Alaska airline boarding groups five-group boarding procedure includes a Pre-Boarding group (Group 5). This group is allocated for passengers who require particular help, such as individuals with impairments, the elderly, or families traveling with young children. The airline understands that certain customers may require more time to board and settle into their seats, so they are granted priority access before the regular boarding groups. The Pre-Boarding process is intended not just for persons with physical limitations, but also for those who may require additional time owing to age or the necessity to handle young children throughout the boarding process.