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EconomyAlaska Air bets on premium travel to boost earnings as fuel costs bite

Alaska Air Group is making its strongest push yet into premium travel, adding lie-flat seats, premium-economy cabins and new airport lounges. The airline aims to earn more from passengers willing to pay for comfort as high jet-fuel prices pressure profits.

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RReuters★★☆☆☆2026-09-29 16:10Original

Alaska Air bets on premium travel to boost earnings as fuel costs bite
Alaska Air bets on premium travel to boost earnings as fuel costs biteEconomy