Alaska Airlines Passenger's Phone and Power Bank Catch Fire Mid-Flight, Leaving One Hospitalized

Three people were evaluated by Wichita airport emergency personnel on Sunday, Feb. 22, an airport spokesperson tells PEOPLE
MySuncoast.com

Cellphone battery pack sparks fire during flight, forcing pilot to make emergency landing

A cabin fire sparked by a cellphone battery pack forced an Alaska Airlines flight to make an emergency landing shortly after takeoff.

Alaska Airlines flight returns to Wichita after passenger's phone, power bank overheat

An Alaska Airlines flight headed from Wichita to Seattle returned to Wichita shortly after takeoff this afternoon after a passenger’s cell phone overheated.

Alaska Airlines, Volaris cancel Portland routes amid unrest in western Mexico

A military operation in western Mexico targeting one of the country’s powerful cartel leaders triggered widespread violence and is now affecting flights at PDX.
Hoodline

Overheated Phone Sparks Midair Scare On Alaska Flight Back To Wichita

An Alaska Airlines flight from Wichita to Seattle had to turn around Sunday after a passenger’s cellphone and external power bank overheated midair, cutting the trip short and sending one traveler to the hospital for evaluation.

Portland approves tax breaks for proposed $150 million Alaska Airlines hangar

Portland city councilors voted unanimously Wednesday night to temporarily exempt a proposed Alaska Airlines maintenance hangar at Portland International Airport from property taxes. The project could create 100 permanent jobs,
Travel Weekly

Alaska Airlines calls itself a global carrier. But is it, really?

Analysts say Alaska is headed in the right direction, but another acquisition is likely needed for the airline to truly compete with the Big Three.

Alaska Airlines pilots’ salaries revealed — and the numbers are shocking

These pilots are flying sky-high in more ways than one. According to Aviation A2Z, a recently negotiated contract with notable pay hikes has made Alaska Airlines pilot salaries among the strongest in the market.

No regrets: Why Alaska Airlines easily got rid of the Boeing 737-900

The Boeing 737-900 was part of Alaska Airlines' fleet for almost 25 years.