Alaska Airlines is enhancing its First Class dining experience with a new menu created by Michelin-starred chef Brandon Jew, set to launch this spring on select routes. The menu features Cantonese-inspired dishes made with local ingredients, such as Hong Kong …
Alaska Airlines has retired the world’s first Boeing 737-900, marking the end of a significant era for this aircraft model after 24 years of service. Delivered on May 15, 2001, the plane, N302AS, completed its final flight from Seattle-Tacoma International …
Alaska Airlines has officially retired the world’s first Boeing 737-900, registered as N302AS, after nearly 22 years of service. The aircraft completed its final journey to Pinal Airpark in Arizona on April 8, 2025. N302AS, originally Boeing’s test aircraft, played …
Alaska Airlines is revolutionizing pilot training by investing in the first full-motion Boeing 737 virtual reality (VR) simulator, developed by Swiss company Loft Dynamics. This simulator features advanced technology, including a six-degrees-of-freedom platform, 360-degree 3D visuals, and customizable training scenarios, …
An Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 MAX 9 experienced a tire malfunction shortly after takeoff from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Despite the right tire of the left main landing gear blowing off, the flight AS474 safely continued to San Diego International …
Alaska Airlines plans to launch its first European flights in 2026, marking a significant step in its international expansion following its merger with Hawaiian Airlines. CEO Ben Minicucci announced this at a recent event, generating excitement among travelers. Alaska will …
Alaska Airlines will launch nonstop flights between Seattle and Seoul, South Korea, starting September 12, 2025, as part of its international expansion. This route, along with planned flights to Tokyo, aims to strengthen Alaska’s position as a major West Coast …
Over 6,900 Alaska Airlines flight attendants have ratified a new three-year contract, with 95% approval from voters. Effective March 2, 2025, the contract includes increased pay, shorter duty days of 10 hours and 30 minutes, improved scheduling for better work-life …
Alaska Airlines flight attendants have ratified a new three-year contract with overwhelming support, achieving significant improvements in pay and working conditions. With 95% approval from over 6,900 attendants, the contract includes increased compensation, boarding pay, flexible scheduling, and manageable insurance …
Alaska Airlines faces challenges due to Boeing’s extended delivery timelines for the 787-9 Dreamliner and 737 MAX aircraft, disrupting its fleet growth strategy. The airline has ten unfulfilled orders for the 787-9 jets, with deliveries pushed back from 2024-2026 to …
