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Hawaiian Airlines adjusts network to boost capacity in high-demand international, domestic Hawai‘i markets by suspending three underperforming routes

HONOLULU – Hawaiian Airlines will adjust its transpacific network beginning in November by increasing capacity on international and domestic markets with strong travel demand to and from Hawai‘i while suspending three underperforming routes. The airline announced it will suspend service between Honolulu and Incheon, South Korea (5x weekly), Fukuoka, Japan (3x weekly), and Boston (4x weekly) and redeploy aircraft to boost flights between Honolulu and Sydney, Australia, Papeete, Tahiti, Los Angeles and Seattle, and support operations across its Hawai‘i network.

“It’s always a difficult decision to suspend a route, especially in cities like Seoul, which we have enjoyed serving for over 14 years. However, despite our team’s best efforts, soft post-pandemic travel demand from Asia combined with various market challenges have persisted in Seoul, as well as in Fukuoka and Boston, both of which we entered in 2019,” said Hawaiian Airlines CEO Joe Sprague. “We remain committed to continuing to provide robust Hawaiian Airlines service between Asia and Hawai‘i through our nonstop Japan flights, and via one-stop connections to and from Incheon and beyond with our global partner airlines. These adjustments will ensure we are meeting strong demand for travel to Hawaiʻi – both internationally and domestically – while providing all our guests access to more destinations.”

As part of the network changes, Hawaiian is reinvesting capacity into other flying to and from Hawai‘i by: 

  • Increasing Honolulu-Sydney service with daily flights – up from five weekly flights – from Dec. 18 through Jan. 31. 
  • Offering two weekly Honolulu-Papeete flights – up from one weekly flight — starting in March.  
  • Launching a fifth daily flight between Honolulu and Los Angeles in peak seasons, starting Nov. 21 to Dec. 1, and Dec. 19 to Jan. 6.  
  • Adding a fourth Honolulu-Seattle daily flight from late November to mid-April.


Hawaiian Airlines guests can continue to fly between Hawai‘i and Incheon or Fukuoka via one-stop itineraries through Hawaiian’s other Japan destinations, including twice-daily Honolulu-Haneda and daily Osaka services, and partner carriers, including oneworld alliance members. Hawaiian Airlines will also launch nonstop flights five times a week between Seattle and Incheon on Sept. 12. Between Honolulu and Boston, guests can connect daily on Alaska Airlines’ flights via Seattle, Portland, San Francisco and San Diego.

Hawaiian will operate its last flights from Fukuoka and Boston to Honolulu on Nov. 19, and from Incheon to Honolulu on Nov. 21. Impacted guests will be offered options to be reaccommodated on other flights or receive a refund.

Since combining last September, Hawaiian Airlines and Alaska Airlines today offer over 200 daily flights in Hawai‘i – the most of any carrier – providing nonstop access between the islands and 22 domestic and international destinations and connections to 131 cities in North and Central America through Alaska’s network. Hawaiian operates some 140 daily flights between the islands, and approximately 31 weekly nonstop flights between Honolulu and Tokyo and Osaka in Japan; Sydney, Australia; Tahiti, American Samoa, and the Cook Islands, in addition to offering seasonal service to Auckland, New Zealand. Starting next spring, the combined company will launch nonstop service between Seattle and Rome, London and Iceland – with one-stop connections to and from Hawai‘i. 

About Alaska Air Group

Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Horizon Air are subsidiaries of Alaska Air Group, with McGee Air Services a subsidiary of Alaska Airlines. With hubs in Seattle, Honolulu, Portland, Anchorage, Los Angeles, San Diego and San Francisco, we deliver remarkable care as we fly our guests to more than 140 destinations throughout North America, Latin America, Asia and the Pacific. Alaska is a member of the oneworld Alliance with Hawaiian scheduled to join in 2026. With oneworld and our additional global partners, guests can earn and redeem miles for travel to over 1,000 worldwide destinations. Guests can book travel at alaskaair.com and hawaiianairlines.com. Learn more about what’s happening at Alaska and Hawaiian. Alaska Air Group is traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) as “ALK.”

Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum Partners with Hawaiian Airlines, Alaska Airlines, West-MEC and the Si Robin Foundation to Launch A&P Certification Program for High School Students

Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum, in partnership with Hawaiian Airlines, Alaska Airlines, West-MEC and the Si Robin Foundation, is launching the Aviation Pathways: A&P Program — a free, two-year training initiative for Oʻahu high school juniors pursuing careers in aviation maintenance and mechanics.

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Alaska Airlines and Seattle Reign FC announce “First Match on Us” initiative, bringing complimentary tickets to first time attendees

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RAVE Foundation, the charitable arm of Reign FC, and Looking Out Foundation, the charitable organization founded by award-winning musical artist Brandi Carlile, invite fans to RISE TOGETHER for community on August 29 – in an effort to champion Reign FC’s commitment to advance equity in play and life by supporting the needs of Mary’s Place

Reign FC also launches “First Match On Us” initiative in partnership with Alaska Airlines, inviting first-time attendees to experience the match and witness the Club’s unwavering commitment to community.

