2380 oil, Skydrol 500B-4 hydraulic fluid
Do I get paid for the rest of my trip if it is disrupted by fumes? (Note: If you were disciplined in certain ways for reporting an unsafe/unhealthy condition like a fume event, you may be able to file a Whistleblower Complaint.)
In part; you will get paid for the day after your fume event, but additional time is counted as sick (unless your WC claim is approved).
Do I get points/discipline if I call out for a fume event? (Note: If you were disciplined in certain ways for reporting an unsafe/unhealthy condition like a fume event, you may be able to file a Whistleblower Complaint.)
No
Must I see a company doctor/ER doctor? Or can I see doctor of my choice? (Note: AFA has posted information to take to any medical visit.)
Is there initial/recurrent training from company re. how to recognize/respond to fumes? (Note: AFA offers a free online fumes training for members.)
Minimal initial and recurrent training which is currently being expanded a little.
Are there any fume event procedures in my FAM? (Note: AFA has tools to help you recognize and respond to a fume event.)
Minimal; there is a flow chart in the FAM which is under revision.
Can I take oxygen during a fume event, if necessary?
Information to come.
GoJet Airlines
Information to come.
Hawaiian Airlines
Who do I contact at AFA if I am in a fume event?
Kerri Ruiz, MEC SHSC, (808) 219-5615 or [email protected]
Who do I contact at the company if I am in a fume event?
In domicile and need medical? Call Inflight Absence Management and Nurse Triage. Away from base? Call MedAire. As backup, can call your manager. Phone: 855-287-4926, option 1 if away from base and option 2 if in domicile.
What is name of our airline reporting form? Where can I find it and where/how do I submit it?
Intelex online form via Inflight website.
How much time do I have to file a Workers' Compensation (WC) claim? How do I file?
Calling Inflight Absence Management and Nurse Triage starts the WC process.
How many days of Workers' Compensation (WC) leave are unpaid (by state) before I am eligible to be paid for all lost work time?
For claims filed in HI and CA, approved claims are paid at 2/3 salary after a waiting period. While a WC claim is pending, the company will pay lost work time (but not during waiting period). For an approved claim, for the first 90 days, the company will pay the difference between WC and average earnings over previous six months. After that (up to one year), you can use sick time to cover the additional 1/3 of your pay. If WC is denied, then you should be able to use available sick time.
What oil and hydraulic fluid does my airline use? (Note: You can access the product Safety Data Sheets and additional information about the chemical contents of oils and hydraulic fluids.)
ExxonMobil MJO387 (oil); Skydrol PE5 (hydraulic fluid) [Is there an exception for the B787?]
Do I get paid for the rest of my trip if it is disrupted by fumes? (Note: If you were disciplined in certain ways for reporting an unsafe/unhealthy condition like a fume event, you may be able to file a Whistleblower Complaint.)
You should be paid for the remainder of a trip if it is disrupted by a fume event, although this may depend on how many days the WC doctor or nurse signs you out.
Do I get points/discipline if I call out for a fume event? (Note: If you were disciplined in certain ways for reporting an unsafe/unhealthy condition like a fume event, you may be able to file a Whistleblower Complaint.)
You are not disciplined if you report a fume event.
Must I see a company doctor/ER doctor? Or can I see doctor of my choice? (Note: AFA has posted information to take to any medical visit.)
You can see a doctor of your choice, so long as they accept WC. Otherwise, an ER is preferred over Urgent Care because Urgent Care in HI typically can't do AFA-suggested blood tests.
Is there initial/recurrent training from company re. how to recognize/respond to fumes? (Note: AFA offers a free online fumes training for members.)
There is "odor and fumes" information in the IFM, so they have added some limited fume event training in initial and recurrent, but the trainers are not well informed.
Are there any fume event procedures in my FAM? (Note: AFA has tools to help you recognize and respond to a fume event.)
