For the 9th season, the Seattle-based airline celebrates its Chief Football Officers' return to the field SEATTLE , Sept. 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Touchdown! In celebration of Chief Football Officer Russell Wilson's upcoming season, guests can score extra points with Alaska Airlines this football

Alaska expands Lounge portfolio, SFO joins seven other Alaska lounges now open across the United States SAN FRANCISCO , Aug. 31, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Alaska Airlines is taking the Bay Area to new heights as it unveils its brand-new Lounge at San Francisco International Airport (SFO).

SEATTLE , Aug. 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- As we see the heartbreaking images from Kabul and mourn the tragic loss of service members and civilians  working to bring Americans home, we are humbled to play a small part in aiding those who have served our country.

Options exercised for deliveries in 2023 and 2024 further enhance airline's financial and sustainability outlook SEATTLE , Aug. 16, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Airlines announced today it is accelerating its fleet growth by exercising options early on 12 Boeing 737-9 aircraft.

Alaska remains the go-to airline between the West Coast and Mexico with the most nonstops of any U.S. carrier; save up to 30% now on flights to Mexico SEATTLE , Aug. 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- There's a lot to love about Mexico . The people, the beaches, the culture, the food!

SEATTLE , Aug. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Airlines' board of directors elected aviation veteran Donald Wright vice president of maintenance and engineering, effective Aug. 23, 2021 . Wright will assume the role formerly held by Constance von Muehlen who was appointed Chief Operating Officer on

Alaska's massive fare sale gives you a second chance to celebrate missed milestones, with one-way fares starting at $39 SEATTLE , Aug. 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Missed honeymoon? Milestone birthday? Baby shower? Yeah, us too. Starting today, Alaska Airlines is kicking off its biggest fare sale of the

Guests in all cabins can now leverage our industry leading pre-order functionality to select meals and snacks and store payment for convenient onboard purchases SEATTLE , July 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- As more of our guests fly again, Alaska Airlines is thoughtfully and safely expanding food and

SEATTLE , July 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Airlines has named 34-year airline veteran Toni Freeberg managing director of sales effective immediately. Freeberg assumes the role currently held by Mark Bocchi , who will retire from Alaska Airlines in October after 40 years.

SEATTLE , July 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Financial Results: Reported net income for the second quarter of 2021 under Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) of $397 million , or $3.15 per share, compared to a net loss of $214 million , or $1.74 per share in the second quarter of 2020.

SEATTLE , July 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Horizon Air pilots, represented by the Airline Professionals Association , Teamsters Local 1224 (IBT), have voted to ratify a new wage agreement. IBT represents Horizon's more than 800 pilots. "Thank you to the IBT, their team and company representatives who

LIFT Grants support programs focused on young people in communities across five different states SEATTLE , July 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The nonprofit Alaska Airlines Foundation has awarded $260,000 in LIFT Grants to 25 nonprofits in Alaska , California , Hawaii , Oregon and Washington .

Alaska Airlines will announce 2021 second quarter financial results on July 22, 2021. SEATTLE , July 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Air Group, Inc., the parent company of Alaska Airlines, Inc. and Horizon Air Industries Inc. , will announce its 2021 second quarter financial results on Thursday,

Strengthened partnership allows for global connectivity to Alaska's route network SEATTLE , June 29, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- As Alaska Airlines expands its global reach with our one world partners, we proudly announced today the launch of a codeshare agreement with Qatar Airways , a fellow member of

From Idaho's capital, we're now flying to Chicago and Austin, plus we'll start new service to Pullman-Moscow and Phoenix, for up to 30 daily departures to 14 destinations SEATTLE , June 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Boise is booming! And Alaska Airlines keeps growing in the dynamic city where we've long

With more flyers returning to the skies, we're announcing additional service from San Francisco, Portland and Palm Springs to destinations across North America SEATTLE , June 10, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- You've already booked long-awaited summer travel plans to be reunited with family and friends.

