Video: How this community college is preparing students for careers in aviation (PBS)
According to Boeing, 800,000 new pilots will be needed worldwide over the next 20 years. In Bend, Oregon, a community college is preparing students to resolve this critical need — and cultivate their own career success. Special correspondent Cat Wise reports.
Meet our “picture perfect” Customer Service Legend, Darwin Johnson
For several years, Darwin Johnson was known around Alaska Airlines as “the man on the First Class signs.” During that time, the smiling face of this affable Customer Service Agent, who has trained thousands of other agents over a 35-year career at the airline, was literally the picture of an Alaska CSA.
Watch how Alaska employees surprised kids at Mary’s Place, part of our Week of LIFT
A roar of excitement filled the inside of Mary’s Place in Seattle on Friday afternoon while children and teens were surprised with a brand-new playroom and study space filled with games, bean bag chairs and a fresh coat of paint. Watch the big reveal.
Opinion: Corporate responsibility isn’t all corporate — it’s about people and community (Puget Sound Business Journal)
Diana Birkett Rakow writes corporate responsibility measures are directly connected to economic growth. “It’s about people and our responsibility to each other, those inside our companies and those around us.”
Meet Flight Attendant Marcie Peterson: “An oasis of calm” and Customer Service Legend
Flight attendants are “an oasis of calm” for guests, says Peterson, who has been with Alaska Airlines for nearly 30 years and named a “Customer Service Legend” at Alaska Airlines this year.
How Alaska’s internships show students they can be whoever they want to be
Every summer, Alaska Airlines welcomes interns into teams throughout the company. The application window for 2020 internships opens Friday, Oct. 11.
Pioneering Alaska flight crew to aspiring pilots: Let your passion soar
Alaska Airlines’ first all-women, African American crew share their experiences in their aviation careers – and tell young women who aspire to be pilots that they see exciting changes on the horizon.
How many characters can you spot on our newest Pixar-themed plane?
Starting today, guests can enjoy flying on our Pixar-themed Boeing 737-800 aircraft well into the next decade and beyond. Its playful design includes some familiar faces and magical places spanning both sides of the plane. Can you spot the pieces of Pixar?
Condé Nast Traveler names Alaska “Best U.S. Airline”
It’s a huge honor to be recognized as “Best U.S. Airline” at any time––but two years in a row? We’re thankful to flyers for choosing Alaska, over and over again. See why readers ranked us their favorite U.S. airline.
Book your entire trip using Alaska miles
Alaska Mileage Plan members can keep earning miles on the go with great deals on hotels, car rentals and even pet care, making Alaska your one-stop shop for booking travel. Find out how you can book your entire trip using Alaska miles.
Advocates for accessibility: The Alaska employees who make flying better for everyone
Legions of employees channel their experiences helping loved ones with disabilities – or navigating the workplace with their own – into events and education that improve the air travel experience for all.
Seattle’s Fremont Brewing: “The mission is to brew great beer and do good”
We are telling the stories behind some of the foods and drinks offered inflight, highlighting companies whose sustainable business practices help Alaska “fly greener” – and are West Coast destinations we love to visit. Seattle’s Fremont Brewing is the first in this ongoing series.