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The March 2, 2013, Voluntary Furlough bidding will close in just a few days on Monday, December 17, 2012 at 0800 Central Time.  

Voluntary Furlough awards will be posted no later than 1700 Central Time on December 17, 2012.  As of yesterday, December 13, 1,059 Flight Attendants have submitted their bid to take advantage of this negotiated provision of our Contract.  Bidding for potential Partnership flying will close on December 20, 2012 at 0800 Central Time with awards to be posted by 1700 Central Time that same day, if domicile need and cost effectiveness of the Partnership Program, in the aggregate, warrants. 

The new 13-month Voluntary Furlough period will be effective on March 2, 2013 ending on March 31, 2014.  Additionally, there may be an option for a Partnership Program bid for a 3-month period for the March through May 2013 schedule months.  If you are considering either one of these opportunities, you can find more detailed information on our website or contact your Local Council Office.