Recovery continues this fall with 13 daily departures at Seattle-area airport, including new nonstop flight to Tucson that offers guests another warm destination this winter SEATTLE , June 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- With increasing confidence that air travel is on a steady climb to return to

Tickets available for purchase now starting at $199 one-way for nonstop flights from Los Angeles and Seattle to Belize City; service begins in November SEATTLE , May 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Looking to escape to a new tropical destination from the West Coast ?

The first-ever use of AI in flight operations control continues Alaska's legacy of innovation, enabling more efficient and sustainable flights SEATTLE , May 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Airlines and Airspace Intelligence announced today the signing of a multi-year contract for the use of Flyways

SEATTLE , May 24, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Air Group, Inc., the parent company of Alaska Airlines Inc. and Horizon Air Industries Inc. , today announced it will webcast a presentation by CEO Ben Minicucci and CFO Shane Tackett at the Wolfe Research Transportation and Industrials Conference on

Airline now serves 95 nonstop destinations from its Pacific Northwest hub SEATTLE , May 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- As travelers take to the skies again, Alaska Airlines is ready to provide its guests with a brand-new destination: Cincinnati . Daily nonstop service between Seattle and Cincinnati /

Orders for 30 additional mainline and regional aircraft for flying after recovery; Belize becomes newest international destination added for leisure travelers SEATTLE , May 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- With recovery on the horizon, Alaska Airlines is taking advantage of strategic opportunities by

Aircraft serves as embodiment of Alaska's values, takes conversation around education, equity and belonging to the skies, and is an extension of a 15-year partnership between Alaska and UNCF SEATTLE , April 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Airlines' "Our Commitment" aircraft took to the skies in

SEATTLE , April 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --     Financial Results: Reported a net loss for the first quarter of 2021 under Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) of $131 million , or $1.05 per share, compared to a net loss of $232 million , or $1.89 per share in the first quarter of 2020.

With this commitment, Alaska joins The Climate Pledge SEATTLE , April 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Airlines today announced its commitment and roadmap to reduce the company's carbon emissions to net-zero by 2040, and commitments across carbon, waste, and water impacts by 2025.

New nonstop flights arrive in time for summer holidays and fall harvest SEATTLE , April 16, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Airlines is increasing its service and commitment to Santa Rosa / Sonoma County with more nonstop flights between Southern California and the heart of wine country.

SEATTLE , April 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Airlines and SkyNRG Americas today announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) committing to increased investment in sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). The MOU builds on a long history of Alaska leadership advancing SAF and partners the

Airline rolls out new flexible Lounge membership tiers SAN FRANCISCO , April 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Airlines guests will have the opportunity to relax in the new Alaska Lounge at San Francisco International Airport by late summer, as the airline announces updated plans for Bay Area

Alaska Air Group, Inc. to announce 2021 first quarter financial results on April 22, 2021 SEATTLE , April 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Air Group, Inc., the parent company of Alaska Airlines, Inc. and Horizon Air Industries Inc. , will announce its 2021 first quarter financial results on Thursday,

Guests will enjoy a seamless travel experience on flights within the global alliance to as many as 1,000 destinations in more than 170 countries and territories SEATTLE , March 31, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Marking a milestone in its 89-year history, Alaska Airlines today celebrated its first day as a

Travel to Alaska in 2021 and enjoy up to a 21% discount on Alaska Airlines SEATTLE , March 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Denali? Check. Majestic glaciers? Check. Reunions? Please. Alaska ? Definitely. Starting today, Alaska Airlines is launching a sale that's full of summer fun in the Land of the

Customer experience leader will oversee 5,600 flight attendants SEATTLE , March 23, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Airlines announced today that Travis Gelbrich will serve as the airline's new vice president of inflight. In his new role, Gelbrich will provide strategic and operational leadership to

von Muehlen is a 30-year aviation veteran with deep safety, compliance and operating experience   SEATTLE , March 22, 2021   /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Alaska Air Group announced the appointment of Constance von Muehlen as Chief Operating Officer of Alaska Airlines , effective April 3, 2021 .

