If you’re planning a trip to Seattle after August, the price of plane tickets may go up. Delta Air Lines is stopping all flights to Juneau next fall, to return in May of 2017.
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Lightning hits jet: ‘It just sounded like a big explosion’
An Alaska Airlines flight on its way to Ketchikan and Juneau was struck by lightning Sunday night. No one was hurt, but it shook people up.
For Juneau, it’s a good time to fly
“Juneau to Minneapolis for $361. New York for $365, which is insane. The fares dropped by $100 to $200 overnight. And adjusted for inflation, really, Juneau has never ever seen these exceptional rates,” said travel analyst Scott McMurren.
Alaska Natives discuss what ‘Eskimo’ means to them
Alaska Airlines use of the phrase “Meet our Eskimo” in its rebranding campaign has sparked a controversy and new conversation about what “Eskimo” means to Alaska Natives.
Delta cuts two weekly flights to Juneau
Effective immediately Delta will no longer fly to Juneau on Tuesday or Saturday. There will be no southbound flights on Sundays or Wednesdays.
Alaska Airlines to phase out ‘combi’ planes
In 2017, Alaska Airlines will phase out its five Boeing 737-400 “combi” planes that move cargo and passengers primarily around Alaska.
Seattle’s Ride The Ducks tours to remain suspended
Washington’s lead investigator said his team is still analyzing maintenance records and has another round of physical inspections to do before delivering a report next month.
Competitive airfares out of Juneau sticking around this fall, winter
“Delta is making a play to really make an impact on this market,” said Scott McMurren, a travel analyst based in Anchorage.
Alaska Airlines diverts Juneau-Seattle flight to Vancouver, BC
CBC News is reporting that an Alaska Airlines plane en route to Seattle from Juneau was diverted to Vancouver today due to an electrical issue.
Delta to add year-round competition in Juneau, Fairbanks
“It’s, quite frankly, a place that needs some competition so we’re ready to step in and be able to provide that,” says Delta Vice President Mike Medeiros.