Next steps with the Boeing 737-9 MAX and aircraft quality assurance

Updated on Jan. 13, 2024 Alaska Airlines began preliminary inspections this weekend on a group of our 737-9 MAX aircraft. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is requiring more data from Boeing before approving the manufacturer’s proposed inspection and maintenance instructions that will be used to conduct final inspections on all 737-9 MAX and safely return…

Information about Alaska Airlines Flight 1282 and our 737-9 MAX fleet

Latest updates & information can be found here.

Our statement on Alaska Airlines Flight 2059, operated by Horizon Air

Latest updates & information can be found here.

Alaska Airlines delivers an industry-leading operation during a busy summer season

With the best on-time rate and least number of cancels in the industry, Alaska Airlines served more than 12.6 million guests on 100,000 flights over the summer, delivering an operation guests can count on during a busy summer season.

Alaska Airlines completes 5G modifications ahead of FAA deadline

We’re proud to share that we have completed the modifications to upgrade radio altimeters on all active Alaska and Horizon aircraft in June, ahead of the FAA’s July 1 deadline. It’s an important safety milestone for us and critical to the reliability of our summer operations.

REAL ID deadline for domestic air travelers extended to 2025

Starting May 3, 2023, every air traveler 18 years of age and older will need a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license, state-issued enhanced driver’s license, or another acceptable form to fly within the United States.

A message from Alaska Airlines CEO Ben Minicucci: Getting back on track

CEO Ben Minicucci apologizes for recent operational impacts and shares how we’re getting back to being the airline you know and trust. To hear why this happened and the actions we’re taking to make it right, please watch this two-minute video message.

Why we’ve canceled flights, and what we are doing to get back on track

At the beginning of this month, we let down some of our valued guests by cancelling an unusual number of flights. To all of you who were impacted, we are deeply sorry. We put you in a frustrating situation—most likely when you were looking to take a fun trip, family vacation or needed to get somewhere important to you. We must do better. Over the last few days, we looked at how we got here, and are taking action to get back on track.

Resetting for the new year

As we have entered 2022, the continued impacts of omicron have been disruptive in all our lives and unprecedented levels of sick calls have impacted our ability to operate our airline reliably. As a result, we are proactively thinning our schedule and reducing departures by about 10% through the end of this month.

Guidance for travel plans as weather improves in the PNW

We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience & frustration if your travel plans were interrupted over the last week. Our employees are working to make sure every flight is safe, and we are grateful for their nonstop care for each other & you. Learn more.

Historic heat wave impacting travel in Pacific Northwest & beyond

Heat continues to hit the West, especially the Northwest, with record shattering temperatures that are impacting some of our flights.

Alaska dispatchers and Silicon Valley are revolutionizing more efficient, sustainable ways to fly

We’re thrilled to introduce Flyways AI, the world’s first-ever use of artificial intelligence in flight operations control. Get to know the software developed by Silicon-Valley-based Airspace Intelligence that will make your travel time quicker and less turbulent, while also reducing our climate impact.