Seattle Reign FC is proud to announce its Rise Together match at Lumen Field on Friday, August 29, bringing fans together for a night of soccer, music and meaningful community impact. In partnership with RAVE Foundation, the Reign’s charitable arm, whose mission is to use soccer as a vehicle to inspire youth and strengthen communities – and Looking Out Foundation, artist Brandi Carlile’s nonprofit grantmaking organization that seeks to amplify music’s impact for change. The match will spotlight a shared commitment to equity, justice and collective action.

“We are honored to have the opportunity to partner with RAVE Foundation and Seattle Reign FC to make music mean more,” said Gloria Goeres, Executive Director of Looking Out Foundation. “At Looking Out Foundation, we seek to amplify the impact of music and the arts to empower those who are often overlooked and underserved. We know the Reign FC fanbase is one of community and powerful togetherness and we are excited for this chance to leverage that for an incredible organization. Mary’s Place has spent over 25 years providing safety, dignity, and a sense of home to women, families and children in King County. We are grateful for their mission and this chance to support and expand their impact,” she added.

As an important element of the Rise Together match – Reign FC will introduce “First Match On Us,” a new initiative presented by Alaska Airlines that offers complimentary tickets to first-time attendees, making this night of purpose and connection accessible to first-time fans as well as loyal, long-time Reign supporters.

“Our ‘First Match On Us’ initiative lets us give back to our hometown in a way that really matters,” said Eric Edge, Vice President of Brand and Marketing at Alaska Airlines. “By making Seattle Reign’s Rise Together match more accessible, we can share the excitement of the NWSL with new fans while highlighting the meaningful work of local community partners.”

This marks meaningful collaboration between Reign FC, the club’s charitable arm RAVE Foundation and the Looking Out Foundation. United by a belief in uplifting marginalized voices and driving tangible change, the three organizations are joined by RAVE partners Seattle Storm and Symetra in investing in the creation of play spaces (a soccer mini pitch and a half basketball court) at the new Mary’s Place location with construction underway in Burien, Washington. In addition to these play spaces, the group will invest programs that use sports and art to support the overall wellness of the Mary’s Place community.

“I can’t imagine a better match for first time fans to attend,” said Ashley Fosberg, Reign FC Chief Impact and Fan Engagement Officer and RAVE Foundation Executive Director. “It’ll be an inspiring display of Reign FC’s commitment to our community – and everyone attending will have the chance to pitch in, support, or just learn more.”

As part of the matchday experience, fans will be invited to help pack supply bags for Mary’s Place guests, take part in donation drives and learn how to support local organizations through direct action. Looking Out Foundation will also activate its national volunteer coalition to amplify the event and deepen its impact.

To mark the occasion, the club is offering a special Rise Together experience, featuring donation activations, community storytelling and in-stadium opportunities to give back. First-time fans are encouraged to claim their complimentary ticket through First Match On Us, courtesy of Alaska Airlines.

To learn more and register for Reign FC’s First Match On Us program, visit reignfc.com/first-match-on-us.

To purchase a match ticket with a $5 donation to the Rise Together commitment to Mary’s Place included, visit https://www.gofevo.com/event/Ravelof4.

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About Alaska Air Group

Alaska Air Group, Inc. is based in Seattle and comprised of subsidiaries Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Holdings, Inc., Horizon Air and McGee Air Services. With our recent acquisition of Hawaiian Airlines, we now serve more than 140 destinations throughout North America, Central America, Asia and across the Pacific. We are committed to safety, remarkable customer care, operational excellence, financial performance and sustainability. Alaska Airlines is a member of the oneworld Alliance. With oneworld and our additional global partners, our guests have more choices than ever to purchase, earn or redeem on alaskaair.com across 30 airlines and more than 1,000 worldwide destinations. Book travel throughout the Pacific on Hawaiian Airlines at hawaiianairlines.com. Learn more about Alaska Airlines at news.alaskaair.com and Hawaiian Airlines at newsroom.hawaiianairlines.com/blog. Alaska Air Group is traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) as “ALK.”

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Alaska Airlines announces new routes connecting California and the Pacific Northwest

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We’ll launch seven new city pairs starting in late October, including three in Burbank

New seasonal service from San Diego will take winter sports lovers to Idaho’s popular Sun Valley

With the addition of the Palm Springs service, we’ll add our eighth destination from Santa Rosa

Alaska Airlines is further expanding our network between California and the Pacific Northwest with seven new routes starting this October.

We’ve added three new flights from Hollywood Burbank Airport, located north of downtown Los Angeles, to destinations in Oregon and Washington state. As the holiday season gets underway, we’ll offer new wintertime service linking sunny San Diego and snowy Sun Valley. Boise lands a new flight to yet another Southern California airport. And we’ll begin flying a Palm Springs-Santa Rosa route that bridges the warm desert and the coolness of wine country.

Tickets are available for purchase now at alaskaair.com.

We’re the only global airline based on the West Coast, and we’re proud to offer the most flights and seats between California, Washington and Oregon. These new additions further expand our ability to take our guests between growing markets in California and the Pacific Northwest for leisure and business travel.”

– Kirsten Amrine

Vice President of Revenue Management and Network Planning at Alaska Airlines

Our new nonstop routes

Burbank-Eugene: Hollywood Burbank Airport will be our fifth nonstop destination from Eugene, Oregon.

