Tag: Alaska
NEWS Jan 20, 2026 1,000+ Standby Passengers Are Already Listed for Alaska's Inaugural Rome Flight While inaugural flights for major carriers always draw a crowd, the upcoming Seattle (SEA) to Rome (FCO) route is shattering internal records. A staggering 1,080 standby passengers have already listed for the inaugural flight. Read More →
NEWS Jan 07, 2026 Alaska Airlines' Record-Breaking Boeing Order To Launch New Europe and Asia Routes In a move that signals a bold new era for the Pacific Northwest’s hometown carrier, Alaska Airlines has officially cemented its position as a global contender. On January 7, 2026, the airline announced the largest aircraft order in its 94-year history, securing a massive commitment with Boeing to fuel an aggressive international expansion. Read More →
NEWS Jan 01, 2026 “I’m Not Okay”: Chilling Audio Captures Near-Disaster as Pilot Tries to Kill Engines The aviation community and the public are getting a chilling, firsthand look at the moments of near-catastrophe aboard Alaska Airlines Flight 2059 (operated by Horizon Air). Newly released cockpit voice recordings (CVR), made public in early January 2026 following the conclusion of legal proceedings, capture the exact moment off-duty pilot Joseph Emerson attempted to shut down the aircraft's engines mid-flight. Read More →
NEWS Dec 30, 2025 Alaska Airlines and LATAM Formally Dissolve Codeshare Partnership Marking the end of an era in Pan-American aviation, Alaska Airlines has officially terminated its nearly decade-old codeshare and loyalty partnership with LATAM Airlines Group. The split, finalised in a formal filing to the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) on December 29, 2025, follows a phased winding down of reciprocal benefits that began earlier in the autumn. Read More →
ROUTES Dec 18, 2025 Alaska Airlines Defends Home Turf with 7 Strategic New Routes for 2026 Alaska Airlines sent a clear message to its competitors: the Pacific Northwest and the Great Land belong to the Eskimo. In a major network offensive, the Seattle-based carrier unveiled seven new nonstop routes from its hubs in Anchorage (ANC) and Portland (PDX), marking its largest-ever summer schedule for both cities. Read More →
NEWS Aug 06, 2025 Alaska Airlines Launching 787 Service to London, Rome Alaska Airlines is sharpening its aspirations to become a more premium long-haul airline. The carrier announced two new transatlantic routes launching in the Spring of 2026 alongside a new brand identity that will be sported by its growing fleet of Boeing 787s. Read More →
NEWS Nov 18, 2024 Hawaiian Airlines Launches Huaka’i by Hawaiian, Special Discount Program for Hawaii Residents Hawaiian Airlines launched Huaka’i by Hawaiian, a free discount program for Hawaii residents. Members can enjoy a whole suite of discounts and benefits, including a free checked bag on all Neighbor Island flights, and either 10% or 20% off one Neighbor Island flight every three months. Read More →
NEWS Nov 18, 2024 Alaska and Hawaiian Airlines Announce First Route Changes Since Merger Alaska and Hawaiian Airlines have announced their first coordinated capacity change since Alaska Air Group acquired Hawaiian. Let's examine what this entails. Read More →
NEWS Oct 30, 2024 Attempted Hijacking of Alaska Airlines 737 Leaves 3 Injured A man managed to enter an Alaska Airlines aircraft, attempting to enter the cockpit and fly the plane. Read what happened at the Montana airport and what his explanation was for his felonies. Read More →
NEWS Oct 26, 2024 Alaska Airlines Tests Reusable Beverage Cups on Minneapolis to Seattle Flight Alaska Airlines has experimented with using reusable plastic cups on an October 20 flight. See how these cups help reduce waste and read about other initiatives the airline has taken to preserve the environment. Read More →