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Hawaiian Airlines will introduce its first-ever premium economy cabin and a redesigned first class product on its Airbus A330 fleet beginning in 2028.

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Honolulu (HNL), Līhu’e (LIH), Kahului (OGG), Kona (KOA), and Hilo (ITO) airports in Hawai'i

Who
Hawaiian Airlines, Alaska Air Group Chief Commercial Officer Andrew Harrison
What
Hawaiian Airlines will introduce its first-ever premium economy cabin and a redesigned first class product on its Airbus A330 fleet beginning in 2028.
When
Fri, 12 Jun 2026 21:30:21 GMT · 3h 30m ago
Where
Honolulu (HNL), Līhu’e (LIH), Kahului (OGG), Kona (KOA), and Hilo (ITO) airports in Hawai'i ·
Why
The airline aims to align its onboard experience with the expectations of today’s premium travelers and remain competitive following its merger with Alaska Airlines.
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This investment is part of a larger $600 million upgrade plan that also includes airport renovations and a new lounge, indicating Hawaiian Airlines' strategic move to enhance its premium offerings and overall passenger experience to compete post-merger.

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