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Alaska Airlines announces daily nonstop service to El Paso, Texas

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Thursday, September 27, 2018
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SEATTLE, Sept. 27, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Alaska Airlines announced today it will begin daily nonstop service between Seattle-Tacoma International Airport and El Paso International Airport, along with daily nonstop service between El Paso and San Diego International Airport.

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  • SEATTLE, Sept. 27, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Alaska Airlines announced today it will begin daily nonstop service between Seattle-Tacoma International Airport and El Paso International Airport, along with daily nonstop service between El Paso and San Diego International Airport.
  • The new service is scheduled to begin Feb. 19, 2019, offering the only nonstop flights from Seattle and San Diego to El Paso.
  • "Alaska Airlines enhances connectivity for both leisure and business travelers with daily flights to the West Coast and beyond.
  • "We're thrilled Alaska Airlines has continued its growth here in San Diego with the announcement of its third nonstop destination to Texas being daily year-round service to El Paso," said Angela Shafer-Payne, San Diego International Airport's COO/Vice President, Operations.

Alaska Airlines promotes Shane Tackett to executive vice president, planning and strategy

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Tuesday, September 11, 2018
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SEATTLE, Sept. 11, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Alaska Airlines announced today the promotion of Shane Tackett to executive vice president of planning and strategy.

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  • SEATTLE, Sept. 11, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Alaska Airlines announced today the promotion of Shane Tackett to executive vice president of planning and strategy.
  • "Our people have been the key to our success," said Brad Tilden, chairman and CEO of Alaska Airlines.
  • Tackett, an 18-year veteran of Alaska, will oversee financial planning and analysis, revenue analysis, e-commerce and business transformation.
  • Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air are subsidiaries of Alaska Air Group (NYSE: ALK).

Alaska Airlines and Neste grow innovative partnership to fly more sustainably

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Monday, September 10, 2018
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SEATTLE, Sept. 10, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- As part of Alaska Airlines' ongoing efforts to fly greener and expand use of sustainable aviation fuels, Neste and Alaska have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).

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  • SEATTLE, Sept. 10, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- As part of Alaska Airlines' ongoing efforts to fly greener and expand use of sustainable aviation fuels, Neste and Alaska have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).
  • "At Alaska Airlines, we strive to fly truetrue to our values, and true to the beautiful places and communities we fly to," said Kirk Myers, Alaska Airlines Director of Sustainability.
  • "We are proud to partner with Neste, the world leader in the production and advancement of renewable jet fuels, to support these efforts to fly more sustainably.
  • Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air are subsidiaries of Alaska Air Group (NYSE: ALK).

Cunard Announces Exciting New Insights Program with Distinct Experts Onboard for Alaska 2019

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Monday, September 10, 2018
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"More than our signature Gala evenings and award-winning White Star Service, our team has curated some of the most interesting and engaging speakers to join our Insights program in Alaska.

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  • "More than our signature Gala evenings and award-winning White Star Service, our team has curated some of the most interesting and engaging speakers to join our Insights program in Alaska.
  • Our guests will have the opportunity to gain a deep understanding about Alaska and its breathtaking landscape, rich cultural heritage and local cuisine."
  • Cunard's new Alaska Insights programming will include:
    Dr. Rachel Cartwright, an award-winning naturalist with 20 years' experience in Alaska.
  • LaDonna Rose Gundersen, commercial fisherwoman and cookbook author, will be sharing her experiences and expertise with guests onboard the May 20, 2019 Alaska voyage (Q915B).

Alaska Airlines begins nonstop service between Seattle and Pittsburgh

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Thursday, September 6, 2018
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Guests travelling to Seattle from Pittsburgh, will have access to the three Alaska Lounges at Sea-Tac, which are located in Terminal C, D and the North Satellite.

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  • Guests travelling to Seattle from Pittsburgh, will have access to the three Alaska Lounges at Sea-Tac, which are located in Terminal C, D and the North Satellite.
  • With Alaska and Alaska Global Partners , guests can earn and redeem miles on flights to more than 900 destinations worldwide.
  • Alaska Airlines ranked " Highest in Customer Satisfaction Among Traditional Carriers in North America " in the J.D.
  • Alaska Airlines, Virgin America and Horizon Air are subsidiaries of Alaska Air Group (NYSE: ALK).