Yes
Can I take oxygen during a fume event, if necessary?
Information to come.
Horizon Air
Who do I contact at AFA if I am in a fume event?
Jennifer Levcun (MEC safety/LECP16, 360-731-6794) or Bryan Grosvold (LECsafety16, 503-789-6014)
Who do I contact at the company if I am in a fume event?
Contact their supervisor and Cari-Smith Allen (AAG cabin safety manager), Medlink, or Global Lifeline
What is name of our airline reporting form? Where can I find it and where/how do I submit it?
Fume/odor safety forms are on the company-issued mobile device under the "report it" app; must be submitted within 24 hours.
How much time do I have to file a Workers' Compensation (WC) claim? How do I file?
File WC within 24 hours through the AFA Leaves and Benefits Chairperson or your supervisor.
How many days of Workers' Compensation (WC) leave are unpaid (by state) before I am eligible to be paid for all lost work time?
The first three days are unpaid and then pay starts on day four if seen by a physician and the physician confirms that the sx are related to fumes. The first medical visit is always paid for, regardless of diagnosis. If a claim is approved, and if the FA is out for more than 14 days then the first three days are paid. WC only pays a fraction of the regular pay.
What oil and hydraulic fluid does my airline use? (Note: You can access the product Safety Data Sheets and additional information about the chemical contents of oils and hydraulic fluids.)
Mobil Jet II, ExxonMobil Skydrol 500B-4
Do I get paid for the rest of my trip if it is disrupted by fumes? (Note: If you were disciplined in certain ways for reporting an unsafe/unhealthy condition like a fume event, you may be able to file a Whistleblower Complaint.)
Maybe (if trip is guaranteed); depends on the situation.
Do I get points/discipline if I call out for a fume event? (Note: If you were disciplined in certain ways for reporting an unsafe/unhealthy condition like a fume event, you may be able to file a Whistleblower Complaint.)
They may receive an occurrence for calling out.
Must I see a company doctor/ER doctor? Or can I see doctor of my choice? (Note: AFA has posted information to take to any medical visit.)
Information to come.
Is there initial/recurrent training from company re. how to recognize/respond to fumes? (Note: AFA offers a free online fumes training for members.)
Information to come.
Are there any fume event procedures in my FAM? (Note: AFA has tools to help you recognize and respond to a fume event.)
Information to come.
Can I take oxygen during a fume event, if necessary?
You can use oxygen during a fume event, if necessary. Medaire would be contacted to decide next steps. You would not be disciplined. You would take your jumpseat for landing, unless incapacitated. Refer to your FAM for more details.
Mesa Air Group
Who do I contact at AFA if I am in a fume event?
MEC SHSC Dora Quinonez - (626) 388-7051 Or MECP Maggie Fox (TBD)
Who do I contact at the company if I am in a fume event?
In the event of a fume event, notify crew scheduling of an OJI event. Also, call our insurance nurse hotline, explain the cause of injury, and tell them your symptoms. They "triage" us over the phone. If they feel we need to be seen by a physician, they will send us to the closest available Concentra. This is a contracted company facility. You also need to fill out a crew injury report and submit it to the company.
What is name of our airline reporting form? Where can I find it and where/how do I submit it?
The crew injury report is called a CIR. It is available on the company website. This report goes to multiple departments including safety. Safety submits the workers' comp. claim for you.
How much time do I have to file a Workers' Compensation (WC) claim? How do I file?
File your claim within 24 hours (if you are hospitalized, you get more time). You need to notify crew scheduling. Also, call the insurance nurse hotline - explain the cause of injury, and tell them your symptoms. They "triage" us over the phone. If they feel we need to be seen by a physician, they will send us to the closest available Concentra. This is a contracted company facility. You also need to fill out a crew injury report (through the company website) and submit it.
How many days of Workers' Compensation (WC) leave are unpaid (by state) before I am eligible to be paid for all lost work time?
