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Basic Facts
* Headquarters: SeaTac, Washington, United States.
* IATA code: **AS**. ICAO code: **ASA**. Callsign: “ALASKA”.
* Founded (as predecessor): April 14, 1932 (as McGee Airways).
* Parent company: Alaska Air Group, Inc.
* Alliance membership: oneworld alliance.
* Number of destinations: Over 140 destinations (as of 2025) across North America, Central America, Asia/Pacific region.
Hubs & Route Network
* Major hubs:
* Seattle–Tacoma International Airport (primary).
* Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (Alaska).
* Los Angeles International Airport, San Francisco International Airport, Portland International Airport.
* Focus cities: e.g., Boise Airport in Idaho.
* They serve a mix of domestic US routes (especially West Coast to Alaska/Hawaii) and some international routes (Canada, Mexico, Central America).
Fleet & Operations
* Fleet size: Approximately 300+ aircraft (narrow-body) as of recent counts. * Aircraft types: Largely Boeing 737 variants.
* Operational emphasis: Emphasis on safety, customer care, and environmental/sustainability initiatives.
Merger / Acquisition News
* Alaska Airlines (via its parent) completed the merger with Hawaiian Airlines on September 18, 2024.
* This expands Alaska’s reach into Hawaii and enhances its route network significantly.
* This is a major strategic move, making Alaska a stronger player in the US West Coast + Pacific markets.
Loyalty Program & Services
* Frequent Flyer program: “Mileage Plan”.
* Lounges: Alaska Lounge at key hubs.
* Customer Service: They have multiple contact numbers and support channels. For example, one source lists +1-844-206-6708 for live agent support. ---
Sustainability & Corporate Responsibility
* Alaska Air Group publishes a fact sheet that emphasizes their commitment to safety, operational excellence, and sustainability for the global destinations.
* With increased focus on reducing emissions, fleet efficiency upgrades, etc (typical for major carriers though specific numbers may need deeper lookup).
Current/Recent Issues (for full transparency)
* The airline has had at least a couple of major IT/operations disruptions in 2025, causing flight groundings.
* Customer feedback indicates some problems with their website/app and partner-award availability for Mileage Plan. Example from reddit:
> “The app refuses to update flight schedule changes …”
> “The website has been freezing/crashing when booking with miles…” * So while the airline is well-established, these are real user experience issues worth noting if you plan travel.
For Indian / International Customers
* If you are booking from India (or south Asia) to the US via Alaska, you’ll want to check:
* Which airport you’ll connect from (e.g., via US hub).
* Whether Alaska has codeshare or partner airlines on your routing.
* The terms of Mileage Plan for international zones (earn/redeem).
* For customer service from India, you may have to contact their US service number and possibly deal with international call charges or use online chat. According to one resource: +1-800-252-7522 for international support.
Why Choose Alaska Airlines?
* Strong West Coast network: If you’re travelling US West Coast, Alaska is one of the top carriers.
* Member of oneworld: So you can connect via partner airlines globally, earn/redeem miles across alliance partners.
* Reliable reputation: Historically high customer satisfaction among US traditional carriers (though recent issues exist).
* Access to Alaska Lounge and premium services if you qualify.
* After the Hawaiian merger: expanded services into Hawaii and Pacific regions.
Things to Watch / Consider
* If booking internationally or via partners, make sure the fare is clearly “operated by Alaska Airlines” and know the baggage/stopover rules.
* The app/website issues: If you encounter problems, call customer service early or consider alternate booking platforms.
* If using miles: Check partner award space carefully; there have been complaints of “showing availability but not bookable”.
> “The agent said partner airlines have full control over that.”
* If your itinerary includes Alaska or remote US regions, check for connectivity, possible weather issues, etc.
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