Alaska Airlines Opening First San Diego Pilot Base

Alaska Airlines is expanding its presence in San Diego by opening its first pilot base there next year, aiming to station up to 250 captains and first officers. This move will involve hiring 90 new first officers in Q1 2026, potentially leading to some pilot reductions at other bases. The new base will strengthen the operation of Alaskas fleet and enhance connectivity for travelers, with 80% capacity growth expected between 2023 and next years schedule. Applications for 80 captain positions and 70 first officer slots in San Diego will be accepted from Dec 15-28, with a final decision expected by Jan 6 and the base becoming effective June 1. DNN | The Daily News Now! The world’s first global local news network. Every city. Every story. AI powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.