News releases
The releases are listed in chronological order and are archived by year.
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Nov 9, 2020Ben Minicucci to become CEO on March 31, 2021; Brad Tilden to continue as Board Chair
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 Airlines and a member of the...
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Oct 22, 2020Alaska Airlines extends blocked middle seats through Jan. 6, 2021
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 of $322...
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Oct 22, 2020Sustainable aviation fuel supplied by industry leader SkyNRG signals new approach for business travel
SEATTLE and REDMOND, Wash. — Oct. 22, 2020 — Microsoft Corp. employees who fly between their global headquarters in Redmond, Washington, and California on Alaska Airlines will fly more...
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Oct 21, 2020
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...
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Oct 20, 2020Data-driven fare sale, powered by ocean waves, expands discounts to Hawaii, California ahead of holiday travel
After the popularity of its first "Swell Deals" fare sale in 2019, Alaska Airlines' data-driven deals are back, giving surfers everywhere one more reason to wish for bigger waves. Starting today,...
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Oct 19, 2020Service introduced on Alaska Day
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....
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Oct 16, 2020
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...
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Oct 9, 2020For a limited time, Mileage Plan members can convert $100 into 10,000 miles
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 $100 wallet...
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Oct 1, 2020Alaska Air Group to announce its 2020 third quarter financial results on October 22
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, October 22, 2020. A...
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Sep 30, 2020West Coast pop-up clinics planned in partnership with Carbon Health to support safe return of travel to the islands
To help guests prepare for Hawaii's pre-travel testing program, Alaska Airlines will partner with Carbon Health to offer rapid COVID-19 testing at its pop-up clinics across the West Coast,...
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Sep 22, 20202020 marks the largest grant cycle in the nonprofit's 20-year history
The nonprofit Alaska Airlines Foundation has awarded $430,000 in LIFT grants to 41 nonprofits in Alaska, California, Hawaii, Oregon and Washington. With this latest round of grants, the Foundation...
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Sep 21, 2020New 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
Everyone is ready for a getaway right about now. Think socially distanced fun by the poolside, the beach, skiing, golfing, you name it. Alaska Airlines wants to make trip planning to terrific...
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Sep 16, 2020Alaska Airlines announces new sale tied to the performance of its Chief Football Officer
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 based on Russell's performance...
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Sep 15, 2020Get the whole row for you and your guest with the middle seat blocked through Oct. 31, 2020
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 flight and get a second ticket...
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Sep 8, 2020
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...
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Sep 1, 2020
Alaska Airlines is giving guests more peace of mind and effective immediately will eliminate change fees on all domestic and international tickets. "COVID has taught us that flexibility in travel...
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Aug 27, 2020Flights from Seattle, San Jose, Calif., and San Diego scheduled to begin in December
It has been a challenging time, and for many the great outdoors has become a safe haven. For Alaska Airlines guests, the Grand Tetons just got a bit closer. Today the airline announced new...
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Aug 25, 2020Airline announces 'From check in to inflight - a more convenient and touch-free experience for guests
With hygiene and safety concerns top of mind, Alaska Airlines is making it easier for guests to travel touch-free. Through improved technology and innovation, Alaska is creating more convenience...
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Aug 20, 2020Partnership expands Alaska's Next-Level Care commitment to health and wellness
Alaska Airlines today announced a partnership with leading personal care brand EO, extending Alaska's Next-Level Care commitment to health and safety and taking self-care to new heights. Starting...
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Aug 7, 2020Flights to include enhanced safety measures for travelers, including blocked middle seats through Oct. 31; stricter face mask policies
Alaska Airlines is launching a two-day "Buy One, Get One" sale for travel to 100+ destinations. From the West Coast to sunny Florida, Mexico and everywhere in between, travelers who purchase a...
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Aug 5, 2020Passengers who do not comply with the requirement will not be permitted to travel
As part of continuing efforts to keep guests and employees safe, Alaska Airlines announced today that all guests must wear a cloth mask or face covering at all times when at the airport or onboard...
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Jul 23, 2020Alaska receives official oneworld invitation
Financial Results: Reported net loss for the second quarter of 2020 under Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) of $214 million, or $1.73 per diluted share, compared to net income of...
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Jul 16, 2020New service from Los Angeles includes flights to Florida, Hawaii, Montana and Oregon
Alaska Airlines announced today seven new routes from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to further connect its guests between Southern California and key markets around the country,...
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Jul 2, 2020Owned aircraft will be used as collateral; McGee Air Services attains PSP relief
Alaska Airlines has secured nearly $1.2 billion in private loans to further secure its financial stability and future during the COVID-19 recovery period, while balancing the appropriate amount of...
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Jul 1, 2020
Alaska Air Group Inc., the parent company of Alaska Airlines Inc. and Horizon Air Industries Inc., will announce its 2020 second quarter financial results on Thursday, July 23, 2020. A conference...
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Jun 30, 2020Guests who refuse to wear face coverings on flights could have future travel suspended
For the safety and health of everyone on board its flights, Alaska Airlines announced today that its flight attendants will be able to issue a final notice to any guest who repeatedly refuses to...
