Alaska Airlines

By David Casey
Routes' latest update on how airlines and airports across North America are responding to the COVID-19 pandemic
Airports & Networks

By Ben Goldstein
Airlines did not expect to have to pay back 30% of assistance.
Airports & Networks

By Ben Goldstein
The assistance will enable carriers to avoid furloughs through the COVID-19 crisis.
Airports & Networks

By Ben Goldstein
Largest six US airlines would have to pay back about a third of the payroll assistance they will receive in COVID-19 rescue.
Airports & Networks

By David Casey
Alaska Airlines plans to maintain flights to all points it currently serves in Alaska as well as bringing forward the launch of seasonal routes to Dillingham (DLG) and King Salmon (AKN) after the demise of RavnAir Alaska.
Airlines & Lessors

By David Casey
Alaska Airlines says it will explore the launch of new services to support communities within the US state affected by the suspension of RavnAir Alaska operations.
Airports & Networks

By Aaron Karp
The regional carrier provided key transportation links in Alaska.
Airports & Networks

By Ben Goldstein
Alaska Airlines announced plans to cut its schedule by 70% in April and May, citing the “historic and unprecedented falloff in demand” caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Airlines & Lessors

By Aaron Karp
The airline noted that passengers flying from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport will be able to connect to flights to Hawaii and Asia.
Airports & Networks

By Ben Goldstein
Alaska Airlines became the latest U.S. carrier to warn about the impact of the COVID-19 outbreak on its domestic operations, alerting investors that first-quarter (Q1) unit revenues will likely decline by 5% year-over-year (YOY) as a result of the crisis.
Airlines & Lessors

By Nigel Mayes
This week: Pegasus Airlines is adding more capacity into Israel; Viva Air Colombia is moving into a market vacated by Avianca; and Delta Air Lines is resuming service between Seattle and Dallas/Ft. Worth after a 14-year hiatus.
Airports & Networks

By David Casey
Delta is ramping up service from its Seattle hub in response to the new pact between American and Alaska.
Airports & Networks

By Ben Goldstein
The expanded West Coast alliance between American Airlines and Alaska Airlines looks set to deal a big win for both parties and a fresh blow to Delta Air Lines, according to several analysts who commented on the deal.
Air Transport

By David Casey
Alaska Airlines and American Airlines expand their partnership, paving the way for new international routes from Seattle including the first nonstop service to connect to Bengaluru, India.
Airports & Networks

By Ben Goldstein
Alaska Airlines is evaluating options for a large aircraft order later this year to replace its fleet of aging Airbus A320-family aircraft.
Air Transport

By Ben Goldstein
The LCC will start service from San Diego to Maui and Honolulu in April.
Airports & Networks

By Aaron Karp
The route further strengthens connectivity in Alaska's network between the US Pacific northwest and northern/central California.
Airports & Networks

By Nigel Mayes
This week: Hamburg has secured its first-ever non-stop service to Tirana; EgyptAir is to restore Ireland’s link with Egypt; and Alaska Airlines is making further changes to its Californian network.
Airports & Networks

By David Casey
We profile Alaska Airlines, the Seattle-headquartered carrier which is attending Routes Americas 2020.
Airports & Networks

By David Casey
JetBlue has increased capacity on US - Mexico City services by more than 20 percent this year, but is withdrawing from the crowded market in early 2020 to focus on more profitable routes in its network. The airline’s decision means it is the third US carrier to withdraw from Mexico's capital in the past 12 months.
Airports & Networks

By David Casey
This week: Canada Jetlines sets start date; Eastern Airways sold to founder; Finnair and Juneyao Air agree new codeshare; Viva Air to expand with $50m investment and more.
Airports & Networks

By David Casey
Low-cost carriers continue to dominate the list of fastest-growing major airlines in the world, exclusive research by Routesonline has found, with eight of the top ten positions taken up by budget operators. A Thai airline took the crown as the carrier which expanded at the quickest rate in 2018.
Airports & Networks

Routesonline analyses the North American aviation industry, taking a quarterly look at the top routes served and revealing the airlines that are dominating the market. We also rank the top ten airports by available departure seats.
Airports & Networks

With World Routes 2018 almost a month behind us, our thoughts are now well and truly on the upcoming regional events.
Airports & Networks

By David Casey
Routesonline analyses the North American aviation industry, taking a monthly look at the top routes served and revealing the airlines that are dominating the market. We also rank the top ten airports by available departure seats.
Airports & Networks