Experiencing the eclipse at 35,000 feet: How two Alaska Airlines dispatchers made it happen
Guests aboard Alaska Airlines Flight #322 from San Diego to Dulles were treated to front-row seats for Monday’s total eclipse. Guests donned eclipse glasses and peered through their windows to witness this rare celestial event, which won’t happen again in the United States until 2024.
Alaska Airlines empowers students in the Pacific Northwest: Flying dozens to college tours
In partnership with local organizations, we flew more than 60 BIPOC high school juniors from Seattle and Portland to tour historically Black colleges and universities across the U.S..
Travel Math: How your spending habits actually earn you travel perks
First, there was the TikTok™ trend, ‘girl math.’ Then, we saw ‘boy math’ take off. Even dogs got in on the equation! Now, we give you: travel math.
Cultivating community and giving back: Alaska Airlines’ commitment to care for Hawaiʻi
At Alaska, community means the world us. This week, over 20 team members and families volunteered to care for taro patches at Ka Papa Loʻi ʻO Punaluʻu, embodying the spirit of mālama ʻāina. Discover how you can make a difference in Hawai’i.
Chart your flight path: Insider tips from aspiring and legendary pilots at Alaska Airlines
This World Pilots’ Day, meet aspiring Alaska pilot Mohammed Hakeem, and learn what inspired him to get his wings at Ascend Pilot Academy. Plus, get insider tips from remarkable pilots at Alaska Air Group.
Parting gifts from Guatemala: Alaska employees go above & beyond to delight guests
Employees at Guatemala’s airport truly live our values of “being remarkable” and embrace the welcoming spirit of their homeland, ensuring that every guest on board feels not only valued, but truly special. Handwritten notes, penned with care and warmth, are tokens of our gratitude and bridge connections between our incredible employees and guests.
Countdown begins for travelers to obtain REAL ID for domestic flights
Starting May 7, 2025, every air traveler 18 years of age and older will need a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license, state-issued enhanced driver’s license, or another acceptable form to fly within the United States.
Honoring those who serve: Alaska Airlines salutes members of the U.S. military & their families
At Alaska, we are so very grateful for the service of active duty military and veterans and appreciate the personal sacrifices they and their families make for us all. We take seriously our responsibility to care for our military guests, and we prioritize it with every flight.
You gotta pay the rent. Why not reward yourself? Use your Alaska Airlines Visa Signature® credit card to now earn triple Mileage Plan miles with Bilt Rewards
Bilt Rewards members can now transfer points to Mileage Plan miles. Plus, earn 3x miles when you pay rent via Bilt with your Alaska Airlines Visa Signature® card.
We’re making our Anchorage Lounge bigger and better
This month we began work to expand and renovate our Lounge at Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport. When it’s finished this summer, we’ll offer more than double the amount of seating—from 65 seats right now to 135 spots for our members and guests to take a load off and enjoy epic views of the tarmac and beyond.
Alaska Airlines Hawaiʻi Community Advisory Board convenes first meetings
Alaska Airlines’ Hawaiʻi Community Advisory Board convened its first two meetings to provide important feedback and recommendations on Alaska’s operations in Hawaiʻi and the potential combination with Hawaiian Airlines. In March and May, the HICAB, which is made up of 16 diverse leaders from across the state, met on Oʻahu and Maui. Board members shared…
Celebrating Aviation Maintenance Technician Day: Honoring the unsung heroes of Alaska Airlines
On Aviation Maintenance Technician Day and every other day, we are proud to celebrate a group of dedicated professionals whose expertise and commitment ensure the safety, reliability and excellence of our fleet keeps us soaring high.