New route from Alaska's largest city to the Twin Cities will provide more nonstops to the state of Alaska SEATTLE , March 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Airlines announces today new seasonal service at one of the airline's key hubs in Alaska with new nonstop service between Anchorage and

Daily nonstop flights will connect Boise to Chicago and Austin; new service scheduled between Seattle and two new destinations: Idaho Falls, Idaho, and Redding, California SEATTLE , March 10, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- With an eye on recovery and growth, Alaska Airlines continues to strengthen its

Alaska Airlines' nonstop jet service will connect Los Angeles and San Diego with Kalispell, and connect San Francisco and San Diego with Bozeman SEATTLE , March 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Airlines today announced four new routes between California and Montana for the summer, increasing total

A golden deal for the Golden State: the first 25,000 residents who sign up get their first intra-California flight on Alaska Airlines* SEATTLE , March 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Starting today, California residents who enroll in the Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan™ now through March 3, 2021 can book that

SEATTLE , Feb. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- International guests arriving in the U.S. can streamline their required COVID-19 documents starting Feb. 5 using the third-party app VeriFLY . The free and secure app offers fliers expedited check-in and verification for their arrival to the U.S.

SEATTLE , Jan. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- F inancial Results: Reported net loss for the fourth quarter and full year 2020 under Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) of $430 million , or $3.47 per diluted share, and $1.3 billion , or $10.59 per diluted share.

Five weeks of preparations begin to ready plane for start of passenger service on March 1 SEATTLE , Jan. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Airlines has accepted delivery of its first Boeing 737-9 MAX airplane, marking a new phase of modernizing the airline's fleet in the coming years.

SEATTLE , Jan. 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Air Group announced today the appointment of Daniel Elwell to the company's board of directors, effective immediately. Elwell will also join the boards of directors of the company's airline subsidiaries Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Nonstop service will launch between LAX-Austin and San Diego-New York JFK SEATTLE , Jan. 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Airlines announced today two new routes from its key hubs in Southern California that will begin flying this spring. The airline will launch daily, nonstop service between Los

Alaska to announce 2020 fourth quarter financial results on Jan. 26, 2021 SEATTLE , Jan. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Air Group, Inc., the parent company of Alaska Airlines, Inc. and Horizon Air Industries Inc. , will announce its 2020 fourth quarter financial results on Tuesday, Jan. 26, 2021 .

Following new DOT rules, Alaska updates its policy on service animals onboard SEATTLE , Dec. 29, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Following recent changes to U.S. Department of Transportation's (DOT) rules, Alaska Airlines will no longer accept emotional support animals on its flights. Effective Jan.

New agreement in principle adds 23 orders plus 15 options to airline's overall order SEATTLE , Dec. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Airlines announced today an agreement in principle with Boeing to restructure the airline's order to receive a total of 68 Boeing 737-9 MAX aircraft with options for

New routes from Alaska's largest city to Las Vegas, Denver, San Francisco; Nonstop flights this summer will connect Anchorage to eight destinations in the Lower 48 SEATTLE , Dec. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Airlines continues to strengthen its presence at one of the airline's key hubs in

SEATTLE , Dec. 15, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- With holiday shopping going mostly virtual in 2020, Alaska Airlines is sharing some of the airline's favorite gift ideas for the aviation geek, frequent traveler, ski lover and more in your life. Give the gift of travel for 2021, along with some of the most

Alaska's Hawaii-bound guests can now skip the line upon arrival in the Hawaiian Islands SEATTLE , Dec. 11, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Airlines guests traveling to Hawaii can now pre-clear on the West Coast , avoiding lines and bypassing the airport screening process after they arrive in Hawaii

Alaska flyers will receive matching status in global alliance when traveling with a member airline SEATTLE , Dec. 10, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- With Alaska Airlines' membership in one world less than four months away, both companies announced today that Alaska's elite Mileage Plan members will receive

SEATTLE , Nov. 23, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Airlines announced a transaction today that continues the optimization of its mainline fleet. As part of the agreement, Alaska will sell 10 Airbus A320s to Air Lease Corporation, and subsequently lease 13 new Boeing 737-9 MAX aircraft from them.

SEATTLE , Nov. 20, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Starting this spring, Alaska Airlines and American Airlines will make it a more hassle-free, rewarding experience for elite guests from one airline to travel on the other, with new benefits that will roll out during 2021.

