Legions of employees channel their experiences helping loved ones with disabilities – or navigating the workplace with their own – into events and education that improve the air travel experience for all.

We are telling the stories behind some of the foods and drinks offered inflight, highlighting companies whose sustainable business practices help Alaska “fly greener” – and are West Coast destinations we love to visit. Seattle’s Fremont Brewing is the first in this ongoing series.

Alaska is inviting guests to #FillBeforeYouFly – a new initiative encouraging travelers and employees to bring their own water bottles and become active partners in the airline’s goal to reduce single-use plastics.

Alaska Airlines has official partnerships with seven parades and employee groups will march in at least nine cities, starting in Portland on June 16.

The documentary is among 18 films from the LGBTQ+ media-arts nonprofit Frameline showing for free on Alaska’s Beyond entertainment during June and July in celebration of Pride 2019.

Kim Ford and London Holmes discovered they shared a passion for military jets when they met at a regional Women in Aviation conference at The Museum of Flight. Three years later, the 17-year-old is following in her mentor’s footsteps.

For people who worry about the costs of pilot training, many scholarships are available. Check out a few of the organizations that are helping cover costs for aspiring young aviators.