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Alaska Airlines reveals "Our Commitment" aircraft in partnership with UNCF

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Wednesday, April 28, 2021
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b'SEATTLE, April 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Alaska Airlines\' "Our Commitment" aircraft took to the skies in partnership with UNCF (United Negro College Fund), a symbol of the airline\'s promise to create a place where everyone sees themselves and belongs.

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  • b'SEATTLE, April 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Alaska Airlines\' "Our Commitment" aircraft took to the skies in partnership with UNCF (United Negro College Fund), a symbol of the airline\'s promise to create a place where everyone sees themselves and belongs.
  • With this aircraft, we are doing the right thing by amplifying the conversation around education, equity and belonging and taking it to the skies," said Ben Minicucci, Alaska Airlines CEO.
  • "\nThe aircraft embodies Alaska\'s long-term partnership with UNCF , the largest scholarship provider for students of color and an organization dedicated to enabling under-represented students to become highly-qualified college graduates.
  • Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air are subsidiaries of Alaska Air Group (NYSE: ALK).\nView original content to download multimedia: http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/alaska-airlines-reveals-our-comm...\n'

Alaska Airlines commits to carbon, waste and water goals for 2025, announces path to net zero by 2040

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Wednesday, April 21, 2021
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"The pandemic sharpened the clarity of our purpose and led us a stronger path forward.

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  • "The pandemic sharpened the clarity of our purpose and led us a stronger path forward.
  • Learn more about Alaska Airlines\' Diversity, Equity and Inclusion efforts at blog.alaskaair.com .\nAlaska Airlines and its regional partners serve more than 120 destinations across the United States and to Mexico, Canada and Costa Rica.
  • The airline emphasizes Next-Level Care for its guests, along with providing low fares, award-winning customer service and sustainability efforts.
  • Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air are subsidiaries of Alaska Air Group (NYSE: ALK).\nView original content to download multimedia: http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/alaska-airlines-commits-to-carbo...\n'

Alaska Air Group to announce financial results

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Monday, April 5, 2021
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SEATTLE, April 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Alaska Air Group, Inc., the parent company of Alaska Airlines, Inc. and Horizon Air Industries Inc., will announce its 2021 first quarter financial results on Thursday, April 22, 2021.

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  • SEATTLE, April 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Alaska Air Group, Inc., the parent company of Alaska Airlines, Inc. and Horizon Air Industries Inc., will announce its 2021 first quarter financial results on Thursday, April 22, 2021.
  • Alaska Airlines and its regional partners serve more than 120 destinationsacross the United States and to Mexico, Canada and Costa Rica.
  • On March 31, 2021, Alaska became the 14th member of oneworld.
  • Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air are subsidiaries of Alaska Air Group (NYSE: ALK).

Alaska Airlines Board of Directors elects new inflight vice president

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Tuesday, March 23, 2021
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SEATTLE, March 23, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Alaska Airlines announced today that Travis Gelbrich will serve as the airline's new vice president of inflight.

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  • SEATTLE, March 23, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Alaska Airlines announced today that Travis Gelbrich will serve as the airline's new vice president of inflight.
  • Prior to joining Alaska, Gelbrich worked 20 years at Microsoft in multiple leadership roles focused on customer service, experience and advocacy.
  • "Travis is highly respected for delivering results, while engaging his teams and working together toward a common goal," said Gary Beck, executive vice president and chief operating officer at Alaska Airlines.
  • Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air are subsidiaries of Alaska Air Group (NYSE: ALK).

Alaska Airlines appoints Constance von Muehlen Chief Operating Officer

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Monday, March 22, 2021
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SEATTLE, March 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Today, Alaska Air Group announced the appointment of Constance von Muehlen as Chief Operating Officer of Alaska Airlines, effective April 3, 2021.

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  • SEATTLE, March 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Today, Alaska Air Group announced the appointment of Constance von Muehlen as Chief Operating Officer of Alaska Airlines, effective April 3, 2021.
  • Upon assuming this role, von Muehlen will join Alaska's Executive Committee and report to Ben Minicucci, who becomes Chief Executive Officer on March 31, 2021.
  • Prior to that, von Muehlen served as Horizon Air's chief operating officer, where she oversaw the customer service, inflight, pilot, maintenance and system operations control teams.
  • Upon assuming this role, von Muehlen will make Alaska Airlines history by becoming the company's first female COO.

