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business1 year ago

Alaska Airlines Expands Seattle Hub with New Nonstop International Routes

Alaska Air Group is establishing Seattle as a new global gateway with Hawaiian Airlines, launching nonstop flights to Tokyo Narita and Seoul Incheon starting in 2025. This expansion includes an enhanced domestic network to improve connectivity between the U.S. mainland and Hawaii. The initiative aims to offer more travel options and improve performance, with plans to serve at least 12 global destinations from Seattle by 2030. The airlines are also working towards a single operating certificate by October 2025, while maintaining their distinct brands.

via Alaska Airlines Blog|
#airtravel#alaskaairlines#business
business1 year ago

Alaska Airlines Expands Asia Routes in $1B Growth Strategy

Alaska Airlines plans to boost profits by $1 billion by 2027, following its acquisition of Hawaiian Airlines, by launching new nonstop flights from Seattle to Tokyo and Seoul. The airline aims to expand its international destinations and enhance premium offerings, including a new credit card with Bank of America. Alaska is also addressing quality issues with Boeing, impacting aircraft deliveries. The airline's strategy focuses on meeting growing demand for premium travel options.

via CNBC|
#alaskaairlines#aviation#boeing
business1 year ago

Alaska Airlines Expands Seattle Hub with New Asia Routes

Alaska Airlines announced two new nonstop international flights from Seattle to Tokyo and Seoul, as part of its strategic expansion following the acquisition of Hawaiian Airlines. The merger, approved by regulators in September, aims to enhance Alaska's competitive edge and expand its global reach, with plans to offer 12 nonstop destinations from Seattle by 2030. The airlines will maintain separate brands but operate as a single carrier, serving over 54 million passengers annually. The merger also includes increased flights and capacity between Seattle and Honolulu.

via The Seattle Times|
#alaskaairlines#aviation#business
business1 year ago

Alaska Airlines Grounds Flights Amid IT Disruptions

Alaska Airlines experienced IT issues on Monday, leading to a 40-minute ground stop at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport and causing significant flight delays and cancellations. The disruption affected the airline's website and mobile app, coinciding with the start of their Cyber Monday sale. This incident follows previous tech-related disruptions for the airline earlier in the year.

via MyNorthwest|
#alaskaairlines#business#cybermonday
transportation-and-safety2 years ago

"Boeing 737 Max Crisis Escalates with Mid-Air Incident on Alaska Flight 1282"

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is seeking public assistance in locating a missing piece of an Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 MAX 9 fuselage that detached midair, leading to the temporary grounding of certain aircraft models. The incident, which occurred on a flight from Portland to Ontario, caused no serious injuries despite the cabin depressurization and panic among passengers. The NTSB is investigating the mishap, and Alaska Airlines has canceled numerous flights, with disruptions expected to continue. The FAA has mandated inspections for the affected aircraft, and Boeing supports the decision, acknowledging the importance of safety following a history of issues with the 737 MAX series.

via CNN|
##alaskaairlines#aviationsafety
businesstransportation2 years ago

"New Boeing 737 Max Emergency Prompts US Grounding Amid Alaska Air Turmoil"

Boeing faces renewed scrutiny after a portion of the fuselage on an Alaska Airlines 737 Max 9 blew out midflight, leading to emergency inspections of similar aircraft. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has ordered inspections of 171 Max 9 planes, resulting in flight cancellations. This incident adds to Boeing's ongoing challenges with the 737 Max series, which was previously grounded after two fatal crashes. The NTSB is investigating the incident, and there is increased focus on Boeing's manufacturing processes and FAA oversight.

via The New York Times|
##737max#alaskaairlines
transportation-safety2 years ago

"NTSB Investigates Boeing 737 Max 9 Door Incident on Alaska Airlines Flight"

An Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 Max 9 was forced to make an emergency landing after a cabin panel blew off midair, causing a hole in the fuselage and cabin depressurization. The incident led to the temporary grounding of 171 Boeing 737 Max 9 jets worldwide for inspection. The plane involved was relatively new, having been in service for just eight weeks. Past safety concerns of the 737 Max series included two fatal crashes that led to a worldwide grounding for nearly two years. The recent incident has prompted various international airlines to ground their 737 Max 9 aircraft for inspections in compliance with the FAA directive.

via Al Jazeera English|
##alaskaairlines#aviationsafety
transportation-safety2 years ago

"Boeing 737 Max Grounded After Door Incident and Emergency Landings Rattle Alaska Airlines Flights"

The FAA has grounded Boeing 737 Max 9 planes for inspections after an Alaska Airlines flight had to make an emergency landing due to a door blowing off, causing rapid decompression. The incident occurred shortly after takeoff from Portland, Oregon, with no serious injuries reported among the 171 passengers and crew. The NTSB is investigating the accident, which could have been more tragic had the plane reached a higher altitude. The directive affects 171 aircraft globally, and the specific plane involved was delivered by Boeing in October.