You have to be out 7 or 8 days, depending on the state, before pay kicks in.
What oil and hydraulic fluid does my airline use? (Note: You can access the product Safety Data Sheets and additional information about the chemical contents of oils and hydraulic fluids.)
Aeroshell Turbine Oil 500 (can also use Eastman 2380); also ExxonMobil Hyjet IVa plus (hydraulic fluid)
Do I get paid for the rest of my trip if it is disrupted by fumes? (Note: If you were disciplined in certain ways for reporting an unsafe/unhealthy condition like a fume event, you may be able to file a Whistleblower Complaint.)
Information to come.
Do I get points/discipline if I call out for a fume event? (Note: If you were disciplined in certain ways for reporting an unsafe/unhealthy condition like a fume event, you may be able to file a Whistleblower Complaint.)
Information to come.
Must I see a company doctor/ER doctor? Or can I see doctor of my choice? (Note: AFA has posted information to take to any medical visit.)
You have to go to the closest available Concentra. This is a contracted company facility.
Is there initial/recurrent training from company re. how to recognize/respond to fumes? (Note: AFA offers a free online fumes training for members.)
No
Are there any fume event procedures in my FAM? (Note: AFA has tools to help you recognize and respond to a fume event.)
No
Can I take oxygen during a fume event, if necessary?
There isn't a fume event section in our FAM so the company has not provided instruction on whether or not to use oxygen during a fume event. However, Medlink can be contacted and then you follow their instructions.
Norse Atlantic Airways
Norse Atlantic Airways operate a B787, which is a bleed free aircraft.
Omni Air International
Who do I contact at AFA if I am in a fume event?
Call AFA MECP John Reese (678-777-3488)
Who do I contact at the company if I am in a fume event?
Call Carlos Cisneros, Senior Director of Safety and Security, 918-949-4814
What is name of our airline reporting form? Where can I find it and where/how do I submit it?
Forms are located on CrewNet. If you have symptoms, file the First Report of Injury form. The Safety Department evaluates the report and HR submits WC claims to a third-party claims administrator.
How much time do I have to file a Workers' Compensation (WC) claim? How do I file?
File a WC claim via CrewNet. You have 24-48 hours to file.
How many days of Workers' Compensation (WC) leave are unpaid (by state) before I am eligible to be paid for all lost work time?
OKO, SEA, DFW, MCO, BWI, LAS, and IAD
What oil and hydraulic fluid does my airline use? (Note: You can access the product Safety Data Sheets and additional information about the chemical contents of oils and hydraulic fluids.)
Mobil Jet II (oil) and Eastman Hyjet IVa+ (hydraulic)
Do I get paid for the rest of my trip if it is disrupted by fumes? (Note: If you were disciplined in certain ways for reporting an unsafe/unhealthy condition like a fume event, you may be able to file a Whistleblower Complaint.)
Per the CBA, if you report an injury onboard that renders you unable to perform your duties, you can request to be released from the remainder of your flight sequence and have no MPG for up to a max of three days.
Do I get points/discipline if I call out for a fume event? (Note: If you were disciplined in certain ways for reporting an unsafe/unhealthy condition like a fume event, you may be able to file a Whistleblower Complaint.)
The company says that illness due to a fume event is treated like any other work-related illness or injury which does not result in discipline.
Must I see a company doctor/ER doctor? Or can I see doctor of my choice? (Note: AFA has posted information to take to any medical visit.)
FA can go to an ER for immediate care and then work with the third-party WC administrator to determine options for necessary additional medical care.
Is there initial/recurrent training from company re. how to recognize/respond to fumes? (Note: AFA offers a free online fumes training for members.)
No
Are there any fume event procedures in my FAM? (Note: AFA has tools to help you recognize and respond to a fume event.)
No
Can I take oxygen during a fume event, if necessary?