Alaska Airlines takes delivery of its first Boeing 737-9 MAX aircraft

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Monday, January 25, 2021
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SEATTLE, Jan. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Airlines has accepted delivery of its first Boeing 737-9 MAX airplane, marking a new phase of modernizing the airline's fleet in the coming years.

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  • SEATTLE, Jan. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Airlines has accepted delivery of its first Boeing 737-9 MAX airplane, marking a new phase of modernizing the airline's fleet in the coming years.
  • Alaska pilots flew the aircraft on a short flight yesterday from the Boeing Delivery Center at Boeing Field in Seattle to the company's hangar at Sea-Tac International Airport with a small group of Alaska's top leadership on board.
  • It was a proud moment to board our newest 737 aircraft and fly it home," said Alaska Airlines President Ben Minicucci.
  • Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air are subsidiaries of Alaska Air Group (NYSE: ALK).

Alaska Air Group board of directors appoints Daniel Elwell as newest member

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Thursday, January 21, 2021
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SEATTLE, Jan. 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Alaska Air Group announced today the appointment ofDaniel Elwell to the company's board of directors, effective immediately.

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  • SEATTLE, Jan. 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Alaska Air Group announced today the appointment ofDaniel Elwell to the company's board of directors, effective immediately.
  • "We are thrilled to have someone with Dan's expertise and background in the airline and aviation industry join our board," said Brad Tilden, Alaska Air Group Chair and CEO.
  • The total board is comprised of 14 members, with the other two positions filled by Tilden and Alaska Airlines PresidentBen Minicucci.
  • Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air are subsidiaries of Alaska Air Group (NYSE: ALK).

Alaska Airlines adds two new routes from Southern California

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Thursday, January 7, 2021
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With the new flight to Austin, the airline will fly to more than 40 nonstop destinations from LAX this spring.

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  • With the new flight to Austin, the airline will fly to more than 40 nonstop destinations from LAX this spring.
  • Alaska already has nonstop flights to the Texas capital city from five other West Coast cities: Seattle; Portland, Oregon; San Francisco; San Jose, California; and San Diego.
  • Alaska Airlines and its regional partners serve more than 115 destinationsacross the United States and North America.
  • Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air are subsidiaries of Alaska Air Group (NYSE: ALK).

Alaska Air Group to announce financial results

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Monday, January 4, 2021
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SEATTLE, Jan. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Alaska Air Group, Inc., the parent company of Alaska Airlines, Inc. and Horizon Air Industries Inc., will announce its 2020 fourth quarter financial results on Tuesday, Jan. 26, 2021.

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  • SEATTLE, Jan. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Alaska Air Group, Inc., the parent company of Alaska Airlines, Inc. and Horizon Air Industries Inc., will announce its 2020 fourth quarter financial results on Tuesday, Jan. 26, 2021.
  • Alaska Airlines and its regional partners serve more than 115 destinations across the United States and North America.
  • The airline provides essential air service for our guests along with moving crucial cargo shipments, while emphasizing Next-Level Care.
  • Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air are subsidiaries of Alaska Air Group (NYSE: ALK).

Alaska Airlines announces revisions to its service animal policy

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Tuesday, December 29, 2020
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Effective Jan. 11, 2021, Alaska will only transport service dogs, which are specially trained to perform tasks for the benefit of a qualified individual with a disability.

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  • Effective Jan. 11, 2021, Alaska will only transport service dogs, which are specially trained to perform tasks for the benefit of a qualified individual with a disability.
  • "This regulatory change is welcome news, as it will help us reduce disturbances onboard, while continuing to accommodate our guests traveling with qualified service animals," said Ray Prentice, director of customer advocacy at Alaska Airlines.
  • Under the revised policy, Alaska will accept a maximum of two service dogs per guest in the cabin, to include psychiatric service dogs.
  • Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air are subsidiaries of Alaska Air Group (NYSE: ALK).