Alaska Airlines is shuffling the deck with its popular Mileage Plan loyalty scheme. In a pitch to customers of both Alaska and Hawaiian Airlines, the carrier is rolling out its new Atmos Rewards plan. What does the new loyalty scheme mean for you?

Atmos Rewards, the new loyalty program from Hawaiian and Alaska airlines, has officially taken off as the singular way for flyers using either airline to earn points, benefits and status. HPR's Emma Caires breaks it down.

The new program, called Atmos Rewards, took effect for Alaska Airlines customers on Thursday. HawaiianMiles members will transition to Atmos on Oct. 1.