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Ep 20: What Matters Most to Senior SkyWest Flight Attendants
Episode 20
Monday, 30 September, 2024

In Episode 20 of the *It’s Time Live* podcast, experienced SkyWest Flight Attendants share their vision for what should be prioritized in the first legally binding contract negotiated under a SkyWest AFA union. They discuss the need for a restructured pay scale that rewards Flight Attendants more quickly and consistently, along with regular cost-of-living adjustments to ensure wages keep up with inflation. Addressing these changes would create more stability and fairness in compensation, making it possible for Flight Attendants to achieve their financial goals. The conversation also explores the importance of improving benefits and retirement options, such as expanding healthcare coverage and securing retirement travel privileges on all flying partners. With many Flight Attendants planning for their long-term financial security, a stronger 401(k) matching program is seen as essential. Additionally, quality-of-life improvements are highlighted, including the need for better protections against schedule changes and compensation for long sits between flights that currently go unpaid. Finally, the Flight Attendants call for an increase in uniform upkeep allowances to ensure that maintaining a professional appearance doesn’t become a personal financial burden. Overall, they emphasize the need for a union contract that addresses these key areas and provides the legal protections needed to guarantee that these concerns are prioritized. Listen to the full episode of *It’s Time Live* to hear more about their vision for the first SkyWest AFA union contract and think about what you want to see in our first contract!