Burbank-Pasco: Alaska will be the only carrier connecting Pasco and the Tri-Cities region in Washington state with two Los Angeles area airports: Burbank and LAX.

Burbank-Redmond: In Redmond, Oregon, we’re the number one carrier and look forward to continuing to provide the most unique destinations, with Burbank being our sixth.

Boise-Ontario: Another nonstop connecting the Idaho capital to Southern California. With this new service, we’ll serve the most destinations between Boise and the Los Angeles Basin airports (LAX, Burbank, Orange County and Ontario).

Palm Springs-Santa Rosa: A seasonal route that connects a pair of popular destinations within California. With the addition of the Palm Springs service, we’ll add our eighth destination from Santa Rosa. Alaska is the largest airline at both airports. And don’t forget about our Wine Flies Free program.

San Diego-Sun Valley: Sun Valley in the Sawtooth Mountains of central Idaho is an exciting addition to our ski portfolio of destinations from San Diego. With this new route, Alaska and Hawaiian will offer 45 nonstop destinations from San Diego – the most of any airline.

Spokane-Orange County: Orange County in Southern California is the largest unserved destination from Spokane, providing our guests in eastern Washington a new option when flying to the LA region.

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Burbank – Eugene
Oct. 26, 2025
Year-round
Daily
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Burbank – Pasco
Oct. 26. 2025
Year-round
Daily
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Burbank – Redmond
Oct. 26, 2025
Year-round
Daily
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Palm Springs – Santa Rosa
Oct. 26, 2025
Winter
5x Weekly
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San Diego – Sun Valley
Dec. 18, 2025
Winter
3x Weekly
E175
Boise – Ontario
Jan. 7, 2026
Year-round
Daily
E175
Spokane – Orange County
Jan. 7, 2026
Year-round
Daily
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National Intern Day takes flight at Alaska Airlines

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This National Intern Day, we’re featuring four interns, including the author, and their experiences working at Alaska Airlines.

At Alaska Air and Horizion Air, we are committed to growing the next generation of aviation professionals across the company. Our 12-week paid summer internship program provides hands-on industry experience across 15 divisions.

A driven group of summer interns is embarking on an unforgettable experience at Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air this summer. Today, on National Intern Day, we are celebrating their impact and journey.

Across multiple areas of the company, our interns are doing it all – from jump seating to safety planning – and we are committed to helping them grow as professionals. As they take off, our interns plug in across the business, getting on-the-ground insight into the many careers at Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air.

“Our interns not only work on meaningful projects that directly impact our business and guests, but they also bring a fresh perspective to the table and challenge us to think differently in how we do things. Our internship program can often lead to full-time employment, which not only helps to develop the next generation of talent in the aviation industry, but also serves as a pipeline for our Talent Acquisition team when filling entry-level roles at AAG.”

– Mackenzie Hertogs

Talent Acquisition Outreach Programs Manager at Alaska Airlines

This summer’s interns’ class, by the numbers:

33 interns from 15 universities

27 Alaska interns

6 Horizon interns

Supporting teams in Seattle, Portland and Anchorage

Assisting in 15 divisions including Communications, Flight Operations, Revenue Management and more

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Gary

Pilot intern at Alaska Airlines

Senior at Delaware State University, majoring in aviation

“My favorite part of this internship is being able to jump seat across the country. It puts everything into perspective, and I get to see what I’m training for in the professional world,” Gary shared. “What has stuck with me at Alaska is the strong safety culture across the entire company.”

The life of a pilot intern is constantly changing. They practice flight scenarios in our flight simulators and gain real world experience jump seating around the country. The jump seat is an auxiliary seat in the cockpit that is available to airline staff, which the pilot interns are cleared to sit in to allow them to gain experience firsthand. 

Finn

Airport operations and customer support team – safety intern at Alaska Airlines

Senior at Emory University, majoring in business administration

“Alaska Airlines is opening doors for me by giving me the opportunity to work here in an operational support role. It’s allowed me to explore different areas of the company,” Finn explained. “Before this internship, I thought I knew what I wanted to do in aviation. But this experience has opened my eyes to so many other different career paths I hadn’t considered before.”

As an intern in operations support, Finn helps uphold Alaska’s commitment to safety, including processing safety reports from airport operations and customer service to support their safety program. 

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Lucia

Financial planning and analysis intern at Horizon Air

Junior at the University of Washington, majoring in economics

“I chose Horizon Air because I believe data is the foundation for innovation, and I wanted to work somewhere that uses data to actively improve customer experiences,” Lucia said. “Working at Horizon Financial Planning and Analysis has allowed me to experience the broad impact of financial data.”

In her role, Lucia is learning how numbers tell a bigger story and shape Horizon’s operations. She assists in crunching the numbers by digging into financial patterns. She’s already turned them into ideas of how Horizon can make improvements on cost control and has provided divisions with the resources they need such as budget templates. 

Maya

Communications intern at Alaska Airlines

Senior at the University of Oregon, majoring in public relations

As one of the summer interns, I’m especially proud to share these stories – because I get to live one too.

Every day looks a little different for me. From collaborating with the internal and external communications teams to traveling to different Alaska hubs to work with our employees on the frontline, my work is centered around engaging storytelling and promoting our brand image. In communications, being rooted in our strong shared values is important. I’m fortunate to see those values play out every day.

