News releases
The releases are listed in chronological order and are archived by year.
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Jan 10, 2013
Alaska Airlines announced today that Aaron Nee, 16, of Honolulu is the winner of the "Spirit of the Islands" Paint-the-Plane contest. His artwork will adorn an Alaska Airlines Boeing 737-800...
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Jan 9, 2013
Horizon Air and the International Brotherhood of Teamsters announced today that the carrier's 610 pilots ratified an agreement to extend the current contract for three years, creating a new...
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Jan 4, 2013
Alaska Air Group Inc. (NYSE: ALK) today reported December and year-end operational results for its subsidiaries, Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air, and on a combined basis. Detailed information is...
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Jan 2, 2013
Alaska Air Group, Inc. (NYSE: ALK), the parent company of Alaska Airlines, Inc., and Horizon Air Industries, Inc., will announce its fourth quarter and full year 2012 financial results on...
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Dec 20, 2012
Alaska Airlines and Aeromexico, Mexico's global airline, today announced their new frequent flier and codeshare agreement to connect each other's networks and bring more options to travelers...
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Dec 20, 2012iPhone app coming in January
Alaska Airlines has upgraded its Android app to enable travelers to conveniently purchase tickets whenever they're carrying their smart phone. The airline will roll out the same feature for its...
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Dec 12, 2012
Alaska Airlines today launched "Deals and Destinations," a Windows 8 travel application that alerts fliers to airfare deals from their hometown and to cities where their friends live. The app is...
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Dec 11, 2012
Starting today, Hawaii residents are invited to vote for their favorite design that best represents the unique culture of the Aloha State in Alaska Airlines' "Paint the Plane" contest. The public...
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Dec 5, 2012
Alaska Air Group Inc. (NYSE: ALK) today reported November operational results for its subsidiaries, Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air, and on a combined basis. Detailed information is provided...
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Nov 28, 2012
Alaska Airlines has promoted Ron Calvin to managing director of inflight operations, with responsibility for the carrier's flight attendant bases in Anchorage, Los Angeles, Portland and Seattle....
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Nov 26, 2012Air fares start at $49* one way for travel in the new year
Alaska Airlines launches a Cyber Monday sale today for travel after the holidays featuring low one-way fares starting at $49* from Reno, Nev., to San Jose, Calif., $59* from Seattle to San...
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Nov 21, 2012Making flying easier for our wired customers during the holidays
Alaska Airlines is powering up customer waiting areas at its major airports with electrical outlets that make it easier for travelers with electronic devices. At its airport gates in Anchorage,...
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Nov 20, 2012Ten days left for Hawaii keiki to submit artwork that may adorn a 737-800 aircraft
School-aged children in Hawaii have just 10 more days to submit their artwork for Alaska Airlines' statewide "Paint the Plane" contest. The contest is a partnership between the airline, Hawaii...
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Nov 16, 2012Double miles and introductory fares now available starting from $129* for San Diego-Boston flights
Alaska Airlines announced today it will begin new service between San Diego and Boston starting March 29 and between San Diego and Lihue, Kauai, on June 7, 2013. Tickets are available for purchase...
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Nov 15, 2012Being prepared will help fliers navigate busy airports this season
Alaska Airlines offers the following tips for passengers to help ensure their travel is as stress-free as possible during the busy holiday season. Learn more about Alaska Airlines' "Top Five Tips...
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Nov 8, 2012Cabin enhancements include innovative seats, larger overhead bins and softer lighting
Alaska Airlines today introduced its first 737-900ER, which carries more passengers, flies farther and is the most fuel-efficient aircraft the carrier operates. Passengers traveling on Alaska's...
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Nov 8, 2012
Alaska Air Group's board of directors and Chairman Bill Ayer announced today that Eric Yeaman, president and CEO of Hawaiian Telcom, has been appointed to the board of directors of Alaska Air...
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Nov 8, 2012
Alaska Air Group's board of directors and CEO Brad Tilden announced today the elections of four executive officers. Keith Loveless, who serves as vice president, legal and corporate affairs,...
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Nov 5, 2012Portland-Kauai, Bellingham-Maui and Anchorage-Kona flights begin this month
Alaska Airlines is launching three new routes linking the West Coast and the Hawaiian Islands, with new seasonal service between Portland, Ore., and Kauai beginning Nov 5; between Bellingham,...
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Nov 5, 2012
Alaska Air Group Inc. (NYSE: ALK) today reported October operational results for its subsidiaries, Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air, and on a combined basis. Detailed information is provided below....
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Nov 2, 2012
Horizon Air and the International Brotherhood of Teamsters announced today they have reached tentative agreement to extend the current contract for the carrier's 610 pilots for six years. "I'm...
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Nov 1, 2012Introductory one-way fares available for as low as $99* for travel through May 31, 2013
Alaska Airlines today announced new twice-daily service between Seattle and Salt Lake City. Year-round flights to the "Crossroads of the West" are scheduled to begin April 4, 2013, and are...
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Oct 31, 2012Community members from across the Aloha State will help select winning designs
Alaska Airlines, in partnership with the Hawaii State Department of Education and the Hawaii Association of Independent Schools, has appointed a 10-member judging panel for its statewide "Paint...
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Oct 25, 2012
Third quarter highlights with comparison to 2011: Reported record third quarter net income, excluding special items, of $150.3 million, or $2.09 per diluted share, compared to adjusted net income...
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Oct 18, 2012Low fares starting at $149* available today for travel through May 28, 2013
Alaska Airlines today announced it will expand its Anchorage-Los Angeles service starting April 8, 2013, a route the carrier has flown during the summer for several years. The expanded service...
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Oct 12, 2012
Alaska Airlines today launched nonstop service between Orlando, Fla., and San Diego. The carrier will fly between the two cities five times a week. "We're thrilled to launch our fourth new market...
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Oct 11, 2012737 MAX comprises most of order--the largest in carrier's history
Alaska Airlines today announced an order for 50 Boeing aircraft, including the 737 MAX—the new engine variant of the world's best-selling airliner. The aircraft, which will be delivered between...
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Oct 8, 2012Sprint network outage in Seattle affect flights system-wide
A Sprint fiber network cable severed in the Seattle area significantly delayed Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air flights today. Sprint provides the airlines with connectivity to SABRE, the system...
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Oct 4, 2012'Salmon-Thirty-Salmon II' aircraft underscores airline's role in transporting Alaska seafood
Weighing in at 91,000 pounds, the world's largest salmon landed in Anchorage today to a cheering crowd of hundreds of Alaska Airlines employees and seafood industry executives. Stretching nearly...
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Oct 3, 2012
Tammy Young has joined Alaska Air Group as vice president of human resources. Young will oversee employee benefits, compensation, training and development, recruitment, workers compensation and...
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Oct 3, 2012
Alaska Air Group Inc. (NYSE: ALK) today reported September operational results for its subsidiaries, Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air, and on a combined basis. Detailed information is provided...
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Oct 2, 2012
Alaska Air Group Inc. (NYSE: ALK), the parent company of Alaska Airlines Inc. and Horizon Air Industries Inc., will announce its third quarter 2012 financial results on Thursday, Oct. 25. A...
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Sep 26, 2012Completes previous $50 million repurchase program
Alaska Air Group (NYSE: ALK) announced today that its board of directors has approved a stock repurchase program authorizing the company to buy up to $250 million of its common stock. The program...
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Sep 25, 2012Discounts on air fares, Vacations packages and shipping
Alaska Airlines launched its Permanent Fund Dividend sale today, featuring savings on air fares, Vacations packages and 25 percent off freight shipping within the state of Alaska. The special PFD...
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Sep 24, 2012Students invited to share state's culture and the 'Spirit of the Islands' on a 737 airliner
Alaska Airlines is inviting school-aged children in Hawai'i to create artwork honoring the unique culture of the Aloha State that will adorn a Boeing 737-800 in a "Paint the Plane" contest. In...
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Sep 17, 2012Double Mileage Plan miles offered* on new route through Oct. 29
Alaska Airlines is launching daily nonstop flights between Seattle and San Antonio, Texas, today. "San Antonio is the second-largest city in Texas and has a variety of great attractions for...
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Sep 13, 2012Flight status information also available via text now
Travel on Alaska Airlines got easier for smart phone users today with the launch of mobile booking, which allows customers to buy tickets from any mobile device. The carrier also rolled out Flight...
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Sep 12, 2012
Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air inflight recycling programs diverted more than 800 tons of inflight waste from landfills last year, including some 230 tons of aluminum and 185 tons of paper....
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Sep 6, 2012
Alaska Air Group Inc. (NYSE: ALK) today reported August operational results for its subsidiaries, Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air, and on a combined basis. Detailed information is provided below....
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Aug 29, 2012
Alaska Air Group Inc. (NYSE: ALK), the parent company of Alaska Airlines Inc. and Horizon Air Industries Inc., today announced it will webcast a presentation by Brandon Pedersen, Alaska's vice...
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Aug 28, 2012Six World War II veterans onboard first flight to visit national WWII Memorial
Alaska Airlines and the Port of Portland today inaugurated new nonstop service between Portland, Ore., and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport in Washington. D.C. Elected officials from...
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Aug 21, 2012Low fares starting at $59* between Reno and Bay Area;
Alaska Airlines launched a sale today offering low fares throughout the United States (including Alaska and Hawaii), Canada and Mexico. One-way fares start at $59* between Reno, Nevada, and San...
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Aug 6, 2012
Horizon Air President Glenn Johnson apologized to a customer on Facebook today after the man's trip to visit his daughter was interrupted and a fellow traveler recounted the experience on the...
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Aug 3, 2012
Alaska Air Group Inc. (NYSE: ALK) today reported July operational results for its subsidiaries, Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air, and on a combined basis. Detailed information is provided below....
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Jul 26, 2012
Second quarter highlights with comparison to 2011: Reported record second quarter net income, excluding special items, of $110.8 million, or $1.53 per diluted share, compared to adjusted net income of
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Jul 24, 2012Forty-year-old facility to receive estimated $230 million upgrade
The Port of Seattle Commission gave final design authorization today for an estimated $230 million renovation of the north satellite at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to better serve...
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Jul 18, 2012
Alaska Airlines announced today that the carrier's 587 ramp service and stores agents have ratified a new six-year contract. The agreement was approved by 91 percent of the members of the...
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Jul 17, 2012Carrier offers double Mileage Plan miles on new route
Alaska Airlines today launched new daily nonstop service between Seattle and Fort Lauderdale, Fla. Broward County Commissioner Barbara Sharief joined Alaska Airlines employees and community...
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Jul 5, 2012
Alaska Air Group Inc. (NYSE: ALK) today reported June operational results for its subsidiaries, Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air, and on a combined basis. Detailed information is provided below....
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Jul 3, 2012
Alaska Air Group, Inc. (NYSE: ALK), the parent company of Alaska Airlines, Inc., and Horizon Air Industries, Inc., will announce its second quarter 2012 financial results on Thursday, July 26,...
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Jun 27, 2012
Northwest residents from Vancouver, British Columbia, to Seattle will have more options to escape the rain starting Nov. 8 when Alaska Airlines launches new seasonal service between Bellingham,...
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Jun 12, 2012
Alaska Airlines ranked highest in airline customer satisfaction among traditional network carriers for the fifth consecutive year by J.D. Power and Associates in its 2012 North America Airline...
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Jun 12, 2012Long-term Pact Covers Carrier's Ramp Service and Stores Agents
Alaska Airlines and the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAMAW) jointly announced today they have reached tentative agreement on a new six-year contract covering the...
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Jun 12, 2012Introductory one-way tickets available starting at $249*
Alaska residents will have convenient access to some of Hawaii's best snorkeling and the world-famous Kilauea volcano starting Nov. 10 when Alaska Airlines begins new weekly service between...
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Jun 11, 2012Double Mileage Plan™ miles offered on new route through Aug. 6
Alaska Airlines inaugurates daily nonstop service today between Philadelphia and Seattle. Philadelphia Mayor Michael A. Nutter and other dignitaries will welcome the first flight to the City of...
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Jun 5, 2012
Alaska Air Group Inc. (NYSE: ALK) today reported May operational results for its subsidiaries, Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air, and on a combined basis. Detailed information is provided below....
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May 31, 2012Carrier unveils sports-themed aircraft and celebrates start of three new intra-California flights from San Diego
Alaska Airlines today unveiled a specially painted Aztec plane with San Diego State University's logo and hallmark scarlet and black colors before a crowd of cheering students, alumni, faculty and...
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May 31, 2012Carrier offers introductory $169* fare and double Mileage Plan miles on new route
Alaska Airlines announced today it will launch nonstop service between San Diego and Orlando, Fla., beginning Oct. 11, 2012. The carrier will fly between the two cities five times a week. "We're...
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May 30, 2012Fares start at $159* for new daily flights, double miles also offered
Alaska Airlines announced today that it will start service between Portland, Ore., and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport in Washington, D.C., on Aug. 28, following government approval of...
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May 30, 2012Flights begin Sept. 17 with fares available from $139*
Alaska Airlines will launch service between Seattle and San Antonio, Texas, starting Sept. 17. The dominant carrier along the West Coast, Alaska Airlines now serves 16 destinations east of the...
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May 23, 2012
Halle Hutchison has joined Alaska Airlines as managing director of brand and marketing communications. Hutchison will oversee Alaska Airlines' product marketing, sponsorships, advertising and...
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May 22, 2012Convenient alternative helps expedite travelers through check-in
Alaska Airlines is debuting self-bag tagging for customers traveling out of Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. The process allows customers to print and attach their own luggage tags from a...
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May 21, 2012Local radio stations hosting online contest for seats onboard May 31 inaugural flight
San Diego State University's hallmark scarlet and black colors and logo will soon be featured on an Alaska Airlines 76-seat Bombardier Q400 turboprop. To celebrate, Alaska and the university are...
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May 18, 2012Top restaurant chefs compete in 'Copper Chef Cook-off'
Alaska Air Cargo delivered the season's first shipment of Copper River salmon today to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. The arrival of Copper River salmon marks the start of the summer salmon...
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May 17, 2012Introductory one-way fares starting at $199* offered through May 24
Alaska Airlines announced today it will offer four flights a week between Portland, Ore., and Kauai, Hawaii, starting Nov. 5. The new seasonal service is in addition to flights Alaska offers from...
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May 15, 2012Alaska Airlines President Succeeds Bill Ayer, Who Remains as Chairman
Alaska Airlines President Brad Tilden becomes chief executive officer of Alaska Air Group and its subsidiary carriers, Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air, at the company's annual shareholder meeting...
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May 14, 2012New nonstop daily flight to Reagan National will begin by Sept. 8
Alaska Airlines will offer a daily nonstop flight between Portland, Ore., and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport by Sept. 8, following U.S. Department of Transportation approval today of...
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May 14, 2012'Salmon-Thirty-Salmon II' aircraft underscores carrier's role in transporting Alaska seafood
Alaska Airlines and the Alaska Seafood Marketing Institute today unveiled the world's largest king salmon. Stretching nearly 129 feet, the fish-themed design will adorn a Boeing 737-800 and be...
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May 10, 2012
Alaska Air Group, Inc. (NYSE: ALK), the parent company of Alaska Airlines, Inc., and Horizon Air Industries, Inc., today announced it will webcast a presentation by Brandon Pedersen, Alaska's vice...
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May 7, 2012Carrier is North America Launch Customer for Innovative, Award-Winning Seat Design
Alaska Airlines and Recaro Aircraft Seating announced today that the carrier is the North America launch customer for an innovative main cabin seat that provides more legroom for air travelers....
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May 7, 2012Chance to win one of four trips to Disneyland; one winning entry includes a night in VIP suite
Alaska Airlines today announced a Dream Suite Sweepstakes where a lucky traveler has a chance to win a trip to Disneyland® Resort, including round-trip airfare for up to four people on Alaska...
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May 3, 2012
Alaska Air Group Inc. (NYSE: ALK) today reported April operational results for its subsidiaries, Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air, and on a combined basis. Detailed information is provided below....
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Apr 19, 2012
First quarter highlights with comparison to 2011: Reported first quarter net income, excluding special items, of $28.3 million, or $0.39 per diluted share, compared to net income of $29.5 million, or
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Apr 17, 2012Carrier discounting fares 10 percent system-wide and donates miles to The Nature Conservancy in honor of Earth Day
Alaska Airlines is celebrating Earth Day with the launch of "Save Green. Give Green.," a one-day promotion offering customers 10 percent off airfare to all cities the carrier serves. As part of...
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Apr 10, 2012
Alaska Airlines today inaugurates nonstop daily service between the Bay Area and Hawaii, adding Honolulu to the list of island destinations the carrier serves from Oakland and San Jose, Calif. The...
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Apr 9, 2012Providing a safe and comfortable travel experience for four-legged friends
Alaska Airlines today announced an exclusive partnership with Banfield® Pet Hospital, the nation's largest general veterinary practice, to help travelers prepare their pets for takeoff. With more...
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Apr 4, 2012
Alaska Air Group Inc. (NYSE: ALK) today reported March operational results for its subsidiaries, Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air, and on a combined basis. Detailed information is provided below....
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Apr 3, 2012Introductory fares available from $69*
Alaska Airlines announced today it will launch a new daily nonstop flight between Portland, Ore., and Pasco, Wash., starting Aug. 27, on Bombardier Q400 aircraft operated by Horizon Air. "We're...
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Apr 2, 2012
Alaska Air Group, Inc. (NYSE: ALK), the parent company of Alaska Airlines, Inc., and Horizon Air Industries, Inc., will announce its first quarter 2012 financial results on Thursday, April 19,...
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Apr 2, 2012Many great features of alaskaair.com for travelers on the go
Alaska Airlines launched a new mobile website today that provides customers quick and easy access to their most important travel information from a mobile device. The site allows customers to...
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Mar 27, 2012High-tech amenities include 'Airport of the Future' and power outlets at the gates
Alaska Airlines today unveiled its "Airport of the Future" at Los Angeles International Airport in a newly remodeled Terminal 6, where the carrier has replaced traditional ticket counters with...
