Does a solar eclipse or lunar eclipse affect flights?

No, an eclipse is just a shadow. Lunar eclipses are when the moon moves through the earth's shadow. But planes fly through the earth's shadow all the time - it's called “flying at night". It doesn't matter what else is in the shadow too. read more

On Monday August 21, 2017, North America will experience a solar eclipse. If you happen to be along a line stretching from Salem, Oregon to Charleston, South Carolina you’ll be in the “path of totality”, meaning the sun will be completely blocked by the moon for a minute or two. read more

Total Solar Eclipse 2017 - On Monday, August 21, 2017, all of North America will be treated to an eclipse of the sun. Anyone within the path of totality can see one of nature’s most awe inspiring sights - a total solar eclipse. read more

The last total solar eclipse that was visible in the United States happened in 1918. The next one takes place on August 21. Airplane technology has advanced quite a bit in the last 100 years, and Alaska Airlines is going to provide the best view possible to one of the rarest astronomical phenomena. read more