Alaska Airlines: Letting Organised Crime Through At The Border
A Hole in the Border
I have discovered proof that Alaska Airlines are, as a matter of company policy, facilitating the entry of foreign nationals into the United States, on tickets procured at an industrial scale by organised crime, via thefts from US citizens.
I have been researching these thefts and their impact on investors in Alaska Airlines, but a by-product is my uncovering that Alaska Airlines is fully aware of foreign nationals entering the United States, not only after arrival, but while in transit.
The firm does not involve law enforcement as a matter of policy. Their motivation is uncertain, but likely a combination of the expenditure, and concealing the scale of the thefts.
An open letter 2 weeks ago from State of Alaska Attorney General chastising Alaska Airlines for impeding law enforcement on another matter drew my attention to it.
I uncovered 370 cases in 2025 alone, which is a clear indication of 1000s, or even 10,000s that lay unreported.
The victim’s report over and over that Alaska Airlines refuses to involve law enforcement or any other government agency upon discovery.
This policy alone serves to facilitate the ongoing thefts conducted by organised crime.
Worse, this policy, without doubt, allows foreign nationals to enter the United States, facilitated by the industrial thefts by organised crime from US citizens, to enter the United States.
The victim testimonies are unanimous in their reports. Alaska Airlines do not involve law enforcement.
“The CSR said that unfortunately she has to do this 3-5 times per day and if the flight has already flown then miles are gone. I asked if I should report to authorities and she told me not to even bother.“ (link) (archive)
“asked Alaska Air to have police meet the person at the airport but they wouldn’t.” (link) (archive)
“When I asked about what AK air was going to do to hold the person accountable I was told that they had canceled the flight and no further action would be taken.” (link) (archive)
None is clearer than the case study I outline below.
How many crimes have Alaska Airlines facilitated?
How many criminals have been allowed to enter the United States by this policy?
How many are within the country right now?
How many more are entering every day?
CASE STUDY: THE HOUSTON INBOUND FLIGHT
Alaska Airlines Declines to Notify Authorities of Fraudulent Traveller
Case Summary
On 12 July 2025, an Alaska Airlines loyalty member discovered that their account had been compromised and their miles used to book a business class flight for an unknown individual travelling from Dubai to Houston via Qatar Airways. (link) (archive link)
The victim discovered the fraud while the fraudulent passenger was still in transit. The flight was not scheduled to land in Houston until after 4pm, providing several hours for Alaska Airlines to coordinate with CBP or other federal authorities.
The victim explicitly asked how to report the fraud and whether the person could be arrested upon arrival.
Alaska Airlines’ response: “There was nothing they could do.”
Key Facts
Date of Discovery: 12 July 2025
Route: Dubai to Houston via Doha (Qatar Airways)
Cabin: Business Class
Miles Stolen: 215,000
Fraudulent Passenger Name: Visible in booking records (see screenshots)
US Port of Entry: Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Notification Window: Multiple hours before scheduled 4pm landing
Law Enforcement Coordination: None (per victim account)
Screenshot 1: Victim’s Initial Report
The victim posted to the Facebook group “Award Travel by Roame” on 12 July 2025, showing the fraudulent booking details and asking how to report the fraud or have the person arrested.
Victim’s statement: “Someone hacked my Alaska mileage and currently enroute from Dubai to Houston via Qatar airways business class. How do I report this or even better get them arrested if possible. They’re not anticipated to land until after 4pm.”
Source: Facebook, Award Travel by Roame group. Archive: archive.ph/IVxmB
Screenshot 2: Customer Service Response and Booking Record
The victim’s update shows: Alaska Airlines customer service mentioning the compromise may be linked to a recent data transfer issue, suggesting awareness of a broader security problem;
Screenshot 3: Booking Record
The victim shares the name of the fraudulent traveller.
Screenshot 4: The Victim Shares Alaska Airlines Response
Exchange:
Tania McKeown: “Did they catch the person who did this?”
Adrian H. Liu: “nope. There was nothing they could do, unfortunately.”
Outcome: The fraudulent passenger entered the United States on a ticket procured through organised crime. No law enforcement coordination occurred despite hours of advance notice, a known US port of entry, and a named passenger.
What This Case Demonstrates
1. Alaska Airlines had advance notice of fraudulent international travel to the United States.
2. The victim explicitly requested law enforcement involvement.
3. Alaska possessed the fraudulent passenger’s name and booking details.
4. Multiple hours remained before the passenger would clear US Customs at Houston.
5. Alaska declined to coordinate with CBP or any law enforcement agency.
6. The customer service representative indicated awareness of a broader security issue affecting multiple accounts.
7. The fraudulent passenger entered the United States without interdiction.