Merger Hub

Mergers are never easy! They bring a mix of excitement, nerves, doubt, anxiety, and hope. If you can name the feeling, a merger can create it! That's why this page was created—to be your go-to resource for everything related to the merger. Here, you'll find all communications between your AFA-CWA leadership and the company, along with every newsletter sent to Spirit Airlines Flight Attendants.

As our AFA-CWA International President, Sara Nelson, stated: "We are in this together. It’s management that tries to cut costs at your expense in any merger, and we will stand united as Flight Attendants to ensure this merger benefits us just as it does the shareholders."

Latest Update: Merger BLOCKED, business as usual.

FAQs - If The Merger Moves Forward

Spirit is being “bought” by jetBlue, what does that mean for AFA representation?

We are your union and we’re not going anywhere. No matter what airline management is calling this deal it will be treated as a merger. AFA represents Spirit Flight Attendants and we will always fight for Spirit Flight Attendants and all Flight Attendants.

When would the operations of the two carriers be merged?

It will be a while, maybe years. This is a journey of a thousand steps, many beyond our control, and the companies’ control. Throughout it all, your AFA leadership will be representing your best interests and negotiating for the best outcome for Flight Attendants.

What is the Timeline for a Corporate Merger?

The Department of Justice (DOJ) must approve the merger and determine that it does not violate any antitrust laws or regulations. Only after the DOJ gives its approval to the transaction, can the actual conclusion of the financial transaction (corporate merger) happen. There is no set timeline for the DOJ review and approval.