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Hello there, Cleveland! Hey, Miami! Alaska Airlines now flies to two new destinations

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Thursday, June 16, 2022
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SEATTLE, June 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- With the official start of summer just days away, Alaska Airlines is once again expanding our horizons with the launch of five new routes this week as many of us are eager for fun in the sun in different places.

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  • "Northeast Ohio, South Florida, southern Idaho we're flying new routes and heading to new destinations where our guests want to go," saidBrett Catlin, vice president of network and alliances at Alaska Airlines.
  • "We are truly excited to welcome Alaska Airlines to the Cleveland Market," said Robert Kennedy, Director of Airports, Cleveland Hopkins International Airport.
  • Alaska Airlines andourregional partners serve more than 120 destinations across the United States,Belize, Canada, Costa Rica andMexico.
  • Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air are subsidiaries of Alaska Air Group (NYSE: ALK).

Justin Neff named president of McGee Air Services, a wholly owned subsidiary of Alaska Airlines

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Tuesday, June 7, 2022
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SEATTLE, June 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The board of directors for McGee Air Services Inc. today named Justin Neff president of the wholly-owned ground operations subsidiary of Alaska Airlines.

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  • SEATTLE, June 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The board of directors for McGee Air Services Inc. today named Justin Neff president of the wholly-owned ground operations subsidiary of Alaska Airlines.
  • Neff joins McGee after eight years working at Alaska Airlines, most recently as managing director of engines, material, components and lease management.
  • Prior to his current role he served as the managing director of supply chain management for Alaska.
  • Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air are subsidiaries of Alaska Air Group (NYSE: ALK).

Silver Airways Pilots Ratify Pay & Retention Letter of Agreement

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Friday, June 3, 2022
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WILMINGTON, Ohio, June 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Silver Airways pilots, represented by the Airline Professionals Association Teamsters Local 1224 (APA 1224), today announced that they have ratified a Pay and Retention Letter of Agreement that provides for significant pay increases and retention bonuses.

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  • WILMINGTON, Ohio, June 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Silver Airways pilots, represented by the Airline Professionals Association Teamsters Local 1224 (APA 1224), today announced that they have ratified a Pay and Retention Letter of Agreement that provides for significant pay increases and retention bonuses.
  • The Silver Airways 2022 Pay and Retention Letter of Agreement can be found here.
  • "I congratulate Silver Airways and the pilots on the ratification of this agreement," said Joe Muckle, APA 1224 President.
  • "Silver Airways has demonstrated that its pilots are critically important to the company and these pay improvements are necessary for its growing operation."

Alaska Airlines names new 25-year airline veteran to lead inflight team

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Wednesday, June 1, 2022
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SEATTLE, June 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Airlines' board of directors named Matt Prainito vice president of inflight, as part of the airline's goal to bring together its frontline operation and provide a foundation for growth.

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  • SEATTLE, June 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Airlines' board of directors named Matt Prainito vice president of inflight, as part of the airline's goal to bring together its frontline operation and provide a foundation for growth.
  • A 25-year veteran of the airline, Prainito previously served as vice president of airport and inflight operations at Horizon Air, where he helped the airline return to stability following the pandemic, restoring operations and engaging employees.
  • Alaska Airlines and its regional partners serve more than 120 destinations across the United States and to Mexico, Canada and Costa Rica.
  • Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air are subsidiaries of Alaska Air Group (NYSE: ALK).

Teamsters Oppose Republic Airways' Effort to Weaken Safety

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Thursday, May 19, 2022
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WILMINGTON, Ohio, May 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Airline Professionals Association, Teamsters Local 1224, filed a public comment today opposing Republic Airways' request to allow pilots to operate its aircraft with half the flight experience hours currently required by the FAA.

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  • WILMINGTON, Ohio, May 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Airline Professionals Association, Teamsters Local 1224, filed a public comment today opposing Republic Airways' request to allow pilots to operate its aircraft with half the flight experience hours currently required by the FAA.
  • "We stand by the Flight 3407 family members in their objection to Republic's request for an exemption from the 1500-hours requirement," said Joe Muckle, Airline Professionals Association President.
  • This could impact aviation safety for decades to come," said Muckle.
  • The Airline Professionals Association, Teamsters Local 1224 represents the flight deck crewmembers of ABX Air, Cape Air, Horizon Air, Omni Air, and Silver Airways.

Alaska Airlines names 30-year industry veteran new senior vice president of airport operations

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Wednesday, May 18, 2022
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SEATTLE, May 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Alaska Airlines' board of directors has promoted 30-year airline veteran Wayne Newton to senior vice president of airport operations and customer services.