Alaska Airlines kicks off football season with new Russell Wilson plane and pre-departure tailgate

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Wednesday, September 5, 2018
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SEATTLE, Sept. 5, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --In celebration of the regular season opener and Seattle's quarterback, Alaska Airlines is unveiling a new Russell Wilson plane.

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  • SEATTLE, Sept. 5, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --In celebration of the regular season opener and Seattle's quarterback, Alaska Airlines is unveiling a new Russell Wilson plane.
  • Throughout football season, Alaska Airlines guests wearing a Wilson jersey will be granted early boarding on all Seattle-departing flights.
  • Watch the new Russell Wilson plane come to life: Time Lapse Video
    "I love putting on my No.
  • 3 jersey for the first game of the season," said Natalie Bowman, Alaska Airlines' managing director of brand and marketing communications.

Alaska Air Group to webcast presentation at the Cowen 11th Annual Global Transportation Conference

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Wednesday, August 29, 2018
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SEATTLE, Aug. 29, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Alaska Air Group, Inc. (NYSE: ALK), the parent company of Alaska Airlines Inc. and Horizon Air Industries Inc., today announced it will webcast a presentation by Brandon Pedersen, Alaska's executive vice president, finance, at the Cowen 11th Annual Global Transportation Conference on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2018.

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  • SEATTLE, Aug. 29, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Alaska Air Group, Inc. (NYSE: ALK), the parent company of Alaska Airlines Inc. and Horizon Air Industries Inc., today announced it will webcast a presentation by Brandon Pedersen, Alaska's executive vice president, finance, at the Cowen 11th Annual Global Transportation Conference on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2018.
  • For those unable to listen to the webcast, a reply will be available at www.alaskaair.com/investors until Sept. 19, 2018.
  • With Alaska and Alaska Global Partners , guests can earn and redeem miles on flights to more than 900 destinations worldwide.
  • Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air are subsidiaries of Alaska Air Group (NYSE: ALK).

Alaska Airlines announces new nonstop service between Seattle and Columbus, Ohio

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Wednesday, August 29, 2018
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"Columbus is thrilled to welcome Alaska Airlines to John Glenn International," said Joseph R. Nardone, President & CEO of the Columbus Regional Airport Authority.

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  • "Columbus is thrilled to welcome Alaska Airlines to John Glenn International," said Joseph R. Nardone, President & CEO of the Columbus Regional Airport Authority.
  • "With nonstop flights to Seattle, our business and leisure travelers gain even more access to the West Coast.
  • With Alaska and Alaska Global Partners , guests can earn and redeem miles on flights to more than 900 destinations worldwide.
  • Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air are subsidiaries of Alaska Air Group (NYSE: ALK).

Alaska Air Group reports July 2018 operational results

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Tuesday, August 14, 2018
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SEATTLE, Aug. 14, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Air Group Inc. today reported July and year-to-date operational results on a consolidated basis, for its mainline operations operated by subsidiary Alaska Airlines Inc. and for its regional flying operated by subsidiary Horizon Air Industries Inc. and third-party regional carriers SkyWest Airlines and Peninsula Airlines.

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  • SEATTLE, Aug. 14, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Air Group Inc. today reported July and year-to-date operational results on a consolidated basis, for its mainline operations operated by subsidiary Alaska Airlines Inc. and for its regional flying operated by subsidiary Horizon Air Industries Inc. and third-party regional carriers SkyWest Airlines and Peninsula Airlines.
  • On Jan. 11, 2018, Alaska and Virgin America consolidated their operations onto a Single Operating Certificate.
  • Results for Alaska and Virgin America have been combined into a single mainline operation.
  • The following table shows the operational results for July and year-to-date, compared to the prior-year periods:

Alaska Airlines cooks up new, seasonal menu for the main cabin featuring fresh, West Coast-inspired ingredients

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Monday, July 16, 2018
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SEATTLE, July 16, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Airlines today announced the roll out of a new seasonally-inspired Main Cabin food and beverage menu.

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  • SEATTLE, July 16, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Airlines today announced the roll out of a new seasonally-inspired Main Cabin food and beverage menu.
  • "We believe in offering our guests locally-inspired food options made with fresh and healthy ingredients," said Sangita Woerner, vice president of marketing at Alaska Airlines.
  • New Main Cabin menu items are available for pre-order via the Alaska Airlines mobile app starting today, so guests can ensure their meal of choice will be reserved on their next flight.
  • Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air are subsidiaries of Alaska Air Group (NYSE: ALK).