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Civilians rescue two adults, 7-month-old from plane crash

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2 years ago

May 31, 2022

Civilians rescue two adults, 7-month-old from plane crash

CHICKALOON, Alaska (KTUU) – Three individuals, together with a 7-month-old toddler, had been rescued Saturday evening from the wreckage of a aircraft crash within the Matanuska River.

Calls got here in about 6:30 p.m. Saturday to MATCOM {that a} aircraft had crashed into the Matanuska River close to mile 99 of the Glenn Freeway. In line with a put up from the Alaska State Troopers, individuals close by witnessed the crash and instantly responded. They discovered the airplane sinking into the river.

Troopers say Brett Winterbottom of Glacier View “tethered himself to his ATV and swam into the Matanuska River and saved the grownup male and 7-month-old baby.” Winterbottom handed the infant to Tammy Saunders, a Texas nurse who’s visiting Alaska. Saunders was capable of render assist to the kid, in line with troopers.

The opposite occupant of the aircraft turned separated and swam to the opposite aspect of the river. Troopers say one other particular person arrived in a helicopter and carried the girl again to her household on the other shore.

LifeMed responded to the scene and took the girl and baby to the hospital.

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Alaska Airlines' flight attendants to receive pay raise – ABC Columbia

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13 mins ago

July 5, 2024

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Alaska Airlines' flight attendants to receive pay raise – ABC Columbia

(CNN)– Alaska Airlines’ flight attendants are about to get a big pay boost as part of a tentative agreement for a new contract.

According to the Association of Flight Attendants, union members will get at least an 18% raise.

They will also now get paid while boarding passengers on flights.

The tentative agreement comes after nearly two years of negotiations.

The union also made a deal on pay for raises that were missed while those negotiations were ongoing.

Union members still need to vote on whether to ratify the agreement.

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Alaska Airlines Expands Mexico Service to La Paz and Monterrey with New Routes From Los Angeles

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6 hours ago

July 5, 2024

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Alaska Airlines Expands Mexico Service to La Paz and Monterrey with New Routes From Los Angeles

Alaska Airlines has announced the addition of two new destinations in Mexico to its international network, set to launch this winter. The carrier will introduce nonstop flights from Los Angeles to La Paz and Monterrey, expanding options for U.S. travelers seeking warm-weather getaways.

Starting Nov. 20, 2024, Alaska Airlines will become the only U.S. carrier offering service to La Paz, a coastal destination in Mexico’s Baja California Sur. The airline aims to provide travelers with access to this less-frequented Mexican locale known for its beaches and marine life. Flights will be offered two- to three-times weekly.

Additionally, beginning Feb. 13, 2025, Alaska Airlines will launch daily nonstop flights between Los Angeles and Monterrey. This new route will make Alaska the sole U.S. airline providing daily nonstop service to the industrial hub in northeastern Mexico.

“During the winter months, our guests search for warm-weather travel destinations,” stated Alaska Airlines in a press release posted to the airline’s website. “Our new nonstop service to La Paz (LAP) and Monterrey (MTY) caters to that demand by offering our guests the perfect escape to sunny skies, a vibrant city experience and warm hospitality.”

The airline encourages early booking for winter vacations, with tickets available for purchase starting now on the Alaska Airlines website.

Editor’s Note: This article was generated by AI, based on a press release distributed by Alaska Airlines. It was reviewed by a TravelAge West editor.

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Breaking: Alaska's U.S. Judge Joshua Kindred resigns

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13 hours ago

July 5, 2024

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Breaking: Alaska's U.S. Judge Joshua Kindred resigns

It has not been announced by the U.S. Court in a press release, but it shows up on the court’s website: Alaska’s U.S. District Court Judge Joshua Kindred has resigned, effective July 8.

Kindred was appointed by President Donald Trump in 2019 to serve as a judge for the District of Alaska. He is a graduate of University of Alaska Anchorage and Willamette University College of Law, graduating in 2005.

The move is sudden, unexplained, but came in a letter of resignation offered by Kindred, who is 47 years old.