Association of Flight Attendants-CWA

Response to Al Baker Apology

July 12, 2017 

Akbar Al Baker
Group Chief Executive
Qatar Airways

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Dear Mr. Al Baker,

I received your apology for your private event comments that were heard loud and clear by airline workers around the world. As a leader in the aviation industry, you know that your words carry weight and should be taken at face value. I accept your apology. 

Support the AFA Disaster Relief Fund through Amazon Smile

NOTE: According to a new report from Bloomberg, employees at the Amazon fulfillment center in Shakopee, Minnesota, plan to strike for six hours on July 15, the first day of Amazon's annual Prime Day sales bonanza. This year sales are scheduled to stretch over a 48-hour period. During this time, we will be removing the support of, and link to, the Amazon website and their products. 

July 10, 2017 - The Disaster Relief Fund provides a means for AFA members to assist other members and retirees who have suffered significant damage to their primary residence and/or faced relocation as a result of a disaster.

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June 19, 2017 - Tell Senators and Representatives to include our 10 hours minimum rest provision along with a Fatigue Risk Management Plan (FRMP) in their respective bills.

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