In a fume event, if you have symptoms of hypoxia, you can take oxygen. Medlink would then be called to make the determination if you are fit to fly. If the flight is full and you can’t occupy your jumpseat, there are dedicated crew rest seats on our aircraft. Flight attendants are not disciplined for using oxygen. Procedures for using oxygen are described in the FAM, but a fume event is not explicitly included in the list of example situations.
Piedmont Airlines
Who do I contact at AFA if I am in a fume event?
Jennifer Blake (MEC Safety) [email protected] or 336-655-0212
Who do I contact at the company if I am in a fume event?
Call your base manager (Pam Johns, Ray Robinson, or Nina Yli-Piipari) or the company Safety Department via the hotline.
What is name of our airline reporting form? Where can I find it and where/how do I submit it?
File a Cabin Safety Report which can be found on the Piedmont website under "Safety" and also on the Intelex app on the EFBs. The report must be submitted within 24 hours of the event.
How much time do I have to file a Workers' Compensation (WC) claim? How do I file?
You have 24 hours from the time of the event to submit a Cabin Safety Report and notify Inflight Management so that all OJI forms may be completed and submitted.
How many days of Workers' Compensation (WC) leave are unpaid (by state) before I am eligible to be paid for all lost work time?
Per state rules in X, FA is unpaid for first 7 days unless off for X or more days, the rules vary by state. You file in the state you are based in (?)
What oil and hydraulic fluid does my airline use? (Note: You can access the product Safety Data Sheets and additional information about the chemical contents of oils and hydraulic fluids.)
Eastman 2380 oil and "Skydrol" hydraulic fluid (need to confirm which one; probably Skydrol 500B-4)
Do I get paid for the rest of my trip if it is disrupted by fumes? (Note: If you were disciplined in certain ways for reporting an unsafe/unhealthy condition like a fume event, you may be able to file a Whistleblower Complaint.)
The company decides on a case-by-case basis, depending on the circumstances.
Do I get points/discipline if I call out for a fume event? (Note: If you were disciplined in certain ways for reporting an unsafe/unhealthy condition like a fume event, you may be able to file a Whistleblower Complaint.)
It depends on the circumstances.
Must I see a company doctor/ER doctor? Or can I see doctor of my choice? (Note: AFA has posted information to take to any medical visit.)
If you are claiming an injury due to the event, then you need to follow the procedures for OJIs and see a company panel doctor.
Is there initial/recurrent training from company re. how to recognize/respond to fumes? (Note: AFA offers a free online fumes training for members.)
No
Are there any fume event procedures in my FAM? (Note: AFA has tools to help you recognize and respond to a fume event.)
No
Can I take oxygen during a fume event, if necessary?
If you have symptoms suggesting hypoxia under any circumstances, including a fume event, you have access to oxygen. This includes crew and passengers.
PSA Airlines
Who do I contact at AFA if I am in a fume event?
Call the AFA-PSA Air Safety, Health, and Security hotline: 844-423-2232 extension 6
Who do I contact at the company if I am in a fume event?
Call the company safety hotline (800) 235-0986 or [email protected]
What is name of our airline reporting form? Where can I find it and where/how do I submit it?
File a "Ops Report" (OOR) which you can access via the Intelex app.
How much time do I have to file a Workers' Compensation (WC) claim? How do I file?
We encourage you to file immediately; preferably, at least within 24 hours.
How many days of Workers' Compensation (WC) leave are unpaid (by state) before I am eligible to be paid for all lost work time?
Claims are filed in your state of domicile and you can use sick leave during the waiting period. If you live in NC, then you do not get paid for the first 7 calendar days unless you are off for at least 21 calendar days.
What oil and hydraulic fluid does my airline use? (Note: You can access the product Safety Data Sheets and additional information about the chemical contents of oils and hydraulic fluids.)
Eastman 2380 (oil) and Skydrol LD-4 (hydraulic fluid)
Do I get paid for the rest of my trip if it is disrupted by fumes? (Note: If you were disciplined in certain ways for reporting an unsafe/unhealthy condition like a fume event, you may be able to file a Whistleblower Complaint.)
