RENTON -- The secret to a speedier boarding process? Be a 12.
But not just any 12, be a Russell-Wilson-jersey-wearing 12.
For the second straight year Alaska Airlines is allowing Seahawks fans -- or anyone, really -- wearing the quarterback's No. 3 jersey to board early on all flights departing Seattle. Wilson is in his fifth year as the airline's Chief Football Officer.
The promotion begins Friday and will continue through the regular season. Seattle plays its first preseason game at the Los Angles Chargers on Sunday night.
"As Seattle's hometown airline, we are happy to once again extend this perk to our guests for the 2017 season," said Natalie Bowman, Alaska Airlines' managing director of brand and marketing communications in a press release.