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Hawaiian Airlines will replace the Boeing 717 currently used on intra‑Hawaiian routes with the Boeing 737-800. The 737-800 offers more than twice as many first-class seats, over 30 additional premium seats, plus Starlink Wi‑Fi, adjustable leather seats, 110‑volt outlets and USB ports at every seat. The fleet will be based in Honolulu and operated by locally based staff; the transition begins in 2028. From October, Alaska Airlines will already supplement service with a 737 between Honolulu and Kahului; both carriers are part of Alaska Air Group. » More on de.investing.com

Hawaiian Airlines will end free in-flight meals and introduce a pre-order menu curated by Maui chef Sheldon Simeon starting July 1, with plans to expand offerings in the fall. Meals, priced $11–$17, can be ordered via the Alaska-Hawaiian app or website from two weeks up to 20 hours before departure; free snacks and other buy-on-board products remain unchanged. The airline says dishes will be prepared no more than 12 hours before flights and rotated with new items announced through the year. » More on travel.yahoo.com

Alaska and Hawaiian Airlines are introducing the self-managed corporate travel program "Atmos for Business" for small and mid-size companies with at least $5,000 in annual travel spend. Companies earn points for every US dollar spent, redeemable with Alaska, Hawaiian and more than 30 partners; travelers can link personal "Atmos Rewards" accounts and receive a 10% bonus on status points. The airlines are also launching the Atmos Rewards Visa Business credit card with benefits such as a companion fare, a free checked bag and priority boarding. The program includes team bookings, multiple payment options and reporting tools; Alaska also plans new long‑haul routes and network expansion starting in 2026. » More on de.investing.com