Initially, any call out is classified as sick and if the flight attendant has sick time they can but are not required to use it to cover lost wages. Once the WC review is completed, if it's accepted then WC pay will apply.
Do I get points/discipline if I call out for a fume event? (Note: If you were disciplined in certain ways for reporting an unsafe/unhealthy condition like a fume event, you may be able to file a Whistleblower Complaint.)
I've been told that no disciplinary actions are take, but points are sometimes assessed and are only reversed if WC is approved.
Must I see a company doctor/ER doctor? Or can I see doctor of my choice? (Note: AFA has posted information to take to any medical visit.)
ER and/or company doctor. If a referral is needed for further treatment, it is handled through WC.
Is there initial/recurrent training from company re. how to recognize/respond to fumes? (Note: AFA offers a free online fumes training for members.)
There is a short module in initial training. Recurrent training was recently revamped, so not sure if in the new one.
Are there any fume event procedures in my FAM? (Note: AFA has tools to help you recognize and respond to a fume event.)
Yes, fumes are briefly covered in the FAM.
Can I take oxygen during a fume event, if necessary?
Information to come.
Silver Airways
Who do I contact at AFA if I am in a fume event?
Rogelio Benabe (MEC safety; 787-988-8149) or Maria Salinas (MECP/LEC 83; 787-988-8149)
Who do I contact at the company if I am in a fume event?
Marie Laforest (Silver Manager) or Base Supervisor; they will then direct you to call the on-staff nurse at Silver (877-694-7783)
What is name of our airline reporting form? Where can I find it and where/how do I submit it?
Incident/illness report on WBAT; must submit within 24 hours.
How much time do I have to file a Workers' Compensation (WC) claim? How do I file?
After filing your WBAT, you contact the nurse hotline. That is the start of the WC claim. The company has seven days to file.
How many days of Workers' Compensation (WC) leave are unpaid (by state) before I am eligible to be paid for all lost work time?
While a WC claim is pending, a FA can use sick time or PTO to cover the "waiting period" and for days off related to a denied claim. The number of days that are not compensated varies by state. For example, in FL, the first seven days are unpaid unless the FA is off for more than 14 days and the claim is approved. WC will then pay a percentage of their weekly estimated earnings.
What oil and hydraulic fluid does my airline use? (Note: You can access the product Safety Data Sheets and additional information about the chemical contents of oils and hydraulic fluids.)
Eastman 2380, Skydrol 500B-4
Do I get paid for the rest of my trip if it is disrupted by fumes? (Note: If you were disciplined in certain ways for reporting an unsafe/unhealthy condition like a fume event, you may be able to file a Whistleblower Complaint.)
FAs get paid based on the company determination of the event. If the flight is diverted or cancelled, the company rules for FA duty will apply (FX, PAP, etc.)
Do I get points/discipline if I call out for a fume event? (Note: If you were disciplined in certain ways for reporting an unsafe/unhealthy condition like a fume event, you may be able to file a Whistleblower Complaint.)
Points will be assigned based on whether the company recognizes the event, how severe it is, and what the outcome is.
Must I see a company doctor/ER doctor? Or can I see doctor of my choice? (Note: AFA has posted information to take to any medical visit.)
Once you call the nurse hotline, you will be directed to a doctor or medical facility. If it is a severe event, you can call 911.
Is there initial/recurrent training from company re. how to recognize/respond to fumes? (Note: AFA offers a free online fumes training for members.)
Fume event training will be added to recurrent training in 2023.
Are there any fume event procedures in my FAM? (Note: AFA has tools to help you recognize and respond to a fume event.)
No -- page 10-10-23 in the OM-02 refers to "Smoke or vapor in the cabin" (but not "fumes")
Can I take oxygen during a fume event, if necessary?
