As fellow SkyWest Flight Attendants, we created Lifelines to build a supportive community that addresses the challenges faced by those in initial training and just starting out on the line. Unfortunately, management has spread misinformation and used fear tactics to discourage new hires from connecting with pro-union colleagues who are advocating for the best interests of all Flight Attendants, including our newest crew members.
Let’s clear the air.
The Department of Labor’s (DOL) recent lawsuit against the SkyWest Inflight Association (SIA) once again confirms what many of us have known for a long time: SIA is an illegal company union operating at the behest of management, not for the Flight Attendants it claims to represent.
Unionization is a hot topic at SkyWest Airlines. While many Flight Attendants advocate for union representation through AFA, some side with management's anti-union stance due to misinformation and fear. SkyWest's anti-union propaganda and pressure on certain Flight Attendants create a tough environment for questioning the status quo. Understanding these dynamics with empathy reveals that true protection and safeguarding of rights come from union support, empowering a unified and informed workforce.
Our probationary period at SkyWest is excessively long, and the conditions are unreasonable. Based on surveys, our Flight Attendants want a shorter probation with less stress and uncertainty.
TeNisha Olipant loved her job. In August of 2022, she began Inflight New Hire Training at SkyWest because “it was one of the best companies.” TeNisha was looking forward to getting off probation, but it never happened.
We did a deep dive into the contracts and probationary policies of nine regional airlines: Envoy, Horizon, Piedmont, Endeavor, PSA, Mesa, Air Wisconsin, GoJet, and SkyWest. Flight attendants at all these airlines except SkyWest are represented by the Association of Flight Attendants (AFA).
The Association of Flight Attendants-CWA, AFL-CIO (AFA) today filed a federal lawsuit against SkyWest Airlines for violations of the Railway Labor Act including illegal termination of union activists and unlawfully standing up a company union.
In Episode 20 of It’s Time Live, long-time SkyWest Flight Attendants discuss what they want to see in the first contract negotiated under a SkyWest AFA union. They touch on critical topics like pay scale reform, improved benefits, stronger retirement options, and meaningful quality-of-life changes. Tune in to hear how a legally binding contract can secure a better future for everyone by addressing these key issues and ensuring Flight Attendants finally have a real voice at the bargaining table.
Romero made history as the first Black SIA President, striving to improve the lives of SkyWest Flight Attendants. Unfortunately, his tenure was plagued by racism, and an alarming lack of support from management. Despite his best efforts to advocate for flight attendants, he was forced out by the SIA Board in coordination with management.
Welcome to Episode 18 of "It’s Time Live," where we delve into everything new SkyWest Flight Attendants need to know about joining the airline and how union representation can enhance their careers. This episode provides valuable insights for new hires, those in training, or anyone considering a career with SkyWest Airlines.
Your hosts address misinformation about unionization spread by SkyWest management.
They debunk myths and clarify the benefits of forming a SkyWest AFA Union. They also share info about the Authorization Card process and the importance of sending them in to ensure a vote for union representation.
Tune in with SkyWest Flight Attendants from around the system for an informative chat with Sara Nelson, Int’l President of the Association of Flight Attendants-CWA, and AFA Attorney John Morse.
In this episode, we discuss the recent ten days of action for the SkyWest AFA Flight Attendant Union campaign. We recapped the events at our different bases across the US and highlighted the importance of growing the campaign and getting more Flight Attendants involved.
Romero made history as the first Black SIA President, striving to improve the lives of SkyWest Flight Attendants. Unfortunately, his tenure was plagued by racism, and an alarming lack of support from management. Despite his best efforts to advocate for flight attendants, he was forced out by the SIA Board in coordination with management.