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Jun 22, 2020Opens opportunities for future new service
Alaska Airlines will start flying the Embraer 175 jet aircraft in the state of Alaska starting in October 2020. The E175, operated by regional partner Horizon Air, will serve select markets in Alaska.
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Jun 9, 2020New flyer health agreement to be required at check-in starting June 30; middle seats blocked and capped cabin seating extended through July 31
Alaska Airlines today expanded Next-Level Care, the culmination of nearly 100 different measures put in place to enhance the safety and well-being of guests and employees. "Caring for our guests...
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Jun 1, 2020New promotions reward loyal guests with quicker ways to earn elite status and more miles
Starting today, Alaska Airlines customers and members of the award-winning Mileage Plan have three new promotions to enjoy. In addition to guaranteeing 2020 elite status through 2021, the airline...
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May 15, 2020Trident Seafoods, Ocean Beauty Seafoods, Copper River Marketing Association and Tom Douglas partner to salute local medical professionals
More than 200 health care workers at Swedish Medical Center – Ballard will be among the first to enjoy the season's first catch of prized Copper River salmon. Alaska Air Cargo this morning...
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May 5, 2020
In the news release, Alaska Air Group reports first quarter 2020 results; COVID-19 response, issued 05-May-2020 by Alaska Air Group over PR Newswire, we are advised by the company that in the...
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May 1, 2020
To align with the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommendations and to keep employees and guests safe, face masks will be mandatory for guests starting May 11 and for Alaska Airlines and...
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Apr 29, 2020
Alaska Airlines and BP Alaska are partnering to reinforce the supply chain in Alaska during the current public health emergency. BP Alaska is providing 1 million gallons of Jet A fuel to Alaska...
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Apr 29, 2020
Alaska Air Cargo announced it will fly passenger jets as cargo-only flights to carry essential goods like mail, medical equipment, e-commerce packages and food throughout its domestic network....
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Apr 27, 2020Employees and guests encouraged to support local food banks
Alaska Airlines and the Alaska Airlines Foundation, an independent 501(c)(3) non-profit, have donated more than 1 million meals to help local food banks across the country support the most...
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Apr 23, 2020
Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air finalized agreements today with the U.S. Treasury Department and accepted full disbursement of funds through the Payroll Support Program (PSP) under the Coronavirus...
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Apr 23, 2020
The Alaska Airlines Foundation is awarding $315,000 to 23 nonprofits in Alaska, California, Hawaii, Oregon and Washington. These LIFT grants, the first round of 2020, are in response to urgent...
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Apr 22, 2020
Alaska Air Group Inc., the parent company of Alaska Airlines Inc. and Horizon Air Industries Inc., will announce its 2020 first quarter financial results on Tuesday, May 5, 2020. A conference call...
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Apr 14, 2020
Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air agreed to general terms today with the U.S. Treasury regarding their participation in the Payroll Support Program (PSP) under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and...
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Apr 6, 2020
ANCHORAGE - With the announcement on Sunday of RavnAir Alaska stopping all operations, Alaska Airlines expressed deep concern for the Ravn employees and communities in the state impacted by the news.
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Mar 25, 2020
Alaska Airlines today announced plans to reduce its flight schedule for April and May by approximately 70% following historic and unprecedented falloff in demand related to the COVID-19 outbreak...
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Mar 11, 2020
Alaska Airlines, Inc.'s board of directors today elected Brooke Vatheuer to the new position of vice president strategic performance – Seattle, where she will lead the airline's growing,...
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Mar 6, 2020Southern Ohio city becomes the newest destination for the airline
Alaska Airlines celebrates its continuing growth with the announcement of new service to a brand-new destination for the airline: Cincinnati. Daily nonstop service between Seattle-Tacoma...
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Mar 4, 2020
Alaska Air Group, Inc., the parent company of Alaska Airlines Inc. and Horizon Air Industries Inc., today announced it will webcast a presentation by President Ben Minicucci at the J.P. Morgan...
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Feb 12, 2020
SEATTLE and FORT WORTH, Texas — Today, Alaska Airlines and American Airlines announce an alliance to create more choice for West Coast customers. The expanded relationship between the airlines...
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Jan 28, 2020
Dividend Increase: Announced today a 7% increase in the quarterly dividend, from $0.35 per share to $0.375 per share. This is the seventh time the company has raised the dividend since initiating...
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Jan 23, 2020First U.S. airline to receive STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX® certification for its Luly Yang custom-designed uniform collection
Alaska Airlines is rolling out its new Luly Yang custom-designed uniform collection certified to STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX®, the highest industry standard for safety, making Alaska and Horizon Air...
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Jan 15, 2020
Alaska Airlines announced today it will begin daily nonstop service between Seattle-Tacoma International Airport and Monterey Regional Airport (MRY) in central California, further solidifying...
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Jan 13, 2020
Alaska Air Group Inc. today reported December and full-year operational results on a consolidated basis, for its mainline operations operated by subsidiary Alaska Airlines Inc. and for its...