Alaska Airlines Offers Free Lift Tickets, Delta Faces Fuel Shortage at SEA

Alaska Airlines Perk:: Free lift tickets are available on the day of arrival at participating resorts in the US and Canada with a same-day Alaska Airlines boarding pass. This could save travelers up to $180 on a single-day lift ticket.

Participating Resorts:: Schweitzer (Idaho), Bogus Basin (Idaho), and Steamboat Springs (Colorado) are currently participating in the Alaska Airlines promotion for the 2025-2026 ski season.

Delta Fuel Shortage:: A pipeline leak is causing a jet fuel shortage at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), potentially impacting Delta Airlines' long-haul flights through November 28. Customers are advised to check their flight status frequently.

Emergency Proclamation:: Washington Governor Bob Ferguson signed an emergency proclamation to allow more truck deliveries of jet fuel to SEA Airport.

Alaska Airlines Operations:: Alaska Airlines does not expect disruptions, with some flights making fuel stops or tankering fuel to maintain their schedule.

A:: Present your same-day Alaska Airlines boarding pass at the participating resort's ticket office.

A:: Schweitzer, Bogus Basin, and Steamboat Springs are confirmed participants for the 2025-2026 season.

A:: Check your flight status frequently and be prepared to reschedule if necessary. Tickets must be reissued before Dec. 17 to avoid a fare difference.

A:: Tankering is the practice of carrying extra fuel on inbound flights to Seattle to ensure there is enough fuel available for outbound flights.

If you're flying Alaska Airlines to a participating ski resort, take advantage of the free lift ticket offer for potential savings and immediate slope access.

Delta passengers departing from Seattle should monitor their flight status closely due to potential schedule changes related to a fuel shortage.

Consider booking early flights to maximize your time on the slopes and arrive prepared for potential travel adjustments.