has been hit with a U.S. consumer lawsuit alleging that the carrier’s proposed $1.9-billion acquisition of rival Hawaiian Airlines will lead to higher prices, job layoffs and fewer flights.
The passengers said the Alaska Air deal, announced last year, will unlawfully harm air travel competition in violation of U.S. antitrust law. Representatives from Alaska Air, which is the only defendant, and Hawaiian Airlines did not immediately respond to requests for comment. In announcing the Hawaiian acquisition, Alaska Air said the combined company “will unlock more destinations for consumers and expand choice of critical air service options and access throughout the Pacific region.”
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