United Airlines Reaches Tentative Agreement with Flight Attendants

United Airlines and Flight Attendants Union Reach Tentative Agreement

CHICAGO (May 23, 2025) - A tentative agreement has been reached between United Airlines and the Association of Flight Attendants-CWA (AFA), representing 28,000 flight attendants. This agreement marks a significant milestone for the parties involved.

The agreement offers several benefits, including:

• Compensation that leads the industry
• Enhancements in hotel accommodations, scheduling, and reserve procedures
• A 40% increase in total economic benefits within the first year for flight attendants
• Exceptional retroactive pay

On May 29th and 30th, the elected leaders representing the flight attendants will convene to thoroughly evaluate the agreement's specifics. Following their review, a decision will be made on whether to put the agreement forward for member ratification. Detailed information about the agreement will remain confidential until after this leadership review.

The AFA has expressed gratitude towards NMB mediator Michael Kelliher for his role in facilitating the agreement.

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The Association of Flight Attendants is solely dedicated to advancing the interests of flight attendants. With a history spanning over 79 years, AFA has been instrumental in improving wages, benefits, and working conditions for its members. The union represents more than 55,000 flight attendants and is part of the larger Communications Workers of America (CWA), AFL-CIO. Additional information can be found at www.afacwa.org.