The New York Times – Travel:
Spirit, which filed for bankruptcy protection in November after a federal court blocked its acquisition by JetBlue, says it has rejected the latest Frontier offer for being too low.
Category: JetBlue Airways Corporation
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Travel 2025: New Lounges and Elite Cabins Aim to Win Over Air Passengers
The New York Times – Travel:
Airlines hope to meet the traveler demand for premium flying, whether by offering more roomier seats in economy or upgrading higher-tier classes.
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Overbooked Flight? What to Know If an Airline Bumps You
The New York Times – Travel:
When airlines sell more tickets than available seats, passengers can get kicked off their flights — whether they want to or not.
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As Delta Reports Profits, Airlines Are Optimistic About 2025
The New York Times – Travel:
The industry is enjoying a strong demand for tickets and rising profits, but it remains vulnerable to unexpected problems like a recession or a surge in inflation.
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2 Bodies Found in JetBlue Plane’s Landing Gear at Fort Lauderdale Airport
The New York Times – Travel:
A routine post-flight inspection revealed two bodies in the landing gear compartment of a JetBlue plane after a flight from New York on Monday, the airline said.
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JetBlue Fined $2 Million for Chronic Delays
The New York Times – Travel:
The Transportation Department’s first ever penalty for chronic delays takes aim at four routes that consistently arrived late for five consecutive months.
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Pet Policies for Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, American Airlines and Other Domestic Carriers
The New York Times – Travel:
American recently relaxed its rules for pets traveling inside the cabin with their owners. Here’s what the major U.S. airlines require to travel with a pet.
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Spirit Airlines Will Delay Plane Purchases and Furlough Pilots
The New York Times – Travel:
The low-cost airline, which has been unprofitable for four years, is trying to reduce costs after a federal judge blocked a proposed deal for JetBlue to acquire Spirit.
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JetBlue and Spirit Call Off Their Merger
The New York Times – Travel:
JetBlue said it would pay Spirit $69 million to terminate the $3.8 billion deal, which had been blocked by federal antitrust regulators.