The merger between Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines has been given the green light by the U.S. Department of Transportation, with certain conditions in place to safeguard consumer interests.
Following approval from the U.S. Justice Department last month, the $1.9 billion deal now awaits final clearance from the Transportation Department, which oversees airline mergers.
Key stipulations include maintaining the value of existing airline reward programs and ensuring that miles earned can be seamlessly transferred at a 1-to-1 ratio under a new combined loyalty point system.
In addition, both carriers are required to uphold essential air services for rural communities and sustain current levels of passenger and cargo routes within Hawaii, as emphasized by U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg during a recent press briefing.
The Department of Transportation has outlined these conditions as part of its comprehensive review process for airline mergers, signaling a significant step forward for Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines towards finalizing their union.
2024-09-17 16:52:16
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