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Groundbreaking pilots have their sights on closing the gender gap
Pilots Kat and Kisa agree the path to becoming a pilot is not always linear, and the aviation industry still has work to do to reach gender and racial equity. As a company, we celebrate their unwavering tenacity, achievements and paving the way for women alike in the industry every day, especially today, International Women’s Day.
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Seattle employee stays “grounded” through kindness and awareness
Black history isn’t just a month-long reflection and celebration, it’s pivotal year-round. We love highlighting and sharing the remarkable stories of our Black employees, like Travion Smith, a ground service agent & team captain for Horizon Air in Seattle.
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What does travel look like in 2021? Your checklist & must do’s before you fly
COVID-19 has been a wild ride for all of us this past year. If you plan to get out of the house and travel soon, we’ve got tips to make your next flight infinitely easier and carefree.
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MLK’s legacy inspires Alaska employee nearly 60 years later
Hilda Shepherd’s mother joined 250,000 people in front of the Lincoln Memorial to hear Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. deliver his ‘I Have A Dream’ speech. “It’s something that will be a legacy in my family,” she said. “For as long as I live, I’ll show up and keep spreading his message.”
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The best places to visit in the U.S. right now, all an easy nonstop flight away
Whether you’re looking to work from anywhere, or you just want to explore the USA—you’ve come to the right place. We’ve rounded up some of the best destinations that offer wide-open spaces where you can wanderlust and explore at a distance.
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Where to Travel Based on Your Zodiac Sign
IT’S A SIGN! Your next travel destination could be written in the stars! We joined forces with the Astro Twins and Create & Cultivate to help you figure out where you should go safely in 2021 based on your zodiac. Check it out now!
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10 tips for safe air travel during the holidays
If you plan to fly somewhere during the holidays we’ve got some tips for you, plus more than 100 ways to make your travel journey as safe and seamless as possible.
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Mandy praises flight attendants, says “they are my true heroes in this pandemic”
Employee Mandy aims to make the guest experience the best it can be while giving credit to our flight attendants for stepping up to the task at hand and willing to adjust to everything that keeps coming their way as we navigate COVID-19.
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8 places to fly this fall to enjoy (safe) seasonal favorites
Fall is arriving! We asked some of our guests and employees their fall favorites and what to do during the pandemic.
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From one anxious flyer to another: Here’s how to travel during a pandemic
Leaving your house, let alone stepping foot onto an airplane right now might seem like a challenging task—but if someone as high-risk as myself can do it and come back healthy, we all can. Here’s my experience & tips.
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Horizon Lead Technician Paul Skahill keeps planes flying on schedule
Paul is always eager to get the job done—safely, and as quickly as possible—which keeps our planes flying on-time and in great shape.
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Employees dance & share what Asian Pacific American Heritage Month means to them
The month of May marks Asian Pacific American Heritage month. As it comes to a close, we asked Alaska Airlines employees what this month means to them.