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The Biden policy forcing Trump's hand in Spirit Airlines bailout
In March 2023, the Biden Justice Department and several states sued to block JetBlue's proposed $3.8 billion acquisition of Spirit, arguing the merger would eliminate an ultra-low-cost carrier, thereby reducing competition and driving up fares. A…
The Best Airlines In 2026, According To AirlineRatings.com
A new report from AirlineRatings.com has ranked the world's best airlines for 2026. What are the best airlines in the world right now? A new report from AirlineRatings.com breaks it all down. The site has released its 2026 World's Best Airlines…
Airline easyJet major update to all passengers with holidays
easyJet has issued a major announcement for all holidaymakers with flights booked this summer. Concerns are mounting that the Iran situation, which has seen the crucial Strait of Hormuz closed and severely disrupted global oil supplies, could…
Airline CEO sparks backlash after revealing what's really driving sky-high ticket prices
Air travelers hoping for some relief on soaring ticket prices may not get it anytime soon — even if fuel costs drop, according to reports. One airline CEO in particular is facing backlash after suggesting the company may not lower the high…
AIESL Plans Expansion: Targeting More International Airline Business
State-owned AIESL is strategically expanding its Nagpur facility and seeking international certifications to capture a larger share of the global aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) market. AIESL aims to expand its Nagpur facility to…
Airline boss says aviation industry 'cannot absorb' jet fuel prices
Get your news delivered straight to you by 7am - sign up to our new Morning Mail newsletter for FREE Virgin Atlantic 's boss has warned the aviation industry 'cannot absorb' jet fuel prices at their current levels as airfares surge by as much as…
Airline easyJet statement to all holidaymakers with flights booked
easyