When I first began flying with Alaska Airlines, hot meals for purchase were standard fare in back of the plane. However, the option was eliminated after the airline began integrating Virgin America's aircraft into their fleet. But, now, hot meals return to Alaska Air Main Cabin, and boy do they look good! … [Read more...] about Hot Meals Return to Alaska Air Main Cabin!
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Alaska Receives Over $200 Million from Boeing
Alaska Airlines suffered a lot from the AS 1282 incident. Not only did they receive bad press, but the subsequent groundings cut deeply into their operations and finances. Given this, and their reliance on a single manufacturer, it's only fitting that Alaska receives $200 million from Boeing to compensate for all their troubles. … [Read more...] about Alaska Receives Over $200 Million from Boeing
Earn 70k HawaiianMiles!
HawaiianMiles aren't my favorite reward currency, but with the prospect of them turning into Alaska Mileage Plan miles, stockpiling them now isn't a bad idea. So if you're able to, you should take the opportunity to earn 70k HawaiianMiles now to be able to put them to better use in the future. … [Read more...] about Earn 70k HawaiianMiles!
Top Alaska Elites Will Lose American Systemwide Upgrades
Alaska Airlines and American Airlines have been frenemies for several years now. In fact, it was American that sponsored Alaska into Oneworld. However, as American's strategy (or lack thereof) continues to change, top Alaska elites will lose American systemwide upgrades. … [Read more...] about Top Alaska Elites Will Lose American Systemwide Upgrades
Software Upgrade Caused an Alaska Air Ground Stop
On Wednesday, a software upgrade caused an Alaska Air ground stop. Thankfully, the cease in system-wide operations was relatively brief, though the repercussions were, understandably, widespread. … [Read more...] about Software Upgrade Caused an Alaska Air Ground Stop
Hawaiian Passengers Filed Suit to Block Merger with Alaska
Honolulu-based KHON 2 News reported on Monday that a group of Hawaiian passengers filed suit to block merger Alaska Airlines. However, to me, the argument being presented by the plaintiffs is rather weak. Let's discuss. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Passengers Filed Suit to Block Merger with Alaska
Guide to Mileage Plan Oneworld Benefits
One of the greatest benefits to Hawaiian Airlines being acquired by Alaska Airlines will be their (presumed) membership in the Oneworld Alliance. I know many Hawaiian fliers aren't familiar with what this means for them, so I put together a guide to Mileage Plan Oneworld benefits today to kind of preview the future. … [Read more...] about Guide to Mileage Plan Oneworld Benefits
Ugh: Alaska Air Launches a Discount Membership
I woke up yesterday to an email from Alaska Air - my preferred airline - that made me go "wtf?!" It seems they've taking a page out of retail's playbook (I'm looking at you, Best Buy), and starting a BS subscription service. Yup, Alaska Air launches a discount membership program, that I think is stupid … [Read more...] about Ugh: Alaska Air Launches a Discount Membership
737 MAX 9 is Cleared to Resume Service
The immediate effects of the AS1282 incident is finally coming to a close for Alaska Air and United Air, at least in the U.S as the 737 MAX 9 cleared to resume service after completing FAA-approved inspections and, if necessary, repairs. Of course, if the aircraft still scares you, the airlines have got you covered. … [Read more...] about 737 MAX 9 is Cleared to Resume Service
Alaska v Hawaiian-First Class Comparison
In my last installment of the series, I'm covering Alaska v Hawaiian-First Class. Admittedly, this is a topic that I have very little experience of my own with. Unlike many of the big-name travel bloggers, I rarely travel in First because I just don't have the points/miles or cash to do so. But it's pretty easy to draw conclusions here. … [Read more...] about Alaska v Hawaiian-First Class Comparison