I chose Alaska for its culture — the focus on culture and belonging, commitment to safety and the clear opportunities for personal and professional growth. I’m especially grateful to the leaders who challenge me to think critically and encourage me to strengthen my communication skills. Their support has made this internship not only valuable, but truly transformative. 

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Today, and every day, we celebrate our interns and the differences they make at our company. As they continue to climb to 35,000 feet, we are cheering them on and grateful for the time they’re spending with us.

Want to learn more about our internship program and where to apply? Head over to our careers page for more information.

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Alaska Air Group announces Honolulu leadership team for Hawaiian Airlines and Alaska Airlines Hawaiʻi operations

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Jim Landers, Hawaiian Airlines senior vice president of technical operations, will assume the role of head of Hawai‘i operations.

A head of Hawai‘i guest operations position will soon be named and will join the Honolulu leadership team this fall when the single operating certificate is acquired.

Alaska Air Group today announced the Honolulu leadership team that will oversee Hawaiian Airlines and Alaska Airlines’ industry-leading combined operations in Hawai‘i once the carriers obtain a single operating certificate from the Federal Aviation Administration this fall.

Honolulu is the company’s second-largest hub after Seattle, with more than 6,500 Hawaiʻi-based employees who each day welcome onboard thousands of residents and visitors, and move cargo, between the Neighbor Islands and on domestic and international transpacific routes served by more than 180 daily flights – the biggest Hawai‘i network of any carrier. The Honolulu leadership team will support several thousand frontline employees in the islands while also managing ongoing integration work, including the rollout of a combined loyalty program launching this fall and the adoption of a single passenger service system next spring.

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Jim Landers, Hawaiian Airlines senior vice president of technical operations, will assume the role of head of Hawai‘i operations.

Reporting to Hawaiian Airlines CEO Joe Sprague, he will be responsible for safety and operational performance while supporting all aspects of the combined operations in the islands. A decorated U.S. Navy veteran, Landers joined Hawaiian in 2013 and currently oversees the airline’s system operations control functions, flight operations, maintenance and engineering, and supply chain management.

Other core members of the company’s Honolulu leadership team include:
Alisa Onishi, managing director of marketing for Hawaiʻi

Onishi, who joined Hawaiian Airlines in 2011, will lead marketing and brand management for Hawaiian, and the organization’s multi-brand marketing strategy and cross-brand uniform program. She will also focus on ongoing enhancements to Hawaiian’s guest experience in partnership with the Guest Products and Experience team.

Daniel Chun, managing director, Hawaiʻi public affairs and sales

Chun, with 14 years of leadership experience at Alaska Airlines in Hawai‘i, will lead the combined company’s community and cultural relations, government affairs and sales team in Hawai‘i.

Jonathan Goo, safety director

A member of the Alaska Air Group Safety team, Goo, who has 20 years of service with Hawaiian Airlines, will provide critical safety guidance and oversight for the company’s operations in the islands. 

Melodi Pieper, human resources regional director

A member of both the Honolulu and Alaska Air Group People leadership teams, Pieper, a 26-year Hawaiian Airlines employee, will support Hawaiʻi employees and leaders in the areas of benefits, career development, employee engagement, culture and team development.

A head of Hawai‘i guest operations position will soon be named and will join the Honolulu leadership team this fall when the single operating certificate is acquired.

“Hawaiʻi will always be Hawaiian Airlines’ home, and I’m so proud to serve alongside our Honolulu leadership team and our 6,500-plus team members in the islands to build on Hawaiian’s 95-year legacy of providing safe, reliable and enjoyable service to our communities. We all look forward to continuing to deliver greater value to our kama‘āina and visitors through our expanding, joint network with Alaska Airlines, a new combined loyalty program arriving in October, and much more in the months and years ahead.”

– Joe Sprague

Hawaiian Airlines CEO

To further support the company’s expanding presence in the islands, several other Hawaiian Airlines leaders have recently been appointed to Hawai‘i-based positions reporting to the Honolulu leadership team.

Beau Tatsumura has been named managing director, Hawai‘i, international and heavy maintenance. He is responsible for maintenance operations in Hawai‘i, Asia and the South Pacific, while also overseeing heavy maintenance for Alaska Airlines. Tatsumura joined Hawaiian in 2014 and is currently responsible for the performance, quality and reliability of Hawaiian’s fleet.

Earlier this month, Monica Kobayashi was appointed to managing director of airport operations and customer service. With 20 years of experience at Hawaiian, Kobayashi will support more than 1,500 airport employees across the Hawaiian Islands, in addition to teams in Japan, South Korea, Australia, New Zealand, the Cook Islands, Tahiti and American Samoa.

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About Alaska Air Group

Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Horizon Air are subsidiaries of Alaska Air Group, with McGee Air Services a subsidiary of Alaska Airlines. With hubs in Seattle, Honolulu, Portland, Anchorage, Los Angeles, San Diego and San Francisco, we deliver remarkable care as we fly our guests to more than 140 destinations throughout North America, Latin America, Asia and the Pacific. Alaska is a member of the oneworld Alliance with Hawaiian scheduled to join in 2026. With oneworld and our additional global partners, guests can earn and redeem miles for travel to over 1,000 worldwide destinations. Guests can book travel at alaskaair.com and hawaiianairlines.com. Learn more about what’s happening at Alaska and Hawaiian. Alaska Air Group is traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) as “ALK.” 

