#iFlyAlaska: See the top photos from our flyers in 2017
People, places, planes! In 2017, we saw more than 58,000 mentions of #iFlyAlaska across social media. Our guests shared stories of employees going above and beyond for them, stunning landscapes from Alaska to Costa Rica, and many shots from the wing. We’re closing out the year with some of our favorites. Join the conversation in…
Video: Kevin Durant and Alaska Airlines deliver some holiday cheer in the Bay Area
Feel-good Friday: After guest lost her purse, Alaska ‘restored my faith in humanity’
Lauren Whiteside of Anchorage, Alaska was recently flying on Alaska Airlines on her way to Austin, Texas, when she experienced utter panic. She’d lost her purse with all her valuables inside. The saga started when she arrived in Seattle after taking a red-eye from Anchorage and had only 25 minutes to get on a flight…
Alaska Airlines ready to tackle wintry conditions at Sea-Tac and Portland
When winter weather is forecast, preparation is essential for Alaska Airlines, Horizon Air and Virgin America– especially when it comes to the potential for light snow and ice in Seattle and Portland, which are primary hubs. Whenever conditions get too cold and moisture is present, there’s a chance frost or snow can accumulate on aircraft…
Feel-good Friday: Reuniting a girl with her stuffed dog takes a village of caring employees
In a child’s world, losing a toy is upsetting. But for a 4-year-old girl named Rougen from Coos Bay, Oregon, the polka-dotted, stuffed dog named Bubba left behind on her flight was more than just a toy. It was a memory of her brother.
Alaska is the most fuel-efficient airline for 7th year, also lands on Dow Jones Sustainability Index
Alaska Airlines ranks No. 1 in fuel efficiency for U.S. airlines for the 7th consecutive year. Alaska led all 13 major U.S. carriers as the most fuel-efficient airline operating in the United States in 2015 and 2016, according to a report released today by the International Council on Clean Transportation, an independent, nonprofit research organization…
Weekend trip: Los Angeles to Liberia, Costa Rica
By Jess Dale (instagram.com/jess.wandering) and Quin Schrock (instagram.com/everchanginghorizon) When I was 6 years old I was obsessed with bugs. I picked up this interest from my friend’s dad. He was an entomologist, and would travel all over the world collecting insects. After one trip in particular he came back with tales of lush forests, neon blue waterfalls, white…
Local Wanderer: Raleigh, North Carolina
By Chana Lynn, RaleighWhatsUp Raleigh is an incredible city to live, work and play – and also to visit! Raleigh is a creative and closely connected city. Like many other cities, Raleigh and the surrounding Triangle area are currently experiencing a lot of growth these last few years, and it’s exciting to be a part of…
Alaska Airlines to put limits on ‘smart bags’ starting Jan. 15
Alaska Airlines will put limits on “smart bags” starting early next year. As of Jan. 15, any bag powered with a lithium battery or lithium battery power bank will need to follow these requirements: Smart bags will be allowed as carry-on baggage, if they meet carry-on size limits and if it’s possible to remove the battery…
A note to our guests about sexual misconduct
By Andrea “Andy” Schneider Alaska Airlines vice president of People I am writing today to address a recent situation involving an alleged sexual harassment incident on board one of our aircraft. This report is very disturbing. We take it extremely seriously and have launched a thorough investigation. The safety and well-being of our guests and…
Weekend trip: Albuquerque
By Katie Dillon, La Jolla Mom If Albuquerque isn’t on your sightseeing to-do list, it should be. The largest city in New Mexico is a neat fusion of multiple cultures and influences from Native American pueblos to Route 66 to computers and rocketry. As a result of this and its location, Albuquerque is home to a very…
Alaska Airlines partners with WSU to add flights between Seattle and Pullman during key dates
Alaska Airlines is excited to announce additional flights between Pullman-Moscow Regional Airport and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport for those times when Cougars want them most. In partnership with Washington State University, Alaska is adding flights during the school’s start to the spring semester in early January, and during dates around WSU’s spring break in March.
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