Fellows mentioned in this story: Daniel Chun, Cohort VIII

From Midweek:

Fifteen years ago to the day (Oct. 12, 2007), an Alaska Airlines pilot turned on the intercom and said, “Ladies and gentlemen, this is your captain speaking. In 30 minutes, we’ll begin our descent to Honolulu International Airport.” He may have even provided a weather forecast (partly cloudy with highs in the mid-80s).

Though it may sound very routine, history was made when he ended the announcement with three little words: “Welcome to Hawai‘i.”

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