Consolidation of Alaska and Hawaiian Airlines

Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines announced a merger that aims to strengthen their positions in the airline industry. The consolidation is expected to benefit both airlines, particularly in terms of cross-geographic operations, such as flights between mainland US and Hawaii. The merger will also provide financial stability to the airlines, allowing them to weather the challenges faced during the pandemic. With only 12 overlapping routes, the consolidation is not expected to significantly affect competition. The combined airline will have over 300 aircraft and generate around $13-14 billion in revenue.