American Airlines offers flight attendants a 17% pay raise and new profit-sharing formula amid ongoing contract negotiations, with potential strike authorization.

American Airlines offers flight attendants an immediate 17% pay raise and new profit-sharing formula amid ongoing contract negotiations. The Association of Professional Flight Attendants (APFA) has advised members to prepare for a strike, though any walkout requires authorization by the National Mediation Board. Contract negotiations are set to resume on June 10.