Negotiating Committee Update

The Union and the Company have scheduled a series of meetings to discuss the FAR 10-hour rest requirement within the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 and its impact on Southwest Airlines Flight Attendants.

On November 16, the TWU Local 556 Negotiating Committee will present a counter-proposal to the Company. The details of implementing this requirement will follow the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) Notice of Proposed Rulemaking issued on October 20, 2021.

The Union and Company have agreed to meet November 30 through December 3 for discussion and bargaining on this topic. It is the Union’s expectation that the parties should be able to reach an agreement following these scheduled dates on terms surrounding implementation of the FAA’s 10-hour rest requirements.

The Negotiating Committee will keep Members informed of changes to rest that will impact the quality of life for Flight Attendants.

The views contained herein do not necessarily represent those of TWU Local 556 or TWU International. The purpose of this email communication is intended only to educate and inform TWU Local 556 Members. It is not intended to officially establish or clarify past practice, Contract language, or grievance/arbitration positions. It is therefore not to be utilized or relied upon by any person or party as evidence of the Union’s position on any past practices, Contract language, grievances/arbitrations, or any other disputes or issues between TWU Local 556 and Southwest Airlines.