Alaska offers support for those impacted by Las Vegas shooting
Alaska Airlines and Virgin America have implemented a flexible travel policy to allow guests with tickets to or from Las Vegas to change their tickets or request a full refund. The latest on Alaska’s travel policy can be found here. “Like many with friends and family visiting or living in Las Vegas, Alaska Airlines is reaching…
Alaska supports hurricane recovery efforts in Puerto Rico
Alaska Airlines has partnered with United for Puerto Rico, donating $25,000 to help provide aid to hurricane victims. United for Puerto Rico is an initiative brought forth by the First lady of Puerto Rico, Beatriz Rosselló, in collaboration with corporate partners and private citizens, to provide aid and support to those in Puerto Rico affected…
Alaska supports wildfire relief efforts in Northern California
Alaska Airlines has partnered with the Salvation Army, donating $50,000 to assist Northern California wildfire victims. Since Sunday, wildfires burning in Northern California have devastated the area, destroying thousands of homes and businesses. The Salvation Army has set up on-the-ground emergency disaster recovery centers throughout affected areas to provide shelter and meal services. “Our hearts…
With $100,000 donation, Alaska Airlines supports 10 Hawaii nonprofits
To celebrate 10 years of flying to the Islands, Alaska Airlines has given $100,000 to 10 nonprofits in Hawaii – $10,000 each. “Hawaii has a special relationship with Alaska Airlines. During the Great Recession, the airline provided a U.S. West Coast connection and a much-needed boost to our economy,” said Hawaii Gov. David Ige. “Ten…
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.
Video: Kevin Durant and Alaska Airlines deliver some holiday cheer in the Bay Area
#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…
Fear of Flying Clinic helps nervous flyers overcome anxiety to get off the ground
Music executive Oscar Flores was so nervous about flying that he hadn’t been on an airplane in 22 years. Thanks to the Fear of Flying Clinic and some caring Alaska Airlines volunteers, Flores gained the courage to fly from Portland to Kansas City to surprise his mother for her birthday. “I survived!” Flores said after his…
Outside of work, pilot shares the gift of flight to lift others
Scratch the surface of almost any pilot and you’ll find a kid who dreamed of flying. When Alaska Airlines First Officer Erin Recke was little, she wanted to fly jet fighters. But it wasn’t until one significant day in her mid-20s when her dream really took off. “I took a flying lesson just for fun,” she recalled.…
Alaska Airlines donates $1.5 million to remodel Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum
If you’ve been to the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum in Washington, D.C., you know how spectacular it is – a place filled with history and exhibits that inspire, educate and entertain. That’s why Alaska Airlines is donating $1.5 million in support of the “America by Air” gallery, part of the overall remodeling of…
Our heart in San Francisco: Alaska Airlines unveils artwork in T2 at SFO
Keep an eye out for our big heart the next time you fly through Terminal 2 at San Francisco International Airport. The sculpture was unveiled on Valentine’s Day and signifies Alaska Airlines’ ongoing commitment to delivering kind-hearted service to the Bay Area community.
‘I probably built this airplane.’ Boeing employees share their love for Seattle’s own Alaska Airlines
Boeing employees in the Seattle area recently shared their thoughts about flying the hometown airline. What’s your Alaska Airlines story?
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