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00:02Alaska Airlines is overhauling cabins across Alaska and Hawaiian Airlines and building new
00:06airport lounges as it bets travelers will continue paying more for premium experiences,
00:11according to CNBC. The airline announced the changes ahead of its Investor Day,
00:15where executives are expected to discuss the new offerings, rising jet fuel costs,
00:19and plans to grow its credit card and loyalty programs. Alaska's Boeing 787 Dreamliners will
00:25add lie-flat Aurora suites and a new premium reserve section beginning in 2028. Hawaiian
00:30Airlines will upgrade its Airbus A330 fleet with new first-class suites and its first premium
00:36economy section. Alaska is also planning new lounges in Seattle and Honolulu as it expands
00:41international flying and grows its Atmos loyalty program with a new rewards debit card. U.S.
00:46Airlines have been adding more premium seats as travelers continue paying higher fares for
00:50first-class service. For all things money, visit Benzinga.com.