SEATTLE , Nov. 12, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- With a continuing focus on strategic growth during a period of recovery from the impacts of COVID-19, Alaska Airlines' board of directors has elected two highly experienced leaders to new roles as vice presidents: Sandy Stelling becomes vice president of

Ben Minicucci to become CEO on March 31, 2021; Brad Tilden to continue as Board Chair SEATTLE , Nov. 9, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Air Group's board of directors announced today that Brad Tilden will retire as chief executive officer on March 31, 2021 , and Ben Minicucci , president of Alaska

Alaska Airlines extends blocked middle seats through Jan. 6, 2021 SEATTLE , Oct. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --     Financial Results: Reported net loss for the third quarter of 2020 under Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) of $431 million , or $3.49 per diluted share, compared to net income

Sustainable aviation fuel supplied by industry leader SkyNRG signals new approach for business travel SEATTLE and REDMOND, Wash. , Oct. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Microsoft Corp. employees who fly between their global headquarters in Redmond , Washington, and California on Alaska Airlines will fly

SEATTLE , Oct. 21, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Air Group announced today the appointment of Jessie J. Knight, Jr. to the company's board of directors, effective immediately. He previously served on the board from 2002 to 2017. Knight will also join the boards of directors of the company's airline

Data-driven fare sale, powered by ocean waves, expands discounts to Hawaii, California ahead of holiday travel SEATTLE , Oct. 20, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- After the popularity of its first "Swell Deals" fare sale in 2019, Alaska Airlines' data-driven deals are back, giving surfers everywhere one more

Service introduced on Alaska Day SEATTLE , Oct. 19, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Starting Oct. 18 , Alaska Airlines will add jet service on the Embraer 175 aircraft in the state of Alaska . The E175, operated by regional partner Horizon Air , will serve select markets in Alaska .

SEATTLE , Oct. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Horizon Air's board of directors has elected Captain Carlos Zendejas to be the company's new vice president of flight operations. Zendejas will oversee Horizon's 700 pilots and its flight operations support team A seasoned aviation leader, Zendejas has been

For a limited time, Mileage Plan members can convert $100 into 10,000 miles SEATTLE , Oct. 9 . 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Airlines is offering a new incentive to its Mileage Plan members who have wallet balances. Members will be able to convert their wallet credit into miles for future travel – a

Alaska Air Group to announce its 2020 third quarter financial results on October 22 SEATTLE , Oct. 1, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Air Group, Inc. , the parent company of Alaska Airlines, Inc. and Horizon Air Industries Inc. , will announce its 2020 third quarter financial results on Thursday,

West Coast pop-up clinics planned in partnership with Carbon Health to support safe return of travel to the islands SEATTLE , Sept. 30, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- To help guests prepare for Hawaii's pre-travel testing program, Alaska Airlines will partner with Carbon Health to offer rapid COVID-19

2020 marks the largest grant cycle in the nonprofit's 20-year history SEATTLE , Sept. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The nonprofit Alaska Airlines Foundation has awarded $430,000 in LIFT grants to 41 nonprofits in Alaska , California , Hawaii , Oregon and Washington .

New service will connect Los Angeles and Palm Springs to four destinations; airline extends middle seat blocking through Nov. 30, flexible travel policy through Dec. 31 SEATTLE , Sept. 21, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Everyone is ready for a getaway right about now.

Alaska Airlines announces new sale tied to the performance of its Chief Football Officer SEATTLE , Sept. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Football is back! To celebrate Alaska Airlines' Chief Football Officer Russell Wilson returning to the gridiron, the airline announced today a new, season-long sale

Get the whole row for you and your guest with the middle seat blocked through Oct. 31, 2020 SEATTLE , Sept. 15, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Airline's 'Get the Row with BOGO' is back! Beginning today through Sept. 16 , guests traveling by Oct. 31 could get a whole row to themselves when they book a

SEATTLE , Sept. 8 . 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Air Group, Inc., the parent company of Alaska Airlines, Inc. and Horizon Air Industries Inc. , announced it will webcast a presentation by Ben Minicucci , Alaska's President, and Shane Tackett , Chief Financial Officer, at the Cowen 2020 Global