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Last update: 4 hours agoTSA Troubles in Anchorage: Memorial Day crowds hit Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport hard Friday, with long TSA lines tied to intermittent X-ray equipment outages; officials say technicians are on site, wait times are improving but delays may linger, so travelers should arrive at least two hours early for domestic and three for international. Alaska Airlines Global Push: Alaska Airlines launched its new Seattle–London Heathrow nonstop and is expanding its oneworld footprint at LHR, betting on premium international demand even as jet fuel costs surge. Fuel Shock for Travelers: Across the U.S., AAA and GasBuddy warn Memorial Day gas prices are near four-year highs, with many states—including Alaska—projected to set records, adding pressure to already pricier summer travel. Budget Flight Fallout: Spirit’s collapse is still rippling through the travel market, with budget fliers scrambling for pricier alternatives. Local Cruise Watch: Juneau’s Goldbelt Tram remains closed indefinitely after repairs and safety inspections following last month’s incident, right as cruise season ramps up. Fraud Case: A Nigerian man was sentenced to 18 months in the U.S. for wire fraud tied to Alaska’s 2022 Permanent Fund Dividend program.
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