|
Newsroom
September 22, 2009
The Houston Airport System (HAS) announces the arrival of Alaska Airlines and its new nonstop service connecting Houston’s George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Seattle’s Sea-Tac Airport (SEA). The new service begins on September 23, 2009 and will feature the airlines spacious Boeing 737-800 aircraft. Alaska Airlines will officially begin operations in Houston with the arrival of their first flight, scheduled to touch down at approximately 3:20 p.m. CST. Alaska Airlines is the latest in a string of carriers to establish operations in the Houston market during the past year. The airline, recently ranked number one in domestic on-time performance for the fourth consecutive month, brings additional nonstop options to one of the most exciting destinations in the country. Like Houston, Seattle is a coastal city that’s been experiencing unprecedented growth over the past several years.
WHO: Houston Airport System & Alaska Airlines
WHAT: Inaugural ceremony launching nonstop service to Seattle from Alaska Airlines
WHEN: Wednesday, September 23, 2009, 2:15 p.m..
WHERE: George Bush Intercontinental Airport – Terminal A
WHY: Alaska Airlines is an established, well-respected carrier within the airline industry with an impeccable reputation for high customer satisfaction. This new service will bring Houston passengers new nonstop flight options to one of the most popular destinations in the country. The arrival of Alaska Airlines also serves as yet another signal that the city of Houston continues to outperform other large U.S. markets, even during a down cycle in the national economic scene.
Media wishing to attend the inaugural ceremony must contact the Houston Airport System media-hotline number for clearance at 281-233-1234. Please park in the Terminal A parking garage, and then sign in at the Terminal A ticketing level for a security check and escort to the event.
###
The Houston Airport System (HAS) served more than 50 million passengers in 2008, ranking as the 4th largest multi-airport system in the U.S. and the 6th largest airport in the world. Houston's three airports contribute more than $24 billion to the regional economy and are responsible for the employment of 151,000 people. George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), now celebrating its 40th Anniversary, is the 8th busiest airport in the nation. William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) and Ellington Airport (EFD) together have served the Texas Gulf Coast region for more than 150 years. For more information, visit fly2houston.com and watch "Houston Airports Today" every Saturday at 9:30 a.m. on KTBU My Channel 55. | 
