A message from Alaska Airlines CEO Ben Minicucci: Getting back on track CEO Ben Minicucci apologizes for recent operational impacts and shares how we’re getting back to being the airline you know and trust. To hear why this happened and the actions we’re taking to make it right, please watch this two-minute video message. May 13, 2022 • 3 min read International arriving gets a world-class upgrade at Alaska’s hometown airport in Seattle Behold Seattle’s new, state-of-the-art International Arrivals Facility — a faster, modernized, more efficient way to arrive back into the Pacific Northwest from around the world. May 12, 2022 • 3 min read Want to fly? How to become a pilot with Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air The need for the next generation of pilots is greater than ever. Alaska and Horizon expect to hire more than 900 pilots by the end of 2022, including Austen Pyle who was inspired to become a pilot after Alaska’s Aviation Day in 2015. Ready to join our award-winning crew? Explore our career pathways. May 9, 2022 • 8 min read Alaska’s new Star Wars-themed aircraft celebrates adventures to “Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge” at Disneyland Resort Alaska Airlines joined forces with Disneyland Resort today, May the Fourth, to unveil a new, one-of-its-kind Star Wars-themed aircraft that even Chewbacca would be proud of! May 4, 2022 • 3 min read One-year countdown begins for REAL ID enforcement. Make sure your ID is ready to fly by May 3, 2023! Starting May 3, 2023, every air traveler 18 years of age and older will need a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license, state-issued enhanced driver’s license, or another acceptable form to fly within the United States. May 3, 2022 • 5 min read Show your Star Wars spirit on Alaska Airlines and board early this ‘May the Fourth’ May you have Star Wars gear to wear on May 4 when you fly Alaska because any guests repping a Galaxy Far, Far Away that day will get early boarding! May 2, 2022 • 2 min read Read more People Our people and loyal guests are the reason our airline flies high above the rest. We are committed to creating a culture of belonging, where all our employees and guests feel safe, respected, valued and empowered. Alaska named one of the friendliest airlines in the skies and a best place to work Alaska pilots are inspiring the next generation of flying in Compton Learn more Places Together, Alaska and our regional partners serve more than 120 destinations across the United States, Belize, Canada, Costa Rica and Mexico. With oneworld, our guests can also earn and redeem miles on more than 20 airlines to more than 1,000 destinations around the world. How travel brought me & my family closer to Black History Popular Alaska Lounges are getting a refreshing new look & more elbow room Learn more Planet Keeping our planet healthy through sustainable practices and caring about climate change has led us to set bolder carbon goals, seek to change the market for sustainable fuels and lead the industry in waste reduction and recycling. Earth Month: 5 ways you can join Alaska Airlines in caring for the planet Boxed Water and paper cups are in, 1.8M pounds of plastics are out: Alaska’s inflight service just got better for the planet Learn more News Aircraft technicians at Horizon Air ratify new two-year contract May 13, 2022 • 2 min read Letter from CEO: Returning to operational excellence; our commitment to you and our guests May 12, 2022 • 4 min read Alaska Airlines names new vice president of finance and controller April 21, 2022 • 2 min read Read more What to know before you go. Hawaii travel requirements have eased. Book now. Testing may be required for international travel. See testing options. Maintaining the highest standard of safety. Learn about Next-Level Care. In the news Honor Flight Network to serve Hawaii veterans Hawaii News Now | May 6, 2022 Alaska Airlines launches official Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge plane Fast Company | May 4, 2022 That chill music when you board a flight? There’s a reason for it. Washington Post | April 27, 2022 We had the highest sales in March as flight demand skyrocketed, says Alaska Airlines CEO CNBC | April 22, 2022 Alaska Airlines: Masks now optional on flights Associated Press | April 19, 2022 Alaska Airlines Introduces Flat Rate for In-flight Wi-Fi Travel + Leisure | April 12, 2022 Alaska Airlines Creates Gender-Neutral Uniform Guidelines for Employees Business Insider | March 29, 2022 We Use Waze For Driving, And Now U.S. Airlines Have The Same Option Forbes | March 29, 2022 How Alaska Air plans to go bigger: new jets, frequent flyer rewards and more The Seattle Times | March 25, 2022 Alaska Airlines CFO talks travel recovery, mask mandates, and higher airfares Yahoo! Finance | March 25, 2022 On social Tweets by AlaskaAir Keep up with Alaska Stay connected Subscribe to get Alaska news alerts delivered to your inbox. Email Address Media hub All the latest news and media resources in one place. Media resources Book now. Let’s go. 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