AFA PSA Council 54 DCA

03/14/2026

We have been made aware that many have experienced extended wait times to receive a hotel last night due to cancellations and delays. We want to assure you that we are disappointed in the time I took the company to get several of you hotels. We would like to hold the company accountable by filing grievances for any flight attendant who was unable to get to a hotel last night in a timely manner.

If you are unfamiliar with the Grievance process, please feel free to contact Phylicia Christmas with any questions or concerns.
She can be emailed at [email protected]

If you would like to go forward with the Grievance process, please fill out this google form.
https://forms.gle/ScmDtVsCmrxDTrTH6

If you feel like you experienced another contract violation that is not related to a hotel issue and would like to inquire about filing a grievance, please email all details to [email protected]

02/22/2026

🚨WINTER STORM HERNANDO🚨

As many of you are aware, Winter storm Hernando is expected to hit DCA and PHL bases starting tonight, 2/22/26 and into tomorrow, 2/23/26. The company has already started canceling flights for today’s and tomorrow's operation.

The company has officially declared an IROP for 2/22/26-2/23/26. Please review Section 7. E in the contract. Watch your duty and block times and make sure to take screenshots of everything on company sanctioned apps (CrewMobile). If you're unsure of something please contact the union. We are here to help keep you contractually protected! Reference the CBA herehttps://afapsa.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/AFA-PSA-CBA-7.23.2019.pdf

You may experience long wait times when contacting Crew Scheduling. Please document everything such as call logs, flica screenshots, and even CrewMobile notifications as it could be helpful in the future. If you are unable to make contact with crew scheduling please email the scheduling supervisor and your Inflight Supervisor. If it is an urgent issue, please reach out to the on-call Inflight Supervisor.

Reserve flight attendants MUST contact crew scheduling to be released from duty. If you cannot reach scheduling, call your inflight supervisor or the on-call inflight supervisor. Screenshot all attempts at communication.

Document your calls and hold times to crew scheduling. Take screenshots of your phone log and FLICA. All screenshots should be of Flica or CrewMobile.

Bizhero has NOT been activated. The company has recently implemented a direct extension to reach the hotel coordinators. (833)-443-3905 EXT 3.

You may experience trouble commuting. Please remember to follow the commuter policy and take pictures and screenshots of everything. Keep in close contact with crew scheduling and your supervisor if you have trouble making it to base. If you live in base and it's unsafe to get to work due to dangerous road conditions please document any road closures or county safety advisories.

Please reach out if you have any questions.
LEC Council 54 President Phylicia Christmas- [email protected]
LEC Council 54 Vice President Joe Lucas- [email protected]
LEC Council 54 Secretary Bronwyn Lafferty- [email protected]

02/03/2026

DCA Employee Lot Update:

We have received numerous concerns about the condition of the Crew Lot at DCA. We have been advocating on your behalf with the company and the airport to develop a quick solution to ensure your safety in the employee lot. Today we met with the company to address these issues. If you incurred expenses that involved transportation to and from the airport to the crew lot, or your car was stuck in the crew lot due to ice/snow, and you had to use Uber as a result.
Here's how you can submit your reimbursement
Go to work day and submit under MISC
Include “Uber to/from crew lot or work.”
We assure you that we are still working diligently to improve the safety conditions for the employee lot.
If you need further assistance, please don’t be afraid to reach out. (844) 423-2232 Ex

In solidarity,
Phylicia, Joe, and Bronwyn.

01/27/2026

January 27, 2026

Details on Flight 5342 Memorial Thursday, Jan 29 at 5pm
We’ve been working to solidify our remembrance for Ian, Danasia, and everyone we lost on Flight 5342 for the one year anniversary.

We will be moving our AFA memorial to 5pm ET, due to several events for the families and airport at DCA. We will hold the Flight 5342 memorial to honor our heroes Terminal 2, on the North terrace outside Door 6.

Additionally, ALPA will hold a memorial at 2pm ET at their headquarters in Tysons Corner. (A shuttle will depart the airport at 1pm and return at 3pm.)

We hope to post full details tomorrow, but wanted to let you know about the time to change as early as possible.

Remember, there is no single or “right” way to mark this anniversary. Whatever you may be experiencing is valid. If this time brings emotions that feel heavier to carry alone, support is available. Confidential AFA EAP support exists specifically for moments like this, offering understanding from those who know our profession and the unique challenges we face. AFA EAP can be reached at 800-424-2406.

Thank you for the care you show one another and for the professionalism you bring to every flight. We are grateful for your dedication and proud to fly with you.

Together, we continue to honor the legacy of Flight 5342 not only in remembrance, but in the way we support one another every day.

01/27/2026

Winter Storm Fern- Update

DCA Flight Attendants,
While Winter storm Fern is still impacting many parts of the east coast we recognize that many of you have faced delays, extensions, contract violations, and have been stranded for days at outstations. Please know that your LEC team is working with the company to resolve the issues that have been brought to our attention. We encourage you to continue to reach out to us so we can help however we can during this chaotic period of time.
If you feel like your contract has been violated please reach out to your local Grievance representatives. We ask that you include these details in your email.

Name, Date, Employee number
Pairing Number if applicable
Detailed description of events
Time stamped screenshots of communications with supervisors or crew scheduling
Screenshots of FLICA or Crew Mobile
Phone number or best contact method incase we need more information
Contract reference that you feel has been violated, if applicable.