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Mar 12, 2012Carrier urges customers to make their voices heard at alaskaair.com/flyDCA
Alaska Airlines today applied for two new flights at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, the closest airport to the nation's capital. The airline's bid would provide nonstop service from...
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Mar 9, 2012Fares as low as $179* one way on select flights
Alaska Airlines expands its Bay Area to Hawaii flying starting this Sunday with new daily nonstop service from Oakland and San Jose, Calif., to Lihue on the island of Kauai and Kona on the Big...
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Mar 9, 2012
Alaska Airlines inaugurates nonstop daily service between Seattle and Kansas City, Mo., on Monday, March 12. "We're delighted to introduce our award-winning customer service and smiling Eskimo to...
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Mar 7, 2012
Alaska Airlines has named Captain John Hornibrook the carrier's chief pilot, overseeing its 1,416 line pilots. Hornibrook joined Alaska Airlines as a second officer in March 1991 and quickly...
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Mar 6, 2012
Alaska Air Group, Inc. (NYSE: ALK), the parent company of Alaska Airlines, Inc., and Horizon Air Industries, Inc., today announced it will webcast a presentation by Brad Tilden, Alaska Air Group...
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Mar 5, 2012
Alaska Air Group Inc. (NYSE: ALK) reported February operational results today for its subsidiaries, Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air, and on a combined basis. Detailed information is provided...
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Feb 29, 2012
Alaska Air Group paid annual bonuses totaling $53.8 million today to nearly all of its 12,800 employees for exceeding the company's 2011 operational and financial goals. The bonus of about 6.7...
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Feb 28, 2012
Alaska Airlines will serve as the official airline sponsor of the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race, marking the 34th year the carrier has supported the event. "We are proud to be a sponsor of the Last...
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Feb 24, 2012Carrier commemorates milestone by giving away 100 free tickets* to Honolulu
Alaska Airlines and its sister carrier, Horizon Air, are celebrating 25 years of service to Bellingham International Airport this month. To commemorate the milestone anniversary, Alaska Airlines...
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Feb 17, 2012Mileage Plan members can earn double miles on flights through March 27
Alaska Airlines today inaugurates new seasonal service between San Jose and Palm Springs, Calif. The new nonstop route operates through June 2. After a hiatus from June 3 to Oct. 4, seasonal...
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Feb 17, 2012
The Alaska Air Group board of directors announced today that Mark Eliasen has been elected vice president - finance and treasurer. Eliasen will be responsible for Air Group financing, fuel...
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Feb 16, 2012Company also announces $50 million share repurchase program
Alaska Air Group (NYSE: ALK) announced today that its board of directors has declared a two-for-one stock split to be effected in the form of a stock dividend. The additional shares will be...
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Feb 16, 2012Alaska Airlines President Brad Tilden to Succeed Ayer
The Alaska Air Group board of directors and Bill Ayer, chairman and chief executive officer, announced today that Ayer will retire as CEO of Air Group and its subsidiary carriers, Alaska Airlines...
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Feb 7, 2012Carrier offers introductory fares and double Mileage Plan™ miles on new routes
Alaska Airlines announced today it will launch new daily nonstop service between Seattle and Philadelphia, starting June 11, and between Seattle and Fort Lauderdale, Fla., beginning July 16, 2012....
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Feb 3, 2012
Alaska Air Group Inc. (NYSE: ALK) today reported January operational results for its subsidiaries, Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air, and on a combined basis. Detailed information is provided below....
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Feb 1, 2012Iconic Pacific Northwest companies celebrate with 'Travel Tuesday' ticket giveaway during February
Alaska Airlines begins serving freshly brewed Starbucks® coffee today to customers onboard all flights. "We're proud to offer customers premium coffee from the world's most well-known coffee...
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Jan 26, 2012
Fourth quarter and full-year highlights with comparison to 2010: Fourth quarter net income, excluding special items, of $37.2 million, or $1.02 per diluted share, compared to net income of $47.4...
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Jan 25, 2012
Alaska Air Group, Inc. (NYSE: ALK), the parent company of Alaska Airlines, Inc., and Horizon Air Industries, Inc., today announced it will webcast a presentation by Brandon Pedersen, Alaska's vice...
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Jan 20, 2012Se aconseja a los clientes verificar el estatus actual de los vuelos en alaskaair.com; es posible que siga habiendo cancelaciones y retraso de vuelos por las variables condiciones climáticas
La lluvia helada y la nieve siguen afectando las operaciones de Alaska Airlines y Horizon Air, lo que obligó a las empresas de transporte a cancelar 310 vuelos hacia y desde Seattle en las...