#Hawaiian Airlines
Main cabin dining redefined by island-inspired Hawaiian Airlines onboard food service
Pre-order dining options by celebrated Hawai‘i chefs, fresh fare for all cabins and complimentary local snacks highlight evolution of tasty options for travelers.
Surge in passengers anticipated at Hawaiʻi airports because of 63rd annual Merrie Monarch Festival
Hawai’i airports brace for an influx of interisland passengers traveling to Hilo for the 63rd annual Merrie Monarch Festival, ongoing until April 11.
Hawaiian Airlines transitions to self-service bag tag stations
Starting this month, self-service bag tag stations will help streamline the travel experience by cutting down lobby wait times and congestion.
New Alaska Airlines state-of-the-art global training center officially opens its doors
New $200 million, 660,000-square-foot facility brings training for multiple workgroups under one roof and strengthens the airline’s transformation into the country’s fourth global airline.
Alaska Airlines announces largest fleet order in airline’s history
The airline — parent company of Hawaiian Airlines — ordered 105 new 737-10 aircraft and five new 787 widebody aircraft, with an option for an additional 35 new 737-10 aircraft, extending the delivery stream through 2035.
Hawaiian Airlines unveils 5-year, $600M investment plan including airport upgrades
Starting this year through 2029, Hawaiian Airlines will renovate lobbies and gates in Honolulu, Līhuʻe, Kahului, Kona and Hilo to improve passenger flow and comfort.
Hawaiian Airlines surprises 14 nonprofits with combined 7M Atmos Rewards points
Special gift is airline’s way to celebrate Giving Tuesday, new loyalty program and mark its commitment to local nonprofits that rely on air travel to deliver essential services in Hawai‘i and beyond.
Honolulu Cookie Company, Hawaiian Airlines team up for sweet surprise to delight of travelers
The Hawai’i-based brands partnered to give some extra aloha and holiday cheer to people on several flights Thursday (Dec. 4) by greeting them with complimentary peppermint macadamia cookies on World Cookie Day.
Business Monday: Wahine-owned business bottles harmony, healing from Hawaiʻi blossoms
Melia Goodenow has spent three decades harnessing the healing energies of Hawaii’s indigenous flowers through Hawaiian Rainforest Naturals and nine different flower essences.
Alaska Airlines partners with global consulting firm for audit of tech systems
President and Chief Executive Officer Ben Minicucci explained Alaska Air Group — of which Hawaiian Airlines is a subsidiary — is making the move to strengthen its infrastructure and ensure long-term system reliability following recent IT challenges.
Hawaiian Airlines retires iconic HA callsign after 96 years
Hawaiian Airlines bids farewell to its iconic “HA” callsign today, marking the end of an era as it merges with Alaska Air Group.
Hawaiian, Alaska Airlines bring back seasonal flights to New Zealand
The three-times weekly service between Honolulu and Auckland returns on Nov. 16 and runs through the end of April 2026.
Hawaiian Airlines final flight with HA callsign scheduled for end of October
This procedural change signifies the end of Hawaiian’s independent operations as the company merges with Alaska Airlines.
Alaska, Hawaiian Airlines create foundation to support cultural initiatives
The Alaska Airlines | Hawaiian Airlines Foundation will provide grants to programs focused on celebrating and preserving the unique way of life in Alaska and Hawai‘i.
Transitions in leadership at Alaska Air Group reflect commitment to growth, innovation
Alaska Air Group announces leadership changes, marking a new era of amid the Alaska-Hawaiian integration and its plan to become a single mainline operating carrier.
Hawaiian Airlines names Diana Birkett Rakow as new CEO
She will be Hawaiian Airline’s first female CEO, succeeding Joe Sprague, who will retire after a distinguished career in aviation.
Airline veteran Shelly Parker named head of Hawaiʻi guest operations for Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines
Alaska Air Group today named Shelly Parker as head of Hawai‘i guest operations for Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines. Parker has also been appointed as a member of the company’s Honolulu leadership team.
Hawaiian Airlines to suspend 3 routes to boost capacity in high-demand markets
The airline announced it will suspend service between Honolulu and Incheon, South Korea; Fukuoka, Japan; and Boston to redeploy planes on routes to Sydney, Tahiti, Los Angeles and Seattle.
Hawai‘i Food & Wine Festival 2025 sweepstakes offers shot to win truly epicurean experience
One lucky winner will recieve a trip for 2 to the 15th anniversary festival on O’ahu at the end of October, including airfare for two on Hawaiian Airlines, a 4-night stay at OUTRIGGER Waikīkī Paradise Hotel, two priority access tickets to the Hawaiian Airlines Presents Decanted grand tasting and two tickets to Cirque Du Soleil ‘Auana at OUTRIGGER Waikīkī Beachcomber Hotel, a prize package worth a total $5,700.
Business Monday: Local grower returns to Hilo Orchid Society Show after winning best in show
Hilo Orchid Farm blends tradition with innovation at its wholesale nursery that grows about 600 different species of the flowering plants.
