Alaska-Hawaiian Deal Moves Forward Without DOJ Intervention
The Department of Justice (DOJ)'s deadline to review the proposed merger between Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines expired early Tuesday morning, allowing the acquisition to move forward. The deal, valued at approximately $1.9 billion, will combine two of the largest…
Alaska Flight Attendants Reject ‘Record’ Tentative Agreement
Flight attendants at Alaska Airlines, represented by the Association of Flight Attendants (AFA), have voted against ratifying a tentative agreement that was reached after nearly two years of negotiations. The vote, which concluded on Aug. 14, 2024, saw a participation…
Livery of the Week: Alaska’s Salmon Colors
Editor’s Note: AirlineGeeks is proud to present our ‘Livery of the Week’ series. Every Friday, a team member will share an airline livery, which can be from the past, present, or even a special scheme. Some airline liveries are works of art.…
Alaska Adds 18 New Routes
Alaska Airlines is expanding its winter schedule with 18 new nonstop routes to various destinations across North America, Latin America, and the Caribbean, according to a company press release on Wednesday. Many of the 18 added routes are seasonal, including…
Alaska Flight Attendants Slated to Receive 32% Pay Bumps
Alaska Airlines flight attendants are set to receive hefty pay raises along with compensation during boarding. A new tentative agreement — which is still pending a final vote from the carrier’s flight attendants — was approved by union leadership late…