Alaska Airlines CEO Brad Tilden remarks on acquisition of Virgin America

When it comes to flying, there are airlines that get you from point A to point B, and then there are airlines that get you.At Alaska Airlines, and at Virgin America, it’s always been about the latter. Today two of the country’s favorite carriers announced their intention to merge, forming the West Coast’s premier airline.

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video | August 1, 2023

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