Association of Flight Attendants-CWA

AFA Celebrates Native American Heritage Month

November 1, 2022 - November marks the beginning of Native American Heritage Month; a month-long celebration of the histories, cultures, contributions, and achievements of Native Americans to the United States.

Vote in the 2022 Midterms

October 25, 2022

There are 14 days until Election Day and early voting has already started in some states. We are counting on every AFA-CWA member to vote. Next year will be critical for Flight Attendants. The FAA is up for reauthorization in 2023. We need memebrs of Congress who will fight for our issues.

AFA Speaks at Yale Law School on Women & Unions

October 21, 2022 - AFA President Sara Nelson was invited to deliver the Gruber Distinguished Lecture in Women’s Rights this week. The Gruber Distinguished Lecture in Women's Rights feature speakers whose exceptional achievements have served the causes of women's rights. 

Supporting our Pittsburgh NewsGuild-CWA Siblings on Strike

October 21, 2022 - On Monday, the newsroom workers of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, represented by the Newspaper Guild of Pittsburgh-CWA, voted to authorize a strike against the company. We stand with our CWA Union siblings on strike! Post-Gazette Guild workers deserve a contract. Management needs to get back to the table and treat journalists with respect. 

KCM Compliance Reminders

October 7, 2022 - KCM is a privilege, not a right. It’s important that all crewmembers abide by the rules of this program in order to protect your ability to participate in the Known Crewmember program.

10 Hours Mandated: Increases Federal Min Rest by 2 Hours

October 7, 2022 - The FAA signed the final rule for our 10 hours rest this week. The rule requires 10 hours minimum, non-reducible rest for Flight Attendants between duty days. This finally makes the 2018 law a reality for all U.S. Flight Attendants.

Celebrating Hispanic-Latinx Heritage Month

October 7, 2022 - We're nearing the end of National Hispanic Heritage Month.