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Countdown to combined benefits: What HawaiianMiles members need to know

Countdown to Combined Benefits
As Hawaiian and Alaska continue to integrate our two airlines, exciting changes are on the horizon. Our new, combined loyalty program launches next month, and we’re here to make sure you’re ready to take full advantage of everything it has to offer.

Mark Your Calendar for October 1

HawaiianMiles will transition to the new program on Oct. 1. Your miles and status, Huaka’i by Hawaiian benefits, and credit card benefits will come along automatically, and the HawaiianMiles branding will phase out. We value your time and history as a HawaiianMiles member and want to be clear: That legacy isn’t disappearing — it’s shaping what’s next.

As we prepare to transition HawaiianMiles to the new program, member account access will be limited for several days prior to Oct. 1. This is a necessary step to ensure a seamless transfer of all member accounts. We’ll share exact dates and details soon—stay tuned.

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Your Miles Are Safe — and Going Further

We know how much your miles mean to you. That’s why we’re making this transition seamless:

  • Your HawaiianMiles will transfer 1:1 into the new program on Oct. 1.
  • Miles will never expire.
  • Your elite status will carry over to the new program automatically on Oct. 1.
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Link Your Accounts for Early Access

Already have an Alaska Mileage Plan account? Great news—you can start enjoying combined benefits now by linking your accounts in just three easy steps:

  1. Go to AlaskaAir.com/linkaccount 
  2. Sign in to your HawaiianMiles and Mileage Plan account and follow the instructions
  3. Transfer your miles between linked accounts.

If you only have a HawaiianMiles account, no worries — your account will automatically transfer to the new program on Oct. 1.

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Huaka‘i by Hawaiian: Local Perks, Big Mahalo

Our program, created exclusively for Hawai‘i residents, is our heartfelt mahalo to the community that has supported us for nearly a century (plus, it’s free to join). Huaka‘i by Hawaiian benefits include:

  • Monthly travel deals
  • A free checked bag on Neighbor Island flights
  • Quarterly fare discounts
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A Loyalty Program Built for You

We understand that change can be challenging, but we’re committed to making this transition as smooth as possible. Our new loyalty program will combine the best of HawaiianMiles and Alaska Airlines’ Mileage Plan—giving you more ways to earn, redeem and enjoy your travel.

Mahalo for being part of our ‘ohana. We can’t wait to welcome you into this exciting new chapter. For Hawaiian Airlines loyalty updates, visit www.HawaiianAirlines.com/loyalty.

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Alaska Air Group reports second quarter 2025 results

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Summary

Announced first transatlantic route in Air Group history: Seattle to Rome starting May 2026

Alaska Mileage Plan named #1 airline rewards program by U.S. News & World Report for the 11th consecutive year

Reported earnings per share of $1.42, with adjusted earnings per share of $1.78, ahead of Wall Street expectation and previous guidance range

Alaska Air Group (NYSE: ALK) today reported financial results for the second quarter ending June 30, 2025.

The Alaska and Hawaiian teams closed out an impactful quarter that included the launch of a global network transformation and performance that beat expectations.

 

The results this quarter are clear evidence of our team’s disciplined execution and unwavering focus on what we can control: delivering a remarkable guest experience, driving operational excellence and unlocking the value of our newly combined network and commercial platform. I’ve never been more confident in our team of 30,000 to execute our Alaska Accelerate plan and position Air Group for long-term success.

– Ben Minicucci

President & CEO of Alaska Air Group

Quarter in Review

Air Group’s Consolidated Statements of Operations, Consolidated Balance Sheets, and Summary Cash Flow Statement include Hawaiian Airlines from September 18, 2024 onward. For comparability of financial and operational results, historical information has also been provided on a pro forma basis within the Supplementary Pro Forma Comparative Financial and Operating Information in this filing and in prior 8-K filings. The pro forma information provided assumes Hawaiian is included in both 2024 and 2025.

Air Group delivered strong second quarter results, with a Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) pretax margin of 6.4% and a GAAP net income per share of $1.42.

Our adjusted pretax margin was 8.0% and our adjusted earnings per share was $1.78, exceeding the high end of our previously issued guidance. Just 10 months post-acquisition, Hawaiian’s second quarter adjusted pretax margin expanded by 11-points versus prior year, surpassing breakeven for the first time since 2019. Our second quarter results affirm our strategy is delivering notable progress across the network and providing greater connectivity for our guests. Our team is delivering on the initiatives that underpin Alaska Accelerate and we remain committed to delivering our goal of $1 billion in incremental profit by 2027.

Second quarter record revenue topped $3.7 billion, resulting in year-over-year RASM that is down 0.6%, which we believe will once again lead the industry. This performance is enabled by our commercial initiatives and focus on revenue diversification; in the second quarter 49% of revenue was generated outside the main cabin. Premium revenue grew 5% year-over-year, cargo revenue grew 34% year-over-year, and our loyalty program cash remuneration grew 5% year-over-year.

