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Alaska Air Group Inc (NYSE: ALK) operates Alaska Airlines, Horizon Air, and Hawaiian Airlines, maintaining a leadership position in North American aviation through operational excellence and customer-focused service. This news hub provides investors and industry professionals with direct access to the company's official communications and strategic developments.
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Alaska Airlines has partnered with Expedia Group to launch Stays by Alaska Vacations, offering exclusive deals on over 900,000 hotel and vacation rental properties worldwide. Alaska Mileage Plan members will earn one mile per dollar spent, while Alaska Airlines Visa Signature® cardholders earn an additional three miles per dollar on eligible pre-paid stays. Members can also redeem miles for bookings, with cardholders enjoying preferred redemption rates.
This partnership enhances Alaska's industry-leading loyalty program, allowing guests to earn and redeem miles while saving on accommodations. The collaboration follows the earlier launch of Packages by Alaska Vacations, offering package-only discounts on airfare, hotels, car rentals, and activities. Both initiatives aim to provide a seamless, end-to-end travel experience for Alaska Airlines customers.
Alaska Airlines (NYSE: ALK) celebrates the grand opening of Portland International Airport's renovated terminal, introducing innovative technology to enhance the travel experience. As the largest carrier at PDX for over 20 years, Alaska now offers 110 peak daily flights to 55 nonstop destinations. The airline has implemented a 'lobby of the future' experience, featuring:
- Custom iPad-powered bag tag stations
- Automated Bag Drop stations with ID-matching technology
- Streamlined check-in process, aiming to move guests through in five minutes or less
Alaska Airlines continues to expand, with new routes to Miami, Nashville, Atlanta, and New Orleans. A new 12,000+ square foot Lounge is scheduled to open in 2026, offering a modern Pacific Northwest atmosphere.
Alaska Airlines has announced an investment in JetZero, a company developing a blended-wing body (BWB) aircraft that promises up to 50% less fuel burn and lower emissions. This investment, made through Alaska Star Ventures (ASV), aligns with Alaska's goal of achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2040. The BWB aircraft integrates wings and fuselage into a single shape, reducing aerodynamic drag and weight. This innovative design is expected to result in lower carbon emissions, reduced operating costs, and improved passenger comfort. JetZero is collaborating with the US Air Force, NASA, and the FAA to bring this revolutionary aircraft to market, potentially reshaping the future of aviation.
Alaska Airlines (ALK) is elevating its First Class dining experience through a partnership with Michelin-starred chef Brandon Jew of Mister Jiu's restaurant. Starting August 28, 2024, First Class passengers on flights between San Francisco (SFO) and New York (JFK) can enjoy Chef Jew's signature dishes, including congee, black cod, and braised duck. The menu features high-quality, locally sourced ingredients and blends Chinese techniques with seasonal Bay Area produce.
This collaboration aligns with Alaska's history of partnering with premium West Coast brands. The airline is also donating $5,000 to Gum Moon Women's Residence in support of Chef Jew's charitable efforts. Additionally, Alaska has expanded its Main Cabin menu to include hot meals on flights over 1,100 miles, offering up to five chef-curated dishes available for pre-order.
Alaska Airlines has renewed its partnership with Air Space Intelligence (ASI), creator of the Flyways AI platform. This renewal underscores Alaska's commitment to AI-powered innovation and fuel efficiency. Over the past four years, Flyways has optimized routes for 55% of Alaska's flights, delivering 3-5% fuel savings on flights longer than four hours. In 2023, it saved over 1.2 million gallons of fuel, equivalent to 11,958 megatons of CO2 emissions.
The Flyways AI platform analyzes data on weather, winds, turbulence, airspace constraints, and air traffic to generate optimized route recommendations. This partnership supports Alaska's goal of becoming the most fuel-efficient U.S. airline by 2025 and its long-term path to net zero carbon emissions.
Alaska Airlines (ALK) has unveiled its newest Alaska Lounge at San Francisco International Airport's Harvey Milk Terminal 1. The 11,000 square foot space marks the completion of a two-year, $30 million relocation project and aligns with the company's $3 billion investment to enhance infrastructure and guest experience at major West Coast hubs. The lounge features:
- Contemporary bar with premium beverages
- Hand-crafted espresso beverages
- Complimentary food selection
- Two made-to-order pancake machines
- 55% more seating compared to the previous lounge
- TalkBox® booths for privacy
- LEED Gold certification design
Alaska Airlines is now the largest carrier at the terminal, serving approximately 5 million guests annually at SFO. The airline offers extensive connectivity to oneworld Alliance members and global partners, with over 130 weekly flights to 18 international destinations from SFO.
Alaska Air Group (NYSE: ALK) reported strong financial results for Q2 2024, with a record quarterly revenue and an adjusted pretax margin of 15.8%, expected to lead the industry. The company achieved a net income of $220 million ($1.71 per share) under GAAP, and $327 million ($2.55 per share) excluding special items. Alaska Air Group maintained a high completion rate of 99.5% and reached a tentative agreement with flight attendants. The company also expanded its fleet, network, and partnerships, while focusing on sustainability initiatives and receiving multiple awards for customer satisfaction and employee diversity.
Alaska Airlines (ALK) has announced a major expansion of First Class and Premium seating across its mainline fleet, adding 1.3 million premium seats annually. Starting September 2024, the airline will begin retrofitting over 200 aircraft, including 737-900ERs, 737-800s, and 737-9 MAX planes. Key changes include:
- Increasing First Class seats from 12 to 16 on 737-800s
- Expanding Premium Class from 24 to 30 seats on 737-900ERs and 737-9 MAX
- Enhancing seat features with improved device holders, USB-C charging, and 6-way headrests
The expansion aims to meet growing demand for premium products, with First Class and Premium Class revenues up 8% and 6% respectively in the latest quarter. The retrofit will be completed by summer 2026, maintaining four lavatories per aircraft for passenger convenience.
Alaska Air Group, the parent company of Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air Industries, announced a webcast for its 2024 second-quarter financial results. The conference call will be held on July 18, 2024, at 11:30 a.m. EDT / 8:30 a.m. PDT. The public can access the webcast through the company's investor relations website, where an archive of the call will also be available later that morning.
Alaska Airlines, alongside its regional partners, services over 120 destinations across multiple countries including the United States, Belize, Canada, Costa Rica, and Mexico. The airline is known for its customer service and loyalty program and is a member of the oneworld global alliance, enabling its guests to travel to over 900 destinations worldwide.
Alaska Airlines announced the expansion of its winter travel options with 18 new nonstop routes to various sun and ski destinations. The new routes include the airline's first-ever service to Vail, Colorado, from San Diego and Seattle, as well as flights to popular ski locations like Kelowna, BC from Los Angeles, and Reno from San Diego. Additionally, new routes to sun-soaked destinations include Liberia, Costa Rica, and various locations in Mexico.
The expansion also includes new services from Boise to Bozeman and Santa Ana, and Orlando from Boise and Sacramento. Tickets are available from July 10, 2024, on alaskaair.com. The airline aims to cater to both leisure and adventure travelers with increased connectivity and premium travel experiences.
Highlights include the introduction of daily flights from Fresno to Guadalajara, and the only U.S. carrier to connect New York state with Puerto Vallarta. Alaska Airlines emphasizes enhancing customer experience with no change fees, generous Mileage Plan, and high-quality food and beverages.
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