Alaska Airlines eyes new Asia route from Seattle

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    "excerpt": "Alaska Airlines is developing a new transpacific route from Seattle, targeting Asia as its next growth frontier. The airline plans at least 15 long-haul destinations by 2030, with Pacific expansion now prioritized over Europe. No specific city or launch date has been confirmed yet. Originally reported by thepointsguy.com · Alaska Airlines plots new Asia route, won't follow rivals with 'basic business' By InsideFlyer Oct 7 · 2:00 PM · 1 min Alaska currently flies nonstop only to Tokyo and Seoul from Seattle. Its new Asia target follows recent European expansions to London, Rome, and Reykjavik, with Paris and Athens slated for 2027. The airline’s CEO previously pledged 12 long-haul routes by 2030; that target has now risen to 15, with Asia receiving heavier emphasis. Seattle’s geographic advantage as a Pacific gateway supports this shift. Delta’s planned Singapore service from the same hub adds competitive pressure. Alaska also revealed premium domestic upgrades, including lie-flat seats on select 737 MAX 10s, likely bound for New York. These jets, internally dubbed “Project Gotham,” will serve major West Coast hubs. Business-class passengers may gain access to the upcoming Aurora Lounge in Seattle, though details remain pending. Starlink Wi-Fi is active on 40% of Alaska and Hawaiian’s combined fleet, with 787s next in line for installation. Travelers should watch for new Asia...",
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