Unit costs excluding fuel, freighter costs, and special items increased 6.5% year-over-year, in line with prior guidance. Economic fuel price per gallon was $2.39 in the second quarter, reflecting both moderating crude oil and West Coast refining prices throughout much of the quarter. During the quarter Hawaiian Airlines experienced a cybersecurity incident. We took immediate steps to safeguard our airlines and remain engaged with authorities and experts to conclude our investigation. Our operations were not affected.

 

Third Quarter Forecast Information

We have recently seen a positive inflection in traffic, yield and revenue intake for both Alaska and Hawaiian Airlines’ bookings. We have also adjusted our 2025 capacity expectations to approximately 2% year-over-year growth. These changes reflect 2-point reductions in off-peak flying in the third and fourth quarters relative to our prior expectations, and are expected to be margin accretive. With recent changes to the demand environment, and our continued delivery on synergy and commercial initiative commitments, our outlook for full year earnings per share is greater than $3.25.

Our third quarter adjusted earnings per share is expected to be between $1.00 and $1.40, including an expected ~10 cent impact from an IT outage that resulted in irregular operations in July. Costs remain in line with our expectation, and reflect strategic investments as well as elevated real estate costs, maintenance costs and new labor agreements. Our capacity expectations will pressure unit costs in the third quarter, which are expected to be up mid to high single digits year-over-year, before improving meaningfully in the fourth quarter. We still anticipate delivering full year unit costs in line with our prior expectations.

 

Financial Results and Updates

Reported GAAP net income for the second quarter of 2025 of $172 million, or $1.42 per share, which includes Hawaiian results, compared to net income of $220 million, or $1.71 per share, for the second quarter of 2024, which does not include Hawaiian results.

Reported net income for the second quarter of 2025, excluding special items and other adjustments, of $215 million, or $1.78 per share, which includes Hawaiian results, compared to net income of $327 million, or $2.55 per share, for the second quarter of 2024, which does not include Hawaiian results.

Repurchased 8.7 million shares of common stock for approximately $428 million in the second quarter, bringing total repurchases to 10.5 million shares for approximately $535 million for the six months ended June 30, 2025.

Generated $376 million in operating cash flow for the second quarter.

Held $2.1 billion in unrestricted cash and marketable securities as of June 30, 2025.

Operational Updates

Announced new nonstop service between Seattle and Rome beginning in May 2026, the first transatlantic route for Air Group.

Began new daily nonstop service between Seattle and Tokyo, the first long-haul aircraft international destination from Seattle for Air Group.

Expanded summer service with twice-daily A330 flights between Seattle and Anchorage, boosting cargo capacity equivalent to two 737 freighters.

Expanded our combined fleet by twelve aircraft during the second quarter, taking delivery of three 737-8s, four 737-9s, one 787-9, two E175s, and two A330-300 freighters.

Exercised options for twelve 737-10s with expected deliveries through 2028.

Announced a new Boeing 787-9 base in Seattle and five additional 787-9s to support our international growth.

Reached an agreement to sell Alaska’s twelve 737-900s, with four aircraft sold in the second quarter and the remaining eight to be sold in the second half of 2025.

Began the cabin refresh of Alaska’s 737 fleet to expand Premium and First Class seating and elevate our guests’ travel experience, with modifications expected to be completed in 2026.

Ratified a four-year CBA with Horizon’s AMFA-represented technicians and reached a tentative agreement with IAM-represented McGee Air Services employees.

Appointed Pete Shimer to the Air Group Board of Directors serving on the Audit and Safety Committees.

Loyalty and Guest Experience

Launched enhanced benefit for Alaska Airlines Visa Signature® and Alaska Airlines Visa® Business cardholders, allowing Companion Fare redemption on Hawaiian Airlines flights within North America, including the state of Hawaiʻi.

Announced expanded partnership with Qantas, enabling Qantas Frequent Flyers to redeem on Hawaiian Airlines’ global network, and a new partnership with Philippine Airlines. Mileage Plan members can now earn on Philippine Airlines flights, and redemptions are coming soon.

Launched Chef’s (tray) Table, a new rotating First Class dining experience featuring seasonal menus crafted by celebrated West Coast chefs, including James Beard Award-winner Chef Brady Ishiwata Williams.

Expanded fresh meal options for guests seated in the Main Cabin to more flights, now available on routes as short as 670 miles.

Alaska Mileage Plan recognized as the Best Airline Rewards Program by U.S. News & World Report for the 11th consecutive year.

Recognized by the Airline Passenger Experience Association as the Best Major Airline in North America in 2025.

The following table reconciles the company’s reported GAAP net income per share (EPS) for the three and six months ended June 30, 2025 and 2024 to adjusted amounts.

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A conference call regarding the second quarter results will be streamed online at 8:30 a.m. PDT on July 24, 2025. It can be accessed at www.alaskaair.com/investors. For those unable to listen to the live broadcast, a replay will be available after the conclusion of the call.

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Hawaiian Airlines expands winter schedule with additional flights to meet peak travel demand

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HONOLULU – Hawaiian Airlines is enhancing its winter schedule with increased service on key routes to meet strong seasonal demand for travel between Honolulu and Los Angeles, Seattle and Sydney. Guests can also now book seats aboard Hawaiian’s Boeing 787 Dreamliner between Seattle (SEA) and Tokyo’s Narita (NRT) for travel starting in January. 

