Association of Flight Attendants-CWA

In Loving Memory of Larry Willis

November 30 —  Last night, a champion for Flight Attendants and all aviation workers passed with his wife and daughter at his side. The President of the Transportation Trades Department, the affiliated transportation unions of the AFL-CIO, Larry Willis, 53, succumbed to injuries sustained on November 22 in a tragic biking accident. TTD Remembrance >

Thankful for our solidarity

November 26, 2020 — Dear Flying Partners, Friends and Family,

This Thanksgiving and holiday season is unlike any we’ve known—just as 2020 is unlike any year in the history of commercial aviation.

Remain Vigilant During Holiday Travel

November 24, 2020 — Thanksgiving holiday travel kicked off last weekend with TSA screening more than 1 million passengers on Sunday — the most since March 16. While it will look very different from years past, we expect the next 6 weeks to be the busiest we’ve seen since the pandemic upended our jobs and lives. At the same time, COVID infections are running at the highest rate since the onset of the pandemic. We need to remain vigilant and attentive to the safety procedures we have in place.

Congress Leaves Without Relief, AFA Plans Day of Action on Dec. 1

November 20, 2020 — Congress will leave town for their Thanksgiving break without passing essential COVID relief for millions of Americans, including aviation workers. It is infuriating and unacceptable. 

Our #1 Priority: Extending PSP

November 13 — Our number one priority is extending the Payroll Support Program. Chairman DeFazio’s office and Chairman Wicker’s office yesterday spoke at the Washington D.C. AeroClub to convey that extending PSP is a top priority. This includes recalling and restoring anyone currently on furlough.

Resources for Flight Attendants Affected by COVID-19 Downturn

November 13, 2020 — Flight Attendants across the industry are on furlough, unpaid leave, or flying less. 

COVID-19 Precautions: Stay Vigilant, Take Care of Yourself

November 13, 2020 —As cases of COVID-19 continue to surge across the country, we must remain committed to our layered safety and health procedures to protect ourselves and other crewmembers, and prevent the spread of COVID-19 onboard and throughout our communities.