United Airlines Flight Attendants Approve new Contract With 31% Pay Raise and $741M Retro Pay

United Airlines Flight Attendants voted to ratify the 2026 Tentative Agreement, with 88.85% of eligible members participating and 82% voting YES for Ratification.

This marks a powerful demonstration of our collective strength, steadfast Solidarity, and determination to secure a better future for our careers.

Together, we have achieved a Contract that sets a new standard for our profession. This agreement delivers well-overdue Base Pay raises, with an average increase of 31%, plus added value in the form of Boarding Pay, Sit Pay, and a $741 million payout in Retro Pay.

This Contract brings meaningful change to United Flight Attendants. It not only addresses the economic gains we have earned, but it also introduces priorities that address quality of life improvements.

Our collective efforts made these achievements possible. But our fight is far from over. This Contract has set a strong foundation and precedent to shape our future. A launching point to build upon, improve from, and organize as we prepare for the next round of bargaining. We are a Union built on power, a power rooted in Unity, perseverance, and the unwavering belief in our collective strength.

We will continue to stand together, fight for our rights, and shape the future of our profession today, tomorrow, and for the generations of Flight Attendants yet to come.

In Solidarity,

Ken Diaz, MEC President

Source: www.unitedafa.org/news/tentative-agreement-ratified

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