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“We’re excited to offer our guests more options to connect with loved ones or enjoy a warm winter getaway,” said Kirsten Amrine, vice president of revenue management and network planning at Alaska Airlines. "These schedule enhancements reflect our commitment to providing convenient, comfortable travel during the busiest travel period of the year."

Hawaiian’s Winter 2025-26 Schedule Enhancements: 

  • Honolulu (HNL) – Sydney (SYD): Hawaiian will increase service from five flights weekly to daily between Dec. 18, 2025, and Jan. 31, 2026, aligning with the peak travel season between Hawaiʻi and Australia. 

 

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  • Honolulu (HNL) – Los Angeles (LAX): A fifth daily flight operated by an Airbus A321neo will be added during two peak travel windows: Nov. 21 – Dec. 1, 2025, and Dec. 19, 2025 – Jan. 6, 2026. The additional service will provide more seats during high-demand periods when guests prefer to travel.

 

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  • Honolulu (HNL) – Seattle (SEA): Hawaiian is adding a fourth daily widebody flight between late November and mid-April, replacing an existing A321neo service. The new schedule includes a morning departure from Honolulu and an early evening return from Seattle, bringing the total to six daily flights (including two operated by Alaska Airlines). 

 

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  • Hawaiian will replace the Airbus A330 with the Boeing 787 Dreamliner on its SEA-NRT route beginning early January through mid-April. The Dreamliner features Hawaiian’s new Leihōkū Suites with lie-flat seating, enhanced privacy, and direct aisle access, along with a quieter cabin, larger windows, and advanced inflight entertainment—delivering a more restful and refined journey across the Pacific.

 

Guests can book flights and view the full schedule at www.HawaiianAirlines.com.

 

About Alaska Air Group 

Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Horizon Air are subsidiaries of Alaska Air Group, with McGee Air Services a subsidiary of Alaska Airlines. With hubs in Seattle, Honolulu, Portland, Anchorage, Los Angeles, San Diego and San Francisco, we deliver remarkable care as we fly our guests to more than 140 destinations throughout North America, Latin America, Asia and the Pacific. Alaska is a member of the oneworld Alliance with Hawaiian scheduled to join in 2026. With oneworld and our additional global partners, guests can earn and redeem miles for travel to over 1,000 worldwide destinations. Guests can book travel at alaskaair.com and hawaiianairlines.com. Learn more about what’s happening at Alaska and Hawaiian. Alaska Air Group is traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) as “ALK.” 

Alaska Airlines’ Mileage Plan named Best Airline Rewards Program for 11th consecutive year

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Alaska Airlines’ Mileage Plan was once again ranked No. 1 in U.S. News & World Report’s annual Best Airline Rewards Programs list.

The 2025–2026 award marks Mileage Plan’s 11th consecutive year earning the top spot.

Raise your Straightaway cocktail — Alaska Airlines’ Mileage Plan has been named the Best Airline Rewards Program by U.S. News & World Report for the 11th year in a row. Cheers to our members for making it possible!

Our industry-leading loyalty program, designed for all travelers from seasoned globetrotters to occasional jetsetters, earned top marks for its low mileage requirements, distance-based earning structure and broad partner network — including recent additions through our combination with Hawaiian Airlines.

Explore U.S. News & World Report’s findings and methodology here.

“With industry-leading milestone rewards and access to over 30 global airline partners, Mileage Plan members enjoy one of the most flexible loyalty programs out there. We’re proud to serve our guests with the simplicity, value and choice that set us apart in a competitive loyalty landscape.”

Brett Catlin

Vice President of Loyalty, Alliances and Sales, Alaska Airlines

Later this summer, Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines are reimagining Mileage Plan and HawaiianMiles. Our new combined loyalty program will continue to deliver the most generous and exciting benefits in the industry. More information will be available soon. Stay tuned!

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Alaska Airlines’ statement on IT outage – July 2025

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Monday, July 21 – 8 p.m. Pacific Time

Flight operations at Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air are returning to normal following a significant IT outage that resulted in a system-wide ground stop of flights. The ground stop began around 8 p.m. on Sunday and was lifted three hours later.

A critical piece of multi-redundant hardware at our data centers, manufactured by a third-party, experienced an unexpected failure. When that happened, it impacted several of our key systems that enable us to run various operations, necessitating the implementation of a ground stop to keep aircraft in position. The safety of our flights was never compromised.

Since Sunday evening, we’ve had more than 200 flight cancellations. We experienced 116 cancellations on Monday, which affected the travel plans of 15,600 guests. Additional cancellations are possible.

The IT outage was unrelated to any other current events and was not a cybersecurity incident.

We are currently working with our vendor to replace the hardware equipment at the data center.

We appreciate the patience of our guests whose travel plans have been disrupted. We’re working to get them to their destinations as quickly as we can. If you’re traveling today, please check your flight status before leaving for the airport. Also, a flexible travel policy is in place to support our guests.

