Alaska Air Group just launched a "new" reward program, along with its first-ever super premium credit card. However, that doesn't mean the changes are stopping, as unfortunate Atmos partner changes are on the horizon, along with another tweak to fleet planning. … [Read more...] about Atmos Partner Changes and 787 Order Shift
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Atmos Rewards Credit Cards
With a new loyalty program comes, new credit cards. Sort of. So, now that we've gone over Atmos Rewards and changes for HawaiianMiles members, let's discuss the Atmos Rewards credit cards, with a particular focus on the community's new darling card: the Atmos Summit. … [Read more...] about Atmos Rewards Credit Cards
Introducing Atmos Rewards
The unified Alaska Airlines + Hawaiian Airlines loyalty program is here, and it's called Atmos Rewards. This is a moment in time that marks what is likely the most tangible shift of this very different integration process. And the one that will have the largest impact on frequent fliers of both airlines. … [Read more...] about Introducing Atmos Rewards
My Thoughts on a Third AAG Brand
Let's have some fun. As you know, I don't agree with the two-brand, three-livery approach Alaska Air Group is taking. So, here are my thoughts on a third AAG brand, which would better differentiate the different offerings of the group. … [Read more...] about My Thoughts on a Third AAG Brand
New Alaska Air 787 Livery and Routes Unveiled
August promises to be the most information-packed of the Alaska-Hawaiian integration process. However, the first chunk to be released, which included the unveiling of the new Alaska Air 787 livery alongside the announcement of two new routes, leaves more questions than answers. … [Read more...] about New Alaska Air 787 Livery and Routes Unveiled
The End is Near for HawaiianMiles
We're inching ever-closer to the complete integration of Hawaiian Airlines within the Alaska Air Group. And, as expected, the next milestone is the integration of the group's frequent flier programs, which inevitably means that the end is near for HawaiianMiles. But that's alot more dramatic sounding than it actually is. Let's discuss. … [Read more...] about The End is Near for HawaiianMiles
Alaska Companion Cert Now Works With Hawaiian
As we barrel towards integration, another perk for members has landed: the Alaska Companion Cert now works with Hawaiian Airlines flights. This is a a major improvement that should have been implemented sooner, especially given Alaska Air Group's ever-evolving fleet utilization strategy. … [Read more...] about Alaska Companion Cert Now Works With Hawaiian
Hawaiian Prepares for Loyalty Integration
We're closing in on the Alaska-Hawaiian single operating certificate, which should be issued in about four months. As such, we've seen Alaska Air Group begin to make fleet moves and other changes. The most notable of these other changes are those occurring as Hawaiian prepares for loyatly integration. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Prepares for Loyalty Integration
Alaska Air Orders More Dreamliners
Alaska Airlines is preparing to launch its first European route next year. To do this, we know they'll be assuming the first (former) Hawaiian Airlines Boeing 787-9 delivery, which is expected to occur in 2026. However, the existing order of 12 frames is insufficient to fuel their ambitions. As such, Alaska Air orders more Dreamliners and converts some Boeing 737 MAX … [Read more...] about Alaska Air Orders More Dreamliners
Hawaiian A330 Update and Other News
This post is going to be a mixed bag, as there are several topics I want to cover. The top of these, of course, is the Hawaiian A330 update, along with an important reminders about Daniel K. Inouye International Airport, and my thoughts on the Air India 171 tragedy. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian A330 Update and Other News