News releases
The releases are listed in chronological order and are archived by year.
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Dec 14, 2016
Customers get more flights, more low fares, more rewards and more to love; company to unveil co-branded Boeing 737-900ER today featuring a special, one-time livery Highlights of the combination:...
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Dec 12, 2016
Alaska Airlines and the Aircraft Mechanics Fraternal Association (AMFA) today jointly announced tentative agreement on a proposed five-year contract for the carrier's nearly 700 aircraft...
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Dec 7, 2016Airline to schedule closing date soon
Alaska Airlines has agreed to settle a lawsuit brought by private plaintiffs opposing the planned merger of Alaska and Virgin America. The airline has issued the following statement: "We are...
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Dec 6, 2016
The Antitrust Division of the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) today completed its review and approved Alaska Air Group's (NYSE: ALK) acquisition of Virgin America (NASDAQ: VA). Alaska...
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Dec 2, 2016
Alaska Air Group Inc. (NYSE: ALK) today reported November and year-to-date operational results on a consolidated basis, for its mainline operations operated by subsidiary Alaska Airlines, Inc....
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Nov 23, 2016Over $300,000 donated by the Alaska Airlines Foundation in 2016
The Alaska Airlines Foundation is donating $162,500 to 15 nonprofit organizations in the states of Alaska, Hawaii and Washington, as part of a second donation cycle for the year. In 2016,...
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Nov 22, 2016Post-holiday travel report reveals Cyber Monday shoppers book solo travel
Savvy deal-seekers take note: Alaska Airlines' biggest sale of the year is just around the corner and promises to be bigger and better than ever. "Our Cyber Monday sale is a customer favorite...
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Nov 21, 2016
Alaska Airlines today begins new flights between San Diego and Newark, New Jersey, the airline's first nonstop flight between San Diego and the New York City area. "We continue to offer more...
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Nov 16, 2016Nearly 15,000 pounds of toys will be shipped across Alaska
Alaska Airlines, together with the U.S. Marines and Alaska Toys for Tots, is shipping nearly 15,000 pounds of toys across the state of Alaska this holiday season. From Southeast Alaska to the...
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Nov 16, 2016
Alaska Airlines announced plans to continue its expansion from the West Coast with new nonstop service between San Diego and Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport beginning...
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Nov 15, 2016New procedures will increase reliability and reduce weather-related diversions by 95 percent
Alaska Airlines' sister carrier, Horizon Air, has received approval from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to begin using its proprietary Required Navigation Performance (RNP) instrument...
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Nov 14, 2016First of its kind renewable biofuel made from residual wood used by Alaska Airlines
Washington state-based Alaska Airlines today made history flying the first commercial flight using the world's first renewable, alternative jet fuel made from forest residuals, the limbs and...
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Nov 10, 2016Upgrades start at $15, starting in January fliers will enjoy a seat with extra legroom and additional perks
Starting today Alaska Airlines fliers who want a little more legroom will have the option to purchase seats with up to four more inches of space between rows. The airline will debut its Premium...
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Nov 10, 2016
Alaska Airlines inaugurates new weekly flights between Bellingham, Washington (BLI) and Kona (KOA), on the island of Hawaii this Saturday. The nonstop, seasonal service begins Nov. 12 and ends...
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Nov 10, 2016
Alaska Airlines today launches new flights between Portland, Oregon and Newark, New Jersey, the airline's first nonstop flight between Portland and the New York City area. "Alaska Airlines...
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Nov 2, 2016
Alaska Air Group Inc. (NYSE: ALK) today reported October and year-to-date operational results on a consolidated basis, for its mainline operations operated by subsidiary Alaska Airlines, Inc....
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Nov 2, 2016
The board of directors of Alaska Air Group (NYSE: ALK) has declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of 27.5 cents per share. The dividend will be paid on Dec. 1, 2016, to all shareholders of...
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Oct 26, 2016
In anticipation of Veterans Day, Alaska Airlines today unveiled the newest aircraft in its fleet featuring a patriotic special paint theme titled "Honoring Those Who Serve." The 737-900ER is...
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Oct 20, 2016
Financial Highlights: Reported net income for the third quarter under Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) of $256 million, or $2.07 per diluted share, compared to net income of $274...
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Oct 18, 2016Twenty-three veterans will view their war memorials for the first time
Alaska Airlines is flying 23 military veterans and their guardians from the state of Alaska to Washington, D.C., to view their war memorials. Veterans on today's Honor Flight fought in World War...
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Oct 13, 2016
Alaska Air Group, Inc. (NYSE: ALK), the parent company of Alaska Airlines, Inc., and Horizon Air Industries, Inc., will announce its third quarter 2016 financial results on Thursday, Oct. 20,...
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Oct 12, 2016
Alaska Airlines is inviting school age children from across the state of Alaska to help paint a new plane, as part of its "Paint the Plane" sweepstakes. The Boeing 737-700 cargo jet will feature a...
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Oct 11, 2016
The Federal Aviation Administration informed Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air that it has formally accepted each airline's Safety Management System (SMS), capping a five-year effort to develop and...
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Oct 10, 2016
ELLENSBURG, Wash. — Horizon Air, the regional airline flying as Alaska Airlines, and Central Washington University have signed an agreement to establish a pilot development program, which will...
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Oct 4, 2016
Alaska Air Group Inc. (NYSE: ALK) today reported September and year-to-date operational results on a consolidated basis, for its mainline operations operated by subsidiary Alaska Airlines, Inc....