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  • SEATTLE, May 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Alaska Airlines' board of directors has promoted 30-year airline veteran Wayne Newton to senior vice president of airport operations and customer services.
  • He has also been named the chairman of the McGee Air Services board of directors, an Alaska Airlines subsidiary that provides ground services.
  • Since joining Alaska in 1988 as a ramp service agent, Newton has served the airline's airport operations team in a variety of roles, including as managing director of airport operations at Sea-Tac International Airport.He is currently the vice president of airport operations and customer services, where he is responsible for over 3,200 airport and air cargo employees.
  • "Wayne is an exceptional leader with a strong understanding of Alaska's culture and operations," said Constance von Muehlen, Alaska's executive vice president and chief operating officer.

Alaska Airlines launches new Star Wars-themed aircraft to celebrate adventures to 'Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge' at Disneyland Resort

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Wednesday, May 4, 2022
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SEATTLE, May 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Airlines joined forces with Disneyland Resort today, May the Fourth, to unveil a new, one-of-its-kind Star Wars-themed aircraft that even Chewbacca would be proud of. The plane, painted space black with the iconic Millennium Falcon emblazoned on the tail chased by TIE fighters, celebrates Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge, the newest land of adventure inside Disneyland Park in Anaheim, Calif. The plane is now flying on routes across Alaska's network for the universe to enjoy.

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  • In celebration of the themed aircraft, Alaska guests wearing Star Wars-branded clothing enjoy early boarding today on their flights.
  • "As part of our strong collaboration, Alaska is proud to combine forces with Disneyland Resort for another magical, special-edition aircraft," said Natalie Bowman, managing director of marketing and advertising for Alaska Airlines.
  • "Star Wars: Galaxy's Edgeis one of the most popular destinations at Disneyland Resort," said Lynn Clark, Disneyland Resort, vice president of sales and services.
  • The unique design of the Star Wars-inspired plane is a collaboration among teams at Alaska, Disneyland Resort and Lucasfilm.

Show your Star Wars spirit on Alaska Airlines and board early this 'May the Fourth'

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Monday, May 2, 2022
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SEATTLE, May 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Attention all Star Wars fans: If you have a flight on Alaska Airlines on May 4, 2022, you might want to break out your vintage Luke Skywalker T-shirt, way too cool BB-8 ballcap or even that Darth Vader cape. To celebrate the Star Wars fan day of "May the Fourth (be with you)," we're offering guests who wear their favorite Star Wars gear the chance to board early.

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  • To celebrate the Star Wars fan day of "May the Fourth (be with you)," we're offering guests who wear their favorite Star Wars gear the chance to board early.
  • "Everybody in the galaxy loves Star Wars, so we had to celebrate this epic day the Alaska way," said Natalie Bowman, managing director of marketing and advertising for Alaska Airlines.
  • "Whether you're traveling near or far, far away on May 4th, we hope to see you at our gates ready to board early in your favorite Star Wars gear.
  • Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air are subsidiaries of Alaska Air Group (NYSE: ALK).

Alaska Airlines names new vice president of finance and controller

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Thursday, April 21, 2022
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SEATTLE, April 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Airlines has named Emily Halverson vice president of finance and controller for Alaska Airlines and Alaska Air Group.

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  • SEATTLE, April 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Airlines has named Emily Halverson vice president of finance and controller for Alaska Airlines and Alaska Air Group.
  • As Alaska's vice president of finance and controller, Halverson will set the strategy for and oversee financial reporting, payroll, investor relations and accounting operations.
  • Halverson joined Alaska Airlines in 2016 as director of financial reporting and accounting.
  • Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air are subsidiaries of Alaska Air Group (NYSE: ALK).

Dispatchers at Alaska Airlines ratify new five-year contract

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Tuesday, April 19, 2022
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SEATTLE, April 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Airlines' 100 dispatchers, who are represented by the Transport Workers Union (TWU), have ratified a new five-year contract.

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  • SEATTLE, April 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Airlines' 100 dispatchers, who are represented by the Transport Workers Union (TWU), have ratified a new five-year contract.
  • "Our dispatchers play a critical role in our operation with responsibility for every single flight throughout the system," said Jenny Wetzel, vice president of labor relations at Alaska Airlines.
  • Alaska Airlines andourregional partners serve more than 120 destinations across the United States,Belize, Canada, Costa Rica andMexico.
  • Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air are subsidiaries of Alaska Air Group (NYSE: ALK).