Monday, July 21 – 11 a.m. Pacific Time

As of 11 a.m. on Monday, we continue to get our operations back on track at Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air following a significant IT outage that resulted in a system-wide ground stop of flights. The ground stop began around 8 p.m. on Sunday and was lifted at 11 p.m. Pacific.

A critical piece of multi-redundant hardware at our data centers, manufactured by a third-party, experienced an unexpected failure. When that happened, it impacted several of our key systems that enable us to run various operations, necessitating the implementation of a ground stop to keep aircraft in position. The safety of our flights was never compromised.

Since Sunday evening, we’ve had a total of nearly 200 flight cancellations. We’ve experienced 104 cancellations today, which have affected the travel plans of 13,500 guests. Additional flight disruptions are possible. There are also flight delays as we reposition our aircraft and crews.

The IT outage is not related to any other current events, and it’s not a cybersecurity event.

We are currently working with our vendor to replace the hardware equipment at the data center.

We appreciate the patience of our guests whose travel plans have been disrupted. We’re working to get them to their destinations as quickly as we can. If you’re traveling today, please check your flight status before leaving for the airport. Also, a flexible travel policy is in place to support our guests.

Monday, July 21 – 6:30 a.m. Pacific Time

We’re working to get our operations back on track today at Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air after a significant IT outage Sunday night resulted in a system-wide ground stop of flights, which was lifted at 11 p.m. Pacific.

A critical piece of multi-redundant hardware at our data centers, manufactured by a third-party, experienced an unexpected failure. When that happened, it impacted several of our key systems that enable us to run various operations, necessitating the implementation of a ground stop to keep aircraft in position. The safety of our flights was never compromised.

Since Sunday evening, we’ve had more than 150 flight cancellations, including 64 cancellations today. Additional flight disruptions are likely as we reposition aircraft and crews throughout our network.

The IT outage is not related to any other current events, and it’s not a cybersecurity event.

We are currently working with our vendor to replace the hardware equipment at the data center.

We appreciate the patience of our guests whose travel plans have been disrupted. We’re working to get them to their destinations as quickly as we can. Before heading to the airport, we encourage flyers to check their flight status.

Hawaiian Airlines’ newest Featured Chef, Jason Peel, brings a taste of home to 30,000 feet

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At Hawaiian Airlines, we believe travel should be a journey for all the senses — including your taste buds. That’s why we’re thrilled to welcome Chef Jason Peel of Nami Kaze Hawaiʻi as the newest chef in our Featured Chef Series. Now through the end of November, his homegrown, island-style take on our First Class menu will be served on flights from Hawaiʻi to the U.S. continent (except BOS and JFK).

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From Kaua‘i to the Skies

Born and raised on Kaua‘i, Chef Jason’s culinary journey is a blend of humble beginnings, global experiences and a deep love for Hawai‘i. With Japanese and Irish heritage, his cooking reflects a fusion of cultures and a reverence for tradition. After graduating from the acclaimed culinary program at Oʻahu’s Kapi‘olani Community College (KCC), he honed his skills under renowned chefs like Ian Russo and Roy Yamaguchi, traveling the world and eventually returning home to shape Hawai‘i’s culinary future with locally sourced ingredients.

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From mentoring students at KCC to co-leading the Hawai‘i Food and Wine Festival, Chef Jason’s love of cooking has always been more about good food — it’s an extension of his passion for community, culture and connection.

A Menu That Tells a Story

Chef Jason’s in-flight creations are inspired by the flavors of his childhood, the people around him and the spirit of Hawai‘i. His dishes are designed to be comforting yet elevated, nostalgic yet innovative — perfect for travelers seeking a taste of the Hawaiian Islands before they even land.

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Here’s a sneak peek at what First Class guests can look forward to:

Brunch 

  • Savory egg custard with Arabiki pork sausage – A rich, island-style twist on a classic.
  • Seasonal fruits, yogurt and granola – Light, fresh and perfect for a morning flight.

Lunch and Dinner 

  • Beef meatloaf with grated radish and ponzu – A hearty, umami-packed entrée with a citrusy zing.
  • Teriyaki roasted eggplant – A vegetarian favorite served with steamed rice and pickled radish.
  • Okinawan sweet potato and haupia cake – A sweet finish that’s as beautiful as it is delicious.

Late Night 

  • Char siu chicken sandwich with hoisin garlic cream cheese – A bold, flavorful bite.
  • Spicy vegetable lasagna – Inspired by Chef Peel’s favorite school lunch memory, reimagined with local vegetables and a creamy Parmesan Mornay sauce.

Cooking with Aloha at Altitude

Creating meals for thousands of guests at 30,000 feet is no small feat — but for Chef Jason, it’s a labor of love. “The process excites me the most,” he said. “I love how all these amazing people made it possible for me to create local dishes here in Hawaiʻi and then scale them so they can be shared with thousands of Hawaiian Airlines’ guests.”

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His goal? To enhance your travel experience without overshadowing it. “I just want to be one of many happy, nostalgic memories created on a guest’s journey,” he added.

Whether you’re flying home after a Hawaiʻi vacation or taking a trip to the U.S. continent, Chef Jason’s dishes are a warm welcome and a celebration of local ingredients, shared memories and the joy of travel — Hawaiian style.

So next time you’re flying with us, sit back, relax and enjoy a meal made with aloha.

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