Phylicia Christmas - [email protected]
Joe Lucas- [email protected]
Bronwyn Lafferty- [email protected]
Quick Reference – Duty & Flight Time Limits
Duty Limits:

14 hours scheduled or rescheduled,
15 hours with delays. Notify Crew Scheduling if you believe you will exceed a 15-hour duty day.
Maximum Rescheduled Block Time: 9 hours. Notify Crew Scheduling if you believe you will exceed 9 block hours.


Line-holder Extensions:

Not be required to remain on duty more than four (4) hours after originally scheduled release time.
However, in order to complete a round trip, may be required to remain on duty for up to five (5) hours after originally scheduled release time.
If you have questions regarding limitations, contact an AFA team member.


Crew Scheduling Delays

Please be aware that long wait times are still occurring with Crew Scheduling. Reserve Flight Attendants MUST contact Crew Scheduling to be released from duty. If you cannot reach Crew Scheduling, contact your Inflight Supervisor or the On-call Inflight Supervisor.
Document all attempts to contact Scheduling.
Take screenshots of phone logs, FLICA, and Crew Mobile. Screenshots from other Apps or sources can not be used.

Hotel Assistance

We encourage you to continue to use BIZHERO first. We have been made aware that some non-contractable hotels have been giving people issues at check in. If you are having issues upon checking in please reach out to your local LEC officers.
If you require a hotel and experience excessive wait times with Crew Scheduling and cannot book with BIZHERO:

Email from your company email [email protected]

Subject line: Your AA employee number
Body: Leave blank

This triggers an automated response from TAConnections. If you have not received a response from Hotel Connections and continue to experience delays, contact:

Michelle Harllee – MEC Hotel Committee Chair

[email protected]

Joe Lucas – Text: 772-971-3910

Please include the following information:

City where the hotel is needed
Inbound flight number
Reason for hotel (cancellation, delay, diversion, etc.)
Time of arrival
Name, base, and employee number
Screenshot from Crew Mobile showing pairing number, flight number, and crew names
Screenshot of your email to [email protected]


If you have any questions or need assistance, please do not hesitate to reach out.
In solidarity,
Phylicia Christmas
LEC Council 54 President
330-447-8860
[email protected]
Joe Lucas
LEC Council 54 Vice President
772-971-3910
[email protected]
Bronwyn Lafferty
LEC Council 54 Secretary
201-600-7821
[email protected]

01/23/2026

Dear Flight Attendants,

As we approach the arrival of Winter Storm Fern, we anticipate operational impacts across the system, including DCA. This weekend, all bases may experience significant snow and/or ice, so it is important to be prepared and aware of contractual limitations and available resources.

Please review the information below carefully and keep it accessible during your trip.

Quick Reference – Duty & Flight Time Limits

Duty Limits:

14 hours scheduled or rescheduled,
15 hours with delays. Notify Crew Scheduling if you believe you will exceed a 15-hour duty day.
Maximum Rescheduled Block Time: 9 hours. Notify Crew Scheduling if you believe you will exceed 9 block hours.


Line-holder Extensions:

Not be required to remain on duty more than four (4) hours after originally scheduled release time.
However, in order to complete a round trip, may be required to remain on duty for up to five (5) hours after originally scheduled release time.
If you have questions regarding limitations, contact an AFA team member.


Crew Scheduling Delays

Please be aware that long wait times may occur when contacting Crew Scheduling. Reserve Flight Attendants must contact Crew Scheduling to be released from duty. If you cannot reach Crew Scheduling, contact your Inflight Supervisor or the On call Inflight Supervisor.

Document all attempts to contact Scheduling.

Take screenshots of phone logs, FLICA, and Crew Mobile. Screenshots from other Apps or sources can not be used.



Calling Out Sick

Although the requirement to avoid a Sick Late Notice is calling out greater than 2 hours prior to report, we recommend calling out as early as possible prior to report time due to potential Scheduling delays. Document all call attempts and hold times.



Hotel Assistance

If you require a hotel and experience excessive wait times with Crew Scheduling:

Email from your company email [email protected]

Subject line: Your AA employee number

Body: Leave blank

This triggers an automated response from TAConnectioms. If you have not received a response from Hotel Connections and continue to experience delays, contact:

Michelle Harllee – MEC Hotel Committee Chair

[email protected]

Joe Lucas – Text: 772-971-3910

Please include the following information:

City where the hotel is needed
Inbound flight number
Reason for hotel (cancellation, delay, diversion, etc.)
Time of arrival
Name, base, and employee number
Screenshot from Crew Mobile showing pairing number, flight number, and crew names
Screenshot of your email to [email protected]


If you have any questions or need assistance, please do not hesitate to reach out.

In solidarity,

Phylicia Christmas
LEC Council 54 President
330-447-8860
[email protected]



Joe Lucas
LEC Council 54 Vice President
772-971-3910
[email protected]



Bronwyn Lafferty
LEC Council 54 Secretary
201-600-7821
[email protected]

12/17/2025

DCA!!!
Our day of action is tomorrow! 12/18
11 am up at departures! Last door down by the courtyard!
We look forward to seeing you all there!

05/13/2025

The Master Executive Council (MEC) Elections are just around the corner, and now is the time to make your voice resonate across the system. Your LEC President is preparing to cast a ballot on your behalf, and they want to hear directly from YOU before doing so. (Click on the Link)

09/12/2024

09/03/2024

https://afanewsletters.org/view/?id=50863

08/28/2024

A big congratulations to our newest DCA-Flight Attendants! On behalf of our members and Council 54’s Leadership Team, we would like to welcome you to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. We are delighted and excited to have you join our PSA Airlines Family!