Month August 2019

New TSA KCM Requirements

New KCM Requirements But No Uniform Required August 30, 2019 This past week we worked with airlines and pilots to encourage TSA to halt a previously announced uniform requirement while we discussed possible other mitigations to maintain and enhance the…

*Important* KCM Update

August 26, 2019 Important KCM Update Since the announcement on Saturday that Known Crewmember (KCM) procedures would change AFA has been interfacing with TSA, industry, and the Air Line Pilots Association (ALPA). We are pleased to report to you the…

TSA Issues Notice of KCM Change

August 24, 2019 TSA Issues Notice of KCM Change Earlier today, TSA posted an Alert to the KCM website, changing procedures for the program. (Full notice text included below) Unpredictable Screening Procedures will change August 27 and the requirement for…

Thank You.

Hey All, We would like to thank you for your participation in Safety Days last Thursday and Friday. Lori and Bryan visited the PDX/SEA ramps and crew rooms to discuss your safety concerns. We appreciate those of you who took…

Stop Toxic Fumes!

TAKE ACTION: Stop Toxic Fumes! August 13, 2019 The Cabin Air Safety Act of 2019 aims to protect airline passengers and crew from the harmful effects of toxic cabin air. “Our workspace is the public’s travel space and in that…