Hawaiian Airlines, part of Alaska Airlines, has announced a five-year investment plan worth more than £600 million to upgrade airport facilities, technology and aircraft interiors, while expanding community and sustainability initiatives.
The Kahuʻewai Hawai‘i Investment Plan will include renovations to lobbies, gates and amenities at airports in Honolulu, Līhu‘e, Kahului, Kona and Hilo. A new 10,600-square-foot premium lounge will be built at Honolulu’s Terminal 1. The airline will also launch an updated app and website this spring with improved booking and self-service features, and invest in technology to support employees.
From 2028, Hawaiian Airlines’ Airbus A330 fleet will undergo a full interior upgrade, including new seating, lighting, first-class suites, a premium economy cabin, Bluetooth-enabled entertainment systems and free Starlink Wi-Fi. The airline will also acquire three A330 aircraft off lease to support future operations.
Later this year, Hawai‘i residents enrolled in the Huaka‘i by Hawaiian loyalty programme will receive a 50 per cent bonus on Atmos Rewards points for inter-island flights, alongside existing benefits such as free checked bags and discounted fares.
The plan also includes investment in locally produced sustainable aviation fuel, electric ground vehicles and partnerships supporting education, workforce development and cultural preservation. Hawaiian Airlines will provide grants to non-profit organisations promoting environmental and cultural initiatives through the Alaska Airlines | Hawaiian Airlines Foundation.
The investment programme runs through 2029 and forms part of Alaska Air Group’s wider strategy to enhance guest experience and sustainability.