via Fox Business|
##alaskaairlines#aviationsafety
transportation-and-safety2 years ago

"NTSB Probes Boeing 737 Max Incidents as Alaska Flight 1282 Sparks New Safety Concerns"

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is investigating a depressurization event on Alaska Airlines flight 1282, which led to the detachment of a plug from the aircraft. The incident occurred on a flight from Portland to Ontario, California, and resulted in minor injuries and psychological distress among passengers. The Boeing 737-9 MAX involved was certified in November. The NTSB is conducting a thorough investigation, while affected passengers face re-booking and travel delays. The missing aircraft part is believed to have fallen near Highway 217 in the Cedar Hills neighborhood.

via KATU|
##alaskaairlines#aviationsafety
transportation-safety2 years ago

"Boeing 737 Max Crisis Escalates with Alaska Airlines Mid-Air Emergencies"

An Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 Max 9 experienced a panel blowout at 16,000 feet, leading to rapid cabin decompression. Fortunately, no one was seated in the adjacent seats, and the aircraft was not at cruising altitude, which likely prevented more serious injuries. The NTSB is investigating the incident, and the FAA has issued an emergency airworthiness directive, resulting in the grounding of an estimated 171 of the planes for inspections. The incident caused Alaska Airlines to cancel 160 flights, impacting around 23,000 passengers. The NTSB is seeking more evidence from passengers and looking for the missing door plug.

via NBC News|
##alaskaairlines#boeing737max9
aviation-safety2 years ago

"Boeing 737 Max Troubles Escalate with New Alaska Airlines Mid-Air Incidents"

The FAA has grounded some Boeing 737 Max 9 planes after a panel detached from an Alaska Airlines flight, requiring immediate inspections. This is the latest in a series of incidents involving Boeing aircraft, including the tragic crashes of two 737 Max 8 planes in Indonesia and Ethiopia, which killed 346 people. Other issues have ranged from engine malfunctions to fuel leaks across various Boeing models. The FAA and Boeing have faced criticism for their handling of these safety issues, with Boeing claiming to have made significant changes following the crashes.

via NBC News|
##alaskaairlines#aviation-safety
travel-and-transportation2 years ago

"Boeing 737 MAX 9 Groundings Spark US Travel Disruption Amid Safety Concerns"

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has grounded 171 Boeing 737 MAX 9 jets for immediate inspections after a section of an Alaska Airlines flight tore away midair, raising concerns about the aircraft's safety. The inspections are expected to take between four to eight hours per aircraft. This has led to temporary grounding of the planes by Alaska Airlines and potentially affects travelers' plans and confidence in the 737 MAX's safety.

via The Wall Street Journal|
##aircraftinspections#alaskaairlines
us-news-transportation2 years ago

"Pilot's Composure Amid Boeing 737 Max Emergency on Alaska Flight 1282 Highlights Systemic Issues"

Alaska Airlines Flight 1282, a Boeing 737 MAX 9, experienced a midair emergency when part of the plane broke off, resulting in a gaping hole at 16,000 feet. Passengers faced a terrifying situation as objects were sucked out and oxygen masks deployed. The flight made a successful emergency landing in Portland, Oregon, with no injuries reported.

via The Wall Street Journal|
##alaskaairlines#aviationsafety
businesstransportation2 years ago

"Boeing 737 Max Faces Renewed Scrutiny After Series of Emergency Incidents"

Boeing is under renewed scrutiny after an Alaska Airlines flight made an emergency landing due to a panel and window blowing out. This incident adds to Boeing's recent history of engineering and quality issues, including the costly grounding of the 737 Max planes after two fatal crashes. The company has faced massive operating losses, delivery backlogs, and additional safety inspections and manufacturing problems across various aircraft models, impacting its financial performance.

via CNN|
##737max#airlinesafety
business2 years ago

"US Grounds Boeing 737 Max 9 Fleet Following Preventable Emergency Landing Incident"

Federal officials have grounded all Boeing 737-9 Max jetliners for inspections after an Alaska Airlines plane experienced a fuselage blowout, leading to an emergency landing in Portland. The incident, which resulted in no serious injuries, has prompted an investigation by the National Transportation Safety Board. The grounding affects approximately 171 airplanes globally, and the inspections are expected to take between four to eight hours per aircraft. This event raises new concerns about the Boeing 737 Max series, which had previously faced a nearly two-year grounding following two fatal crashes in 2018 and 2019.

via OregonLive|
##aircraftinspection#alaskaairlines