Flying a hero: When “Gramps” needed one final ride, his family reached out to this Alaska Airlines pilot
On Saturday, Alaska’s Fallen Soldier Cart team held a special ceremony for the final flight of Naval Chief Petty Officer Richard Clyde Higgins. His remains were flown on our Honoring Those Who Serve aircraft from Portland to his final resting place in Southern California, where he will be buried beside his wife. His family, our guests and employees witnessed the emotional and honorable journey for the fallen hero. Higgins, one of the last Pearl Harbor survivors, was 102.
Alaska Airlines names new regional vice president of California
SEATTLE, Jan. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Alaska Airlines named Neil Thwaites as the new regional vice president of California. In this role, Thwaites will develop and deliver upon Alaska’s strategic objectives for California, a market critical to Alaska’s long-term growth plan. An innovative, results-driven leader with diverse and international experience, Thwaites joins Alaska from TripArc, where…
Alaska Airlines launches first-ever flight subscription service in the US – say yes to more adventures with Flight Pass
SEATTLE, Feb. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — As the only major airline headquartered on the West Coast, Alaska Airlines is blazing a new path for travel with the debut of Flight Pass, an innovative, subscription-based travel offering that takes value and flexibility to the next level. Available starting today, Flight Pass members can fly up to…
Alaska Airlines and our oneworld partners celebrate arriving in style at our home airport
SEATTLE, March 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Marking a new era at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, Alaska Airlines joined with the Port of Seattle today to celebrate the completion of the new International Arrivals Facility (IAF) – a state-of-the-art, world-class facility for passengers arriving from around the globe on international flights into Seattle. The IAF will accommodate…
From CSA to VP: Celley Buchanan elected vice president of airport operations and customer service at Alaska Airlines
Alaska Airlines’ board of directors has elected Celley Buchanan vice president of airport operations and customer service. In this role she is responsible for all aspects of the airline’s airport operations across its broad network, excluding Seattle. Buchanan is a 23-year veteran of Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air. She started her career as a customer…
San Diego State University Athletics unveils Alaska Airlines as new partner to enhance fan experience; includes Snapdragon Stadium gate entitlement
Alaska’s Aviation Day lands in San Francisco for the first time
This year, which marked our 15th year of hosting Aviation Day, nearly 3,000 teens attended events in Seattle, Portland and San Francisco—for the very first time. Jaxon Dingel, who is deaf, was part of a group of students from the California School for the Deaf who had never considered a career in aviation until meeting some of our employees and realizing there is a place for him in the industry.
Alaska Airlines adds new coast-to-coast routes this winter linking sunny destinations
Summer is here but it’s never too early to start thinking about escaping to warm, sun-filled days this winter. Alaska Airlines is ready to help make those travel plans with the addition of three new routes just in time for the holidays: Portland-Miami begins service on Nov. 17, and Palm Springs-New York JFK and San Luis Obispo-Las Vegas flights start on Dec. 14.
Alaska Airlines employees have special bond with Opal Lee, the “Grandmother of Juneteenth”
Family members working together at Alaska is more common than you’d think. What’s rare is being related to someone who helped make Juneteenth a federal holiday. Read about how a civil rights legend inspires two of our employees every day.
Timesaver! Alaska Airlines and CLEAR team up to make travel easier and more secure
Mileage Plan members can now enroll for a CLEAR Plus membership at a reduced rate and receive bonus miles.
Alaska Airlines reopens renovated D Concourse Lounge in Seattle as part of an overall $30 million investment in upgrading our Lounges
We welcome back members and guests to our popular D Concourse Lounge on June 21 with 50% more seating and improved amenities; other major projects on the horizon.
Alaska Airlines completes 5G modifications ahead of FAA deadline
We’re proud to share that we have completed the modifications to upgrade radio altimeters on all active Alaska and Horizon aircraft in June, ahead of the FAA’s July 1 deadline. It’s an important safety milestone for us and critical to the reliability of our summer operations.
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