SeaTac, Washington

Alaska Airlines promotes veteran leaders to focus on creating outstanding guest experiences and continued growth

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Monday, January 13, 2020
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SEATTLE, Jan. 13, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Airlines announced today the promotion of four highly experienced leaders who will emphasize the importance of providing remarkable guest experiences and creating continued future growth for the company.

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  • SEATTLE, Jan. 13, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Airlines announced today the promotion of four highly experienced leaders who will emphasize the importance of providing remarkable guest experiences and creating continued future growth for the company.
  • "Kyle has served Alaska extremely well as general counsel over the years," said Brad Tilden, chairman and CEO of Alaska Air Group.
  • With Alaska and Alaska Global Partners , guests can earn and redeem miles on flights to more than 800 destinations worldwide.
  • Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air are subsidiaries of Alaska Air Group (NYSE: ALK).

Alaska Air Group to announce financial results

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Tuesday, January 7, 2020
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SEATTLE, Jan. 7, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Air Group Inc., the parent company of Alaska Airlines Inc. and Horizon Air Industries Inc., will announce its fourth quarter and full year 2019 financial results on Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2020.

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  • SEATTLE, Jan. 7, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Air Group Inc., the parent company of Alaska Airlines Inc. and Horizon Air Industries Inc., will announce its fourth quarter and full year 2019 financial results on Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2020.
  • With Alaska and Alaska Global Partners , guests can earn and redeem miles on flights to more than 800 destinations worldwide.
  • Alaska Airlines ranked "Highest in Customer Satisfaction Among Traditional Carriers inNorth America" in the J.D.
  • Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air are subsidiaries of Alaska Air Group (NYSE: ALK).

Alaska Air Group Chief Financial Officer Brandon Pedersen to Retire; Shane Tackett to Assume CFO Role

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Monday, January 6, 2020
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SEATTLE, Jan. 6, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Alaska Air Group announced today that Brandon Pedersen, Chief Financial Officer since 2010, plans to retire on March 2.

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  • SEATTLE, Jan. 6, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Alaska Air Group announced today that Brandon Pedersen, Chief Financial Officer since 2010, plans to retire on March 2.
  • "Brandon has done an extraordinary job as Alaska's CFO," said Brad Tilden, chairman and CEO of Alaska Air Group.
  • "Brandon has excelled in his work with analysts and investors, clearly articulating industry issues and Alaska's plans for creating long-term growth and value.
  • Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air are subsidiaries of Alaska Air Group (NYSE: ALK).

SkyWest Airlines Recognized as a Best Place to Work in 2020, a Glassdoor Employees' Choice Award

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Wednesday, December 11, 2019
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ST. GEORGE, Utah, Dec. 11, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --SkyWest Airlines, a wholly-owned subsidiary of SkyWest, Inc. (NASDAQ: SKYW), has been named a Glassdoor Employees' Choice Award recipient, recognizing the Best Places to Work in 2020.

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  • ST. GEORGE, Utah, Dec. 11, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --SkyWest Airlines, a wholly-owned subsidiary of SkyWest, Inc. (NASDAQ: SKYW), has been named a Glassdoor Employees' Choice Award recipient, recognizing the Best Places to Work in 2020.
  • The award, based solely on employee reviews, is a reflection of the unmatched culture and team-based environment SkyWest's more than 14,000 employees enjoy.
  • Glassdoor's Best Places to Work award is determined based on employee reviews regarding their satisfaction with the company, career opportunities, culture, senior management, and work/life balance.
  • SkyWest Airlines is a wholly-owned subsidiary of SkyWest, Inc. and partners with the world's largest network carriers including Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, American Airlines and Alaska Airlines.

SAExploration Announces $130 Million of New Projects in Alaska, Canada and Middle East

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Monday, November 18, 2019
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HOUSTON, Nov. 18, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SAExploration Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: SAEX, OTCQB: SXPLW), or SAE, today announced a combined $130 million of new projects in Alaska, Canada and the Middle East.

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  • HOUSTON, Nov. 18, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SAExploration Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: SAEX, OTCQB: SXPLW), or SAE, today announced a combined $130 million of new projects in Alaska, Canada and the Middle East.
  • The largest contract is valued at approximately $112 million for onshore data acquisition services to be performed on the North Slope of Alaska.
  • The data acquisition services will be conducted over the next three winter seasons, beginning in Q1 2020.
  • Our backlog for the remainder of 2019 is approximately $67 million and our contracted backlog for 2020 is already at approximately $96 million.

Alaska Air Group announces senior leadership advancements to position Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air for future growth

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Thursday, November 7, 2019
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"Together, these talented executives bring more than four decades of expertise working across a wide variety of divisions at Air Group," said Brad Tilden, chairman and CEO of Alaska Air Group.

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  • "Together, these talented executives bring more than four decades of expertise working across a wide variety of divisions at Air Group," said Brad Tilden, chairman and CEO of Alaska Air Group.
  • He has served in various roles of increasing responsibility since joining Alaska in 2004 as staff vice president of maintenance.
  • Sprague is an admired, highly capable veteran of Alaska Air Group who will continue the forward momentum for the airline.
  • Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air are subsidiaries of Alaska Air Group (NYSE: ALK).

AAR and Alaska Airlines announce new digital trial, integration of Airvolution® repair cycle management

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Wednesday, October 16, 2019
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The two organizations will work closely over the coming months to achieve seamless integration of Airvolution with Alaska Airlines' existing technology stack and selected supplier base.

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  • The two organizations will work closely over the coming months to achieve seamless integration of Airvolution with Alaska Airlines' existing technology stack and selected supplier base.
  • Through this partnership, Alaska Airlines can expect to improve efficiencies, reduce operational costs, maximize productivity and gain enhanced component availability.
  • "Alaska Airlines is excited to begin a trial of this advanced component repair system to enhance our efficiency, reduce turnaround times and ensure maximum component availability," said Justin Neff, Alaska Airlines MD, Engine, Component, Material and Lease Management.
  • "We are thrilled to partner with Alaska Airlines to integrate our highly advanced component repair management system, Airvolution, into their supply chain," said Ken Hein, AAR SVP of Operations.

Ready for LIFT off: Alaska Airlines employees give back with a week of volunteering

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Thursday, October 10, 2019
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Community Investment: Alaska is focused on investing for strong communities where our guests fly, and our employees call home.

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  • Community Investment: Alaska is focused on investing for strong communities where our guests fly, and our employees call home.
  • In 2018, Alaska Airlines provided over $17 million of in-kind and cash sponsorships, partnering with organizations and events across our network.
  • To learn more about Alaska Airlines' LIFT program, visit https://bit.ly/2VtVnRj and read the 2018 Sustainability Report, at http://www.flysustainably.com.
  • Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air are subsidiaries of Alaska Air Group (NYSE: ALK)

Alaska Air Group to announce third quarter 2019 financial results

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Wednesday, October 2, 2019
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SEATTLE, Oct. 2, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Alaska Air Group, Inc., the parent company of Alaska Airlines, Inc. and Horizon Air Industries Inc., will announce its third quarter 2019 financial results on Thursday, Oct. 24, 2019.

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  • SEATTLE, Oct. 2, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Alaska Air Group, Inc., the parent company of Alaska Airlines, Inc. and Horizon Air Industries Inc., will announce its third quarter 2019 financial results on Thursday, Oct. 24, 2019.
  • 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 inNorth America" in the J.D.
  • Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air are subsidiaries of Alaska Air Group (NYSE: ALK).

Alaska Airlines and Seeing Machines collaborate to enhance pilot training and safety

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Wednesday, October 2, 2019
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The partnership has developed a proof of concept for Seeing Machines' Crew Training System in an Alaska Airlines' Boeing 737 Full Flight Simulator environment.

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  • The partnership has developed a proof of concept for Seeing Machines' Crew Training System in an Alaska Airlines' Boeing 737 Full Flight Simulator environment.
  • Alaska Airlines, the fifth largest airline in the United States, has long been at the forefront of aviation safety, technology and training.
  • "We are excited about this partnership and look forward to seeing where this capability can go within the industry to enhance safety and support better training outcomes," Captain Jeff Severns, director of training at Alaska Airlines.
  • "Working with Alaska Airlines means partnering with one of the world's most advanced and forward-thinking flight training organizations," said Patrick Nolan, GM Aviation at Seeing Machines.