Gather around, everyone! Thanks to a recent proxy statement filed by Hawaiian Airlines, we now know the Alaska-Hawaiian merger backstory. And, oh boy! I wasn't expecting things to go the way they apparently did. It also sheds light on the why, which is along the lines of what I was originally thinking. … [Read more...] about Alaska-Hawaiian Merger Backstory
Jeffsetter Blog (featuring Island Miler)
JetBlue-Spirit Merger Has Been Blocked
Here in Hawaii, the focus has been on the out-of-the-blue Alaska-Hawaiian merger. However, another one has been making its way through U.S. courts for over a year. However, now we know the JetBlue-Spirit merger has been blocked by a U.S. District Court Judge. … [Read more...] about JetBlue-Spirit Merger Has Been Blocked
Large-Scale Disruptions at Kona Airport
Cracks in the sole runway are causing large-scale disruptions at Kona Airport. At this stage, little information is known, but as of this writing - 7:30 pm HST - the Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport remains closed until further notice. … [Read more...] about Large-Scale Disruptions at Kona Airport
Remember to Earn Pualani Status in 2024!
With the upcoming Alaska Airlines acquisition of Hawaiian Airlines, along with changes made to Alaska Mileage Plan effective January 1, 2024, it is crucial that you remember to earn Pualani status in 2024, as doing so in the new, combined loyalty program will likely be more difficult. … [Read more...] about Remember to Earn Pualani Status in 2024!
Update on AS1282
The terrifying incident over Oregon late last week still remains largely unresolved. However, I'm going to provide an update on AS1282 as new information has shed light on what potentially caused the frightening yet lucky incident. … [Read more...] about Update on AS1282
2024 AAdvantage Changes
While American Airlines remained mum on their loyalty program amidst many of the other programs announcing changes last year, it seems that 2024 AAdvantage changes are happening after all. They just waited till the New Year to let us know. … [Read more...] about 2024 AAdvantage Changes