The Alaska-Hawaiian Airlines merger has brought opportunities and challenges. AMFA is committed to advocating for all mechanics, ensuring fair representation and wage parity. Check our Wage Gap Impact Page for details on how IAM's delays are costing Hawaiian mechanics thousands annually.
Pertinent National Mediation Board (NMB) Updates
- February 17, 2026 NMB Election Reminder: Ballots Due February 24 – Tally at 10:00 AM EST - Click To View
Original ballots were due at the NMB on February 12, 2026. The voting period closes on February 24, 2026, and all replacement ballots must be received by the NMB no later than 10:00 AM EST that day. Ballot counting will begin at 10:00 AM EST on February 24, with AMFA representation present. Results are expected the same day, followed by membership updates.
- February 5, 2026 Update: NMB Tally Moved to February 24, 2026 - Click To View
Due to a government shutdown (Feb 2–3, 2026) and severe winter weather delaying NMB operations in Washington, D.C., the ballot tally originally set for February 12, 2026, has been rescheduled to February 24, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST.
- January 8, 2026: MISSING/REPLACEMENT BALLOT INFORMATION - Click To View
The NMB-Union Representation Election deadline for a replacement ballot is less than 1 month away. The NMB will not accept ANY requests for new ballots after February 5, 2026. AMFA recommends that members send new ballot requests, no later than January 29, 2026.
- December 16, 2025: NMB Union Representation Starts Today! - Click To View
Today is the opening period for the most important vote of your career. We encourage everyone to fill out their ballot IMMEDIATELY upon receipt.
- September 22, 2025: IAM Requests NMB Extension - Click To View
IAM files for an extension, further delaying representation elections and wage parity talks, stalling progress for mechanics.
- August 14, 2025: Carriers Submit Eligibility Lists to NMB - Click To View
Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines submit requested lists of represented mechanics to the NMB, initiating the showing-of-interest period for authorization cards.
- July 30, 2025: NMB Confirms Single Carrier Status - Click To View
NMB declares Alaska and Hawaiian a single transportation system, setting the stage for representation elections.
- May 12, 2025: AMFA Files for Single Carrier Status - Click To View
AMFA initiates the process to represent the merged mechanics craft, pushing for fair negotiations.
Page Last Updated: Feb 20, 2026 (09:25:59)
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