Fuel CostsFluctuating fuel prices, particularly on the West Coast, are creating cost uncertainties for the company.
IT OutagesALK experienced another IT outage resulting in over 400 cancelled flights, which is expected to have around a $20M impact, roughly double the impact of a previous outage.
Tax Rate IncreaseA higher 4Q25 tax rate of 30% from 25% has led to lowered earnings estimates for ALK.