Information to come.
Spirit Airlines
Who do I contact at AFA if I am in a fume event?
Can email [email protected], which goes to all reps for emergency response. They can also refer to the Fume Emergency Kit information Spirit-AFA website.
Who do I contact at the company if I am in a fume event?
Call Supervisor on duty to report, MedAire for a medical assessment or the CA will request EMS if needed.
What is name of our airline reporting form? Where can I find it and where/how do I submit it?
The CA has a digital Spirit Airlines "AQE reporting form based on the AFA Form and you will need to submit an ROR/Safety Report."
How much time do I have to file a Workers' Compensation (WC) claim? How do I file?
If a WC claim is necessary, the company asks FA to file ASAP. Each state has its own laws on reporting and seeking medical treatment. The SOD will email you directions or reach out to [email protected].
How many days of Workers' Compensation (WC) leave are unpaid (by state) before I am eligible to be paid for all lost work time?
The rules vary by state.
What oil and hydraulic fluid does my airline use? (Note: You can access the product Safety Data Sheets and additional information about the chemical contents of oils and hydraulic fluids.)
Turbonycoil 600 (oil), ExxonMobil Hyjet V (hydraulic fluid)
Do I get paid for the rest of my trip if it is disrupted by fumes? (Note: If you were disciplined in certain ways for reporting an unsafe/unhealthy condition like a fume event, you may be able to file a Whistleblower Complaint.)
No
Do I get points/discipline if I call out for a fume event? (Note: If you were disciplined in certain ways for reporting an unsafe/unhealthy condition like a fume event, you may be able to file a Whistleblower Complaint.)
Yes, initially, but they are recoded once the FA submits their injury reporting form, although discipline letters may get sent first.
Must I see a company doctor/ER doctor? Or can I see doctor of my choice? (Note: AFA has posted information to take to any medical visit.)
If a FA is removed from a flight by MedAire, then they must follow up with an occupational doc/Concentra before they can return to work. Even if they go to an ER, they must obtain a return-to-work evaluation at Concentra. Per state laws, they can not use their personal medical insurance for work-related injuries. HR will guide you on this procedure.
Is there initial/recurrent training from company re. how to recognize/respond to fumes? (Note: AFA offers a free online fumes training for members.)
Yes in Initial and Annual Recurrent.
Are there any fume event procedures in my FAM? (Note: AFA has tools to help you recognize and respond to a fume event.)
Yes
Can I take oxygen during a fume event, if necessary?
Follow the guidelines in your FAM for medical procedures pertaining to hypoxia. If a FA becomes incapacitated, you may not take your jumpseat and a Medlink form needs to be completed. Follow your FAM for reseating guests on full flights. Never walk the cabin donning a POB.
United Airlines
Who do I contact at AFA if I am in a fume event?
Primary contact is LEC safety committee/LEC council; backup contact is Judith Anderson (AFA-I; 206-251-1203)
Who do I contact at the company if I am in a fume event?
Inflight Duty Manager (IFDM) 1-800-FLT-LINE, option 8 OR dial 1-847-700-4174 directly.
What is name of our airline reporting form? Where can I find it and where/how do I submit it?
Fill out an IOR (Irregular Operations Report) form. IOR is on your LINK device (My Safety App) and on the company website ("Flying Together"). Include the following details: date, flight number, aircraft number, working conditions. Did you notice odor or a visible smoke/mist? Were you aware of any mechanical problems? During what phase of flight did you develop symptoms? What were the symptoms? Send a copy of the report to the AFA-CWA LEC Safety, Health, and Security Committee.
How much time do I have to file a Workers' Compensation (WC) claim? How do I file?
To report an OJI, call 844-717-2579 (non-Guam based) or 671-645-8800 (Guam-based) as soon as possible, but not later than 48 hours after the pairing concludes. If you are treated at an onsite UAL health clinic in ORD, IAH, or EWR, then clinic staff will report the injury to Sedgwick (WC carrier).
How many days of Workers' Compensation (WC) leave are unpaid (by state) before I am eligible to be paid for all lost work time?
The rules vary by state. Please reach out to your AFA LEC Benefits Committee. For example, in IL, the first three days are not compensated unless and until you have been off work for 14 days. You file for WC in the state in which you are either based or the state in which you were injured.
What oil and hydraulic fluid does my airline use? (Note: You can access the product Safety Data Sheets and additional information about the chemical contents of oils and hydraulic fluids.)
For oil on engines, uses Eastman 2197 oil, except for on B737 uses MJOII. On APUs for oil, uses Eastman 2389. For hydraulic fluid, uses Skydrol PE-5, except for on the B787, uses ExxonMobil Hyjet V.
Do I get paid for the rest of my trip if it is disrupted by fumes? (Note: If you were disciplined in certain ways for reporting an unsafe/unhealthy condition like a fume event, you may be able to file a Whistleblower Complaint.)
You initially get paid from your sick bank and then the rest from Workers Compensation if your claim is filed and approved.
Do I get points/discipline if I call out for a fume event? (Note: If you were disciplined in certain ways for reporting an unsafe/unhealthy condition like a fume event, you may be able to file a Whistleblower Complaint.)
Points are assessed for Workers' Compensation with the exception of events listed in JCBA 13.B.3.
Must I see a company doctor/ER doctor? Or can I see doctor of my choice? (Note: AFA has posted information to take to any medical visit.)
You have three emergency treatment options: (1) Can see a doctor of your choice; (2) Can go to company clinics (but none have onsite blood draw labs); and (3) Can go to the ER. After emergency medical treatment, to get additional treatment, you have to have a physician file an Occupational for you.
Is there initial/recurrent training from company re. how to recognize/respond to fumes? (Note: AFA offers a free online fumes training for members.)
CQ/RQ fume event training is minimal.
Are there any fume event procedures in my FAM? (Note: AFA has tools to help you recognize and respond to a fume event.)
There are procedures in the eFAOM to address malfunctioning air conditioning system and "sources of external air of the aircraft" but nothing specific to fume events.
Can I take oxygen during a fume event, if necessary?
If necessary, follow the Incapacitated Flight Attendant procedures in your eFAOM/LINK.
Delta Organizing
Who do I contact at AFA if I am in a fume event?
For emergencies, contact your base organizer. For non-emergencies, for now, go to the Delta-AFA safety page and complete the online incident reporting form. Someone from our committee will respond within 24 hours. Our goal is to build the framework to provide real-time assistance via phone, so stand by for that.
Who do I contact at the company if I am in a fume event?
If you have to call off your trip, first call IFS Scheduling at 1-800-DAL-CREW (1-800-325-2739). If you are unwell and need to file an OJI, call Sedgwick (1-877-673-3582). They will give you information on how to file a claim and instructions on how to get medical care if you need it. Your manager may also call you after the Delta rules for notification of sick/OJI have been processed.
What is name of our airline reporting form? Where can I find it and where/how do I submit it?
You are required to report to Delta SRS (Safety Reporting System); see Ch. 42 of Delta’s In-Flight Programs/Policies handbook. You can file the report on either Deltanet or SkyPro. There are two additional voluntary safety reporting options – ASAP and ASRS; see below. ASAP: The Aviation Safety Action Program is for voluntary self-reporting of safety issues with the goal of preventing future events; see Chapter 6 of Inflight Programs/Policies handbook. If your report is accepted by a committee which includes the FAA and management, then you are not disciplined. The benefit of reporting to ASAP is that it gets the safety issue past "just DL" and in front of the FAA. Also, it is supposed to be non-punitive. ASRS: You can also report to the ASRS (Aviation Safety Reporting System) which is an independent, confidential system managed by NASA. The benefit of reporting to NASA ASRS is that it gets safety information into the wider aviation community.
How much time do I have to file a Workers' Compensation (WC) claim? How do I file?
Management tells you to call our workers’ compensation carrier, Sedgwick, within 24 hours. It takes up to 24 hours and more paperwork to get Sedgwick to notify you that your report has been accepted.
How many days of Workers' Compensation (WC) leave are unpaid (by state) before I am eligible to be paid for all lost work time?
The number of unpaid days (called the “waiting period”) varies by state. For example, in GA, you don’t get paid for the first seven days unless you are off for 21 days or longer. In Michigan, you don’t get paid for the first seven days unless you are off for 14 days or longer. Google your state “waiting period” rules for workers’ compensation or talk to a specialist.
What oil and hydraulic fluid does my airline use? (Note: You can access the product Safety Data Sheets and additional information about the chemical contents of oils and hydraulic fluids.)
Delta uses MJOII engine oil and Skydrol PE-5 hydraulic fluid. *Quick tip – AFA has posted information about the chemical contents of oils and hydraulic fluids.
Do I get paid for the rest of my trip if it is disrupted by fumes? (Note: If you were disciplined in certain ways for reporting an unsafe/unhealthy condition like a fume event, you may be able to file a Whistleblower Complaint.)
If you are a line holder, then the company will apply your accrued PPT to the time that you miss. This can include the rest of your trip and the days that follow if you are sick from the fume event and file an OJI. If you have no PPT, then you do not get paid for that time. You do not have the option to get your lost work time paid by workers’ comp benefits unless you are signed out for longer than the “waiting period” (varies by state; see #5) and your claim is approved. Also, in some cases, FMLA is applied to days away for an OJI, so be sure to ask questions and know the source of your leave days. *Quick tip -- If you were disciplined in certain ways for reporting an unsafe/unhealthy condition like a fume event, you may be able to file a Whistleblower Complaint.
Do I get points/discipline if I call out for a fume event? (Note: If you were disciplined in certain ways for reporting an unsafe/unhealthy condition like a fume event, you may be able to file a Whistleblower Complaint.)
Discipline is possible but policies do not appear to be applied consistently. Whether a single crewmember is disciplined for time lost due to a fume event may depend on whether the whole crew got sick or just one person, and whether there are aircraft maintenance records or medical documentation to support the crewmembers’ report. *Quick tip -- If you were disciplined in certain ways for reporting an unsafe/unhealthy condition like a fume event, you may be able to file a whistleblower complaint.
Must I see a company doctor/ER doctor? Or can I see doctor of my choice? (Note: AFA has posted information to take to any medical visit.)
The rules seem to vary according to the state in which you are based. Typically, though, unless emergency treatment is necessary, you first have to be seen by a company clinic/doctor. In some states, you can only be seen by company doctors throughout your treatment/leave. In contrast, in MI, you can see your own doctor after 28 days. Check the Workers Comp rules where you file your claim. *Quick tip - AFA has posted information online to take to any medical visit after a fume event. (Item #3 on that webpage.)
Is there initial/recurrent training from company re. how to recognize/respond to fumes? (Note: AFA offers a free online fumes training for members.)
No. *Quick tip - AFA offers a free online fumes training for members.
Are there any fume event procedures in my FAM? (Note: AFA has tools to help you recognize and respond to a fume event.)
Delta OBM (Section 3.4.6) explains which fume event details to report to the pilots. DL also has a Smoke Fume Group and has invited employees to ask them questions: [email protected]. *Quick tip -- AFA has tools to help you recognize and respond to a fume event.
Can I take oxygen during a fume event, if necessary?
As of this writing, the Delta Onboard Manual (Sec. 4.2.55) instructs flight attendants to take oxygen for first aid purposes, if affected by smoke/fumes. If you are sick, AFA does not concur with Delta's advice to wait to contact EMS until you have breathed fresh air for 15 minutes.
