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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.

Alaska Air Group reports August 2019 operational results

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Thursday, September 12, 2019
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With Alaska and Alaska Global Partners, guests can earn and redeem miles on flights to more than 900 destinations worldwide.

Key Points: 
  • 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 theJ.D.
  • Power North America Airline Satisfaction Studyfor 12 consecutive years from 2008 to 2019.
  • Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air are subsidiaries of Alaska Air Group (NYSE: ALK).

Alaska Airlines asks guests to help reduce inflight plastic waste through #FillBeforeYouFly

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Thursday, September 12, 2019
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This is one of Alaska Airlines' many sustainability efforts to reduce inflight waste per passenger going to landfills by 70% by 2020.

Key Points: 
  • This is one of Alaska Airlines' many sustainability efforts to reduce inflight waste per passenger going to landfills by 70% by 2020.
  • "We're passionate about working with our guests, employees, airports, and partners to reduce waste, protect habitats, and improve water health," saidDiana Birkett Rakow, Alaska Airlines' vice president of external relations.
  • "We're proud to take a stand alongside another great Northwest-born brand to help reduce single-use plastic and reduce harm to our beautiful planet."
  • With Alaska and Alaska Global Partners, guests can earn and redeem miles on flights to more than 900 destinations worldwide.

Alaska Air Group to webcast presentation at the Cowen Securities 12th Annual Global Transportation Conference

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Wednesday, August 28, 2019
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SEATTLE, Aug. 28, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Air Group Inc., the parent company of Alaska Airlines Inc. and Horizon Air Industries Inc., will webcast a presentation by Brandon Pedersen, Alaska's executive vice president, finance and chief financial officer, at Cowen's Securities 12th Annual Global Transportation Conference on Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2019 in Boston, Massachusetts.

Key Points: 
  • SEATTLE, Aug. 28, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Air Group Inc., the parent company of Alaska Airlines Inc. and Horizon Air Industries Inc., will webcast a presentation by Brandon Pedersen, Alaska's executive vice president, finance and chief financial officer, at Cowen's Securities 12th Annual Global Transportation Conference on Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2019 in Boston, Massachusetts.
  • The webcast will be presented live at 10:55 a.m. Eastern time.
  • For those unable to listen to the webcast, a replay will be available at www.alaskaair.com/investors until Sept. 18, 2019.
  • Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air are subsidiaries of Alaska Air Group (NYSE: ALK).

Alaska Airlines expands West Coast service between Pacific Northwest and California

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Wednesday, August 28, 2019
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On Jan. 7, the flight between San Diego and Orlando, which is currently flown five times a week, becomes daily nonstop service.

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  • On Jan. 7, the flight between San Diego and Orlando, which is currently flown five times a week, becomes daily nonstop service.
  • Starting March 19, second daily flights will begin between San Diego and Boise, and San Diego and Santa Rosa, California.
  • Also on March 19, nonstop service between San Diego and San Jose, California, increases from four to six flights daily.
  • Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air are subsidiaries of Alaska Air Group (NYSE: ALK).

5,200 Alaska Airlines employees ratify new five-year agreements

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Tuesday, August 27, 2019
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SEATTLE, Aug. 27, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --5,200 Alaska Airlinesemployees represented by the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers voted to ratify two new five-year agreements.

Key Points: 
  • SEATTLE, Aug. 27, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --5,200 Alaska Airlinesemployees represented by the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers voted to ratify two new five-year agreements.
  • The two agreements cover the nearly 4,500 clerical, office and passenger service employees and more than 700 ramp service and stores agent employees.
  • "These contracts provide a strong foundation on which to continue building improvements that will better the lives of IAM members at Alaska Airlines."
  • Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air are subsidiaries of Alaska Air Group (NYSE: ALK).

Alaska Airlines announces new service between Paine Field and Spokane

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Wednesday, August 14, 2019
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"The announcement of scheduled service to Paine Field by Alaska Airlines fulfills one of the most important air service priorities for our region," said Nancy Vorhees, Chair of the Spokane Airport Board.

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  • "The announcement of scheduled service to Paine Field by Alaska Airlines fulfills one of the most important air service priorities for our region," said Nancy Vorhees, Chair of the Spokane Airport Board.
  • As of late July, nearly 300,000 guests have flown Alaska's flights at Paine Field.
  • "One of the questions I've been asked the most over the past few months is when service might start to Spokane.
  • All Alaska flights at Paine Field are operated by Horizon Air with jet service using the Embraer 175 aircraft, which features a three-class cabin.

Microsoft executive Kathleen Hogan brings technology and people experience to Alaska Airlines

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Wednesday, August 7, 2019
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Hogan is the chief people officer and executive vice president of human resources at Microsoft.

Key Points: 
  • Hogan is the chief people officer and executive vice president of human resources at Microsoft.
  • Her appointment, which begins immediately, affirms Alaska Airlines' commitment to its people, as well as its focus on innovation and technology.
  • Alaska Air Group Chairman and CEO Brad Tilden added, "Kathleen is a dedicated leader at Microsoft, committed to empowering more than 140,000 employees around the world.
  • Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air are subsidiaries of Alaska Air Group (NYSE: ALK).

Alaska Airlines Foundation grants $260,000 to two dozen nonprofits in Alaska, Washington and Hawaii

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Tuesday, August 6, 2019
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ANCHORAGE, Alaska, Aug. 6, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --The Alaska Airlines Foundation is awarding $260,000 to 24 nonprofits in Alaska, Washington and Hawaii.

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  • ANCHORAGE, Alaska, Aug. 6, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --The Alaska Airlines Foundation is awarding $260,000 to 24 nonprofits in Alaska, Washington and Hawaii.
  • "Our goal has always been to be a committed partner in the communities we know we're here because of you," said Diana Birkett Rakow, chair of the Alaska Airlines Foundation Board of Directors.
  • For 20 years the Alaska Airlines Foundation has supported communities with cash grants to nonprofits totaling over two-million dollars.
  • As an independent 501c (3) nonprofit organization, the Alaska Airlines Foundation is focused on programs that benefit young people in the communities served by Alaska Airlines.

Holland America Line's New 2019 Explore4 Promotion Gives Four Enticing Perks, Plus a Bonus for Suite Bookings

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Thursday, August 1, 2019
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Explore4 features four inviting offers on nearly 600 cruises and Alaska Land+Sea Journeys from summer 2020 through spring 2021.

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  • Explore4 features four inviting offers on nearly 600 cruises and Alaska Land+Sea Journeys from summer 2020 through spring 2021.
  • Verandah stateroom and suite bookings also receive a Premium Internet Package.
  • Guests receive the benefits when bookings are made by Oct. 31, 2019.
  • Plus there's a bonus for our verandah stateroom and suite guests."