Seattle Times
• LAUREN ROSENBLATT
Alaska Airlines Top Stories
Seattle Times
• LAUREN ROSENBLATT
Reuters
• Shivansh Tiwary
Alaska Air says Boeing issued $61 million in credit memos to address grounding hit
Alaska Airlines, a major carrier based in SeaTac, Washington, holds the position of the fifth-largest airline in North America in terms of scheduled passenger traffic. With a network largely focused on connecting Western U.S. cities to over 100 destinations across Central America, the United States, and Canada, it operates five hubs, predominantly at Seattle–Tacoma International Airport. Alaska Airlines, a member of the global Oneworld alliance, is recognized for its customer satisfaction, having ranked highest among traditional airlines in J.D. Power's customer satisfaction survey for 12 successive years as of 2020.
Alaska Airlines and Boeing
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2024-05-04T10:51:39.183261-07:00 •
Boeing CFO Brian West Discusses CEO Succession Criteria
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2024-05-04T08:35:04.176246-07:00 •
Embraer Poised to Challenge Boeing with New Jet, Gains Support from American Airlines CEO
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2024-05-04T08:13:47.503119-07:00 •
Boeing CEO's Pay Hike Faces Shareholder Vote
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2024-05-04T07:02:44.119948-07:00 •
Boeing's Starliner Ready for Maiden Passenger Flight
Alaska Airlines and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
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2024-05-03T14:34:45.775919-07:00 •
Expansion of Authority Sought for Neutralizing Dangerous Drones
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2024-05-03T13:27:42.713365-07:00 •
Challenges in Supply Chain Affecting Availability of FAA-Approved Unleaded Avgas
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2024-05-03T08:20:11.446277-07:00 •
FAA Alerts on Revo Inc. Amphibious Aircraft Wing Crack Risks
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2024-05-02T09:34:15.051482-07:00 •
Inspector General Critiques FAA's NextGen Implementation
Alaska Airlines and 737 MAX
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2024-05-04T08:35:04.176246-07:00 •
Embraer Poised to Challenge Boeing with New Jet, Gains Support from American Airlines CEO
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2024-05-03T12:29:54.163228-07:00 •
Deadline for DOJ Boeing 737 Max Deal Violation Decision
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2024-05-03T04:59:47.484419-07:00 •
Alaska Airlines Compensated $61M by Boeing for 737 MAX 9 Grounding
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2024-05-02T04:16:12.022356-07:00 •
Air Canada Q1 2024: $81M Loss Despite Revenue Rise
Alaska Airlines and United Airlines
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2024-05-03T13:48:36.790702-07:00 •
$8.5 Billion O'Hare Modernization Agreement Reached by United, American
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2024-05-01T11:26:06.322500-07:00 •
Security Concerns Halt United's Newark-Tel Aviv Flights Until May
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2024-04-27T04:51:36.906294-07:00 •
Court Fines Unruly Passenger $20,000 for United Flight Diversion
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2024-04-24T07:26:22.181253-07:00 •
Boeing Implements Comprehensive Operational and Safety Overhaul
Alaska Airlines News and Events
2024-05-03T14:43:23.902997-07:00 •
Alaska Airlines Flight 1282 Panel Loss Blamed on Boeing's Deception
Travelers on Alaska Airlines Flight 1282 allege Boeing misled regulators and passengers, leading to a critical aircraft component loss in-flight.
2024-05-03T04:59:47.484419-07:00 •
Alaska Airlines Compensated $61M by Boeing for 737 MAX 9 Grounding
Following a cabin panel blowout incident in January and subsequent temporary grounding, Boeing has compensated Alaska Airlines with $61 million in credit memos.
2024-05-01T15:25:17.139593-07:00 •
Boeing Supplier Whistleblower Josh Dean Passes Away
Spirit AeroSystems whistleblower Joshua Dean, who spotlighted manufacturing defects, has died.
2024-04-29T06:50:13.943280-07:00 •
Boeing Under Congressional Microscope After Alaska Airlines Incident
The incident on a January 5 Alaska Airlines flight has intensified congressional scrutiny of Boeing, with outcomes of potential regulatory reforms in Washington still uncertain.
2024-04-27T07:07:33.093503-07:00 •
Alaska Airlines Tops U.S. Airline Rankings, Surpassing Delta
In a comprehensive comparison covering the largest U.S. airlines, Alaska Airlines has emerged as the new industry leader, according to WalletHub’s analysis.
2024-04-26T09:12:00.400849-07:00 •
Exploring Smartphone Durability: 16,000ft Drop Test Innovatively Conducted
In a unique experiment by WSJ’s Joanna Stern, drones were utilized to drop smartphones from 16,000 feet to investigate their survival capabilities.
2024-04-25T21:31:16.729608-07:00 •
Virgin Australia Halts Adelaide-Bali Route Over Boeing MAX Delivery Delay
The postponement in receiving 10 new Boeing MAX aircraft has led Virgin Australia to suspend its direct flights from Adelaide to Bali, impacting its service expansion plans.
2024-04-25T16:43:26.717700-07:00 •
Alaska Airlines Boosts Southern California Operations with New and Enhanced Routes
Commencing fall 2024, Alaska Airlines is set to expand its Southern California footprint by introducing a 39th nonstop destination from San Diego to Las Vegas and enhancing service frequencies in Los Angeles.
2024-04-25T04:12:16.335178-07:00 •
Hawaiian Seeks Financial Stability in Alaska Merger Amid Q1 Losses
In face of first quarter financial setbacks, Hawaiian Airlines aims at a merger with Alaska Airlines to consolidate its position and mitigate economic stress.
2024-04-24T04:56:49.899210-07:00 •
Boeing Grapples with Cash Flow and Production Challenges Amid 737 MAX Issues
Boeing's financial and operational turmoil continues with a significant cash burn of nearly $4 billion and a production scale-back on the 737 MAX model due to persistent quality control complications.
2024-04-23T22:07:06.718598-07:00 •
Boeing Agrees to Take Back 737 MAX 9 from Alaska Airlines Following Settlement
In a concealed settlement, Alaska Airlines has transferred the custody of a four-month-old 737 MAX 9 accident aircraft back to Boeing, marking a rare instance of aircraft return post-incident.
2024-04-23T21:06:57.598780-07:00 •
Boeing Announces Quarterly Results amid 737 Max Safety Concerns
Ahead of its quarterly earnings announcement, Boeing faces scrutiny over a safety crisis triggered by a door plug incident on a 737 Max 9.
2024-04-23T13:30:11.850540-07:00 •
Historic Douglas DC-4 Crashes into Tanana River Near Fairbanks, Alaska
A vintage Douglas DC-4 aircraft met with an accident, plunging into the Tanana River just outside Fairbanks, Alaska. The number of occupants at the time of the crash remains unknown.
2024-04-21T22:26:14.030897-07:00 •
Alaska Air Cargo Expands with Converted Freighters and Enhanced Booking System
In a strategic move to bolster its business, Alaska Air Cargo is set to enhance its infrastructure and booking systems alongside investing in converted freighters.
2024-04-21T12:13:08.647406-07:00 •
Alaska Airlines Initiates Safety Review for Onboard Coffee Makers
Following union concerns, Alaska Airlines management is actively investigating safety protocols surrounding the use of onboard coffee makers to enhance passenger experience and safety.
2024-04-21T06:32:44.015816-07:00 •
Boeing MAX Crisis: Legal Standoff Persists for Victims' Families
Families of the Boeing MAX crash victims remain embroiled in legal disputes with the manufacturer, five years following the tragic incidents.
2024-04-18T13:51:54.877779-07:00 •
Alaska Airlines Reevaluates Boeing Aircraft Deliveries for 2024
Due to uncertainties, Alaska Air Group is currently reassessing the number of Boeing aircraft it will take on in 2024, signaling potential adjustments in fleet expansion plans.
2024-04-18T04:22:35.212334-07:00 •
Alaska Air Reports Q1 Loss Due to Boeing 737 MAX Grounding, Forecasts Profit Rebound
After a $132M Q1 net loss significantly impacted by the Boeing 737 MAX grounding, Alaska Air received $162M in compensation and anticipates Q2 earnings to surpass expectations.
2024-04-17T17:40:37.385825-07:00 •
Lawsuit Targets Alaska's Acquisition of Hawaiian Airlines Over Competition Concerns
In a bid to prevent what they view as anticompetitive consolidation, US consumers have initiated legal action against Alaska Airlines' $1.9 billion plan to purchase Hawaiian Airlines.
2024-04-17T14:36:30.202289-07:00 •
Staffing Shifts in Alaska's Air National Guard Threaten National Security and Critical Rescue Missions
With plans to convert 80 military positions to civilian roles, the Alaska Air National Guard's capacity for securing U.S. airspace and conducting its vital 159 civil search-and-rescue missions a year is at risk.
2024-04-17T08:10:32.416978-07:00 •
FAA Grounds Alaska Airlines Flights Nationwide
The FAA has implemented a nationwide ground stop for all Alaska Airlines flights. SkyWest regional services operating for Alaska Airlines are exempt from the stoppage.
2024-04-16T13:16:49.004175-07:00 •
United Airlines Mitigates Boeing Grounding Impact with 35 New A321neo Leases
In response to financial setbacks from the Boeing 737 MAX 9 grounding, United Airlines enhances its fleet strategy with 35 leased A321neos, aiming for operational resilience.
2024-04-15T15:21:49.124723-07:00 •
Boeing Defends 787 Dreamliner Integrity Amid Whistleblower Safety Claims
Boeing has aggressively countered allegations from a whistleblower, asserting exhaustive testing shows no evidence of fatigue cracks in in-service 787 Dreamliner jets, amid safety scrutiny.
2024-04-15T08:38:20.228184-07:00 •
Pilot Union Flags Surge in American Airlines Safety Concerns
American Airlines' pilot union highlights a worrisome increase in safety and maintenance issues, urging heightened vigilance among members.
2024-04-13T08:47:46.375273-07:00 •
Alaska Air National Guard's 176th Wing Executes Triple Rescue Operation
The 176th Wing's Guardian Angels of the Alaska Air National Guard conducted three high-stakes rescues within a 24-hour period under challenging conditions.
2024-04-11T22:46:41.175441-07:00 •
Boeing Under Scrutiny: Senate Hearing on Quality-Control Issues Looms
Boeing is set to be scrutinized in a Senate hearing regarding new quality-control allegations amid a drop in stock value, marking another challenge for the aerospace giant.
2024-04-11T12:10:29.308472-07:00 •
Alaska Airlines Curtails American Airlines Upgrade Certificates Perk
Alaska Airlines MVP Gold 75K and 100K members will no longer receive American Airlines systemwide upgrade vouchers, marking the end of a valuable benefit.
2024-04-11T04:08:39.234605-07:00 •
Alaska Airlines Passenger Tracks Lost AirTag Across 37 Cities
An AirTag lost on an Alaska Airlines flight has given its owner a nine-month digital journey, tracking its movement across 37 cities while lodged in cargo.
2024-04-10T10:19:13.617959-07:00 •
Analyzing Boeing's Recent Safety Record Amid Increased Scrutiny
Recent statistics affirm the overall safety of aviation yet highlight a dissonance between numerical safety assurances and public perception, particularly following incidents involving Boeing aircraft.
2024-04-10T08:26:58.552751-07:00 •
Investigation into 737 Max Door Incident Intensifies as Boeing, FAA Employees Interviewed
This week, US transportation safety officials are conducting interviews with Boeing and FAA employees in Renton, Washington, focusing on a January incident where a door panel detached from a 737 Max 9 mid-flight, underscoring ongoing safety scrutiny.
2024-04-09T19:10:04.102794-07:00 •
Boeing CEO Called to Testify on Jetliner Safety Amidst Whistleblower Allegations
In response to new whistleblower charges, a Senate Subcommittee has initiated a probe into Boeing jetliner safety, with CEO David Calhoun summoned for testimony.
2024-04-09T08:02:31.799685-07:00 •
Boeing Reports Sharp Decline in Q1 Deliveries Amid Production and Safety Challenges
In Q1 2024, Boeing's aircraft deliveries plummeted to 83, impacted by rigorous quality checks on the 737 Max and a notable safety incident in January, despite securing 113 new orders.
2024-04-08T06:20:27.535887-07:00 •
FAA-Boeing Oversight Failures Reemerge in Wake of Alaska Air Incident
Post-737 MAX crash investigations revealing FAA's inadequate supervision have resurfaced concerns following an incident involving an Alaska Airlines aircraft, sparking debates on accountability and regulatory effectiveness.
2024-04-07T06:08:57.945329-07:00 •
Boeing's Strategy Reconsideration Post Alaska Air Incident
Boeing acknowledges the limitations of a shareholder-centric approach following scrutiny over aircraft safety issues, promising a strategy shift.
2024-04-06T17:06:53.275613-07:00 •
Alaska Airlines' Commitment to Sustainability: Major Plastic and Carbon Emission Reductions
Alaska Airlines' initiatives have successfully eliminated the equivalent of 24 Boeing 737 planes worth of plastic waste from their operations, emphasizing sustainability in aviation.
2024-04-05T13:58:49.592440-07:00 •
Boeing CEO Calhoun's Compensation Skyrockets to $32.8M Amid Leadership Challenges
In a year marked by controversy and safety crises, Boeing CEO Dave Calhoun's pay surged 45% to $32.8 million, despite foregoing his annual bonus. His considerable compensation comes as the company grapples with leadership and safety challenges.
2024-04-05T12:20:48.697940-07:00 •
Alaska Guard's NORAD Missions at Risk Due to Manning Changes
New manning regulations could result in the Alaska Air National Guard failing up to half of its NORAD alert missions, impacting national security readiness.
2024-04-04T06:20:53.935551-07:00 •
Boeing Compensates Alaska Airlines $160M for 737 MAX 9 Grounding Incident
Following a mid-flight door panel incident with a 737 MAX 9, Boeing has made an initial compensation payment of $160 million to Alaska Airlines. The carrier anticipates further compensation.
2024-04-03T21:42:26.325686-07:00 •
Senator Duckworth Demands FAA Investigate Boeing 737 Max's Undisclosed Cockpit Features
In response to pilots being unaware of the Boeing 737 Max cockpit door's automatic opening feature during rapid depressurization, Senator Duckworth has called for a comprehensive FAA review.
2024-04-03T06:11:55.211130-07:00 •
Lawsuits Mount Against Boeing, Alaska Air After Midair Incident
Multiple lawsuits have been filed against Boeing and Alaska Airlines following an in-flight incident where a panel detached, causing significant damage.
2024-04-03T05:47:36.878347-07:00 •
Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines Collaboration on Hold Amid Investigation
Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines have paused their strategic partnership pending a comprehensive probe into their collaboration practices.
2024-04-03T05:06:03.218543-07:00 •
Alaska Airlines Unveils Global Getaways: Exclusive Partner Award Discounts
Alaska Airlines introduces 'Global Getaways', offering Mileage Plan members up to 50% off on award redemptions for select international beach destinations, with offers refreshed quarterly.
2024-04-02T11:06:49.738108-07:00 •
Boeing 737 MAX 9 Door Plug Incident Highlights Production Challenges
Investigations reveal production pressures and delays at Boeing's Washington plant led to critical issues, including a door plug blowout on an Alaska Airlines 737 MAX 9.
2024-03-31T03:01:55.486551-07:00 •
Seattle-Taipei Route Launch by Alaska and STARLUX Airlines
Alaska Airlines teams up with STARLUX Airlines to introduce nonstop services from Seattle to Taipei commencing this summer, marking a significant expansion in their network.
2024-03-29T18:12:20.058648-07:00 •
Alaska Air Executives Recoup Pandemic-Era Pay in 2021
Following government-imposed pay restrictions during COVID-19, Alaska Air compensated its executives with millions in special raises last year, balancing previous losses.
2024-03-28T12:34:17.719395-07:00 •
STARLUX Airlines Expands US Footprint with New Seattle-Taipei Nonstop Service
Starting August 2024, STARLUX Airlines will offer a new nonstop flight from Seattle to Taipei, marking its third U.S. destination and enhancing connectivity between North America and Asia.
2024-03-28T10:01:24.758412-07:00 •
Alaska Airlines Successfully Reunites Passenger with Lost Dog Moose
In a swift recovery operation following a loading mishap, a passenger's dog named Moose was safely returned by Alaska Airlines, showcasing the carrier’s commitment to passenger experience and pet safety.
2024-03-28T07:22:01.011068-07:00 •
Alaska Airlines Tightens Mileage Plan Partner Benefits
In a shift affecting passengers' ability to leverage loyalty benefits, Alaska Airlines now restricts the use of partner loyalty numbers on Mileage Plan award tickets.
2024-03-27T14:10:08.134897-07:00 •
Hawaiian and Alaska Air Secure DOJ Timing Agreement for Partnership Deal
Hawaiian Holdings and Alaska Air have finalized a timing agreement with the US Department of Justice, advancing their partnership deal.
2024-03-27T05:04:10.247170-07:00 •
Alaska Airlines Revamps Inflight Dining with West Coast Cuisine
Alaska Airlines introduces a new premium inflight menu this spring, featuring a chef-curated selection that infuses Asian and Latin American elements, elevating the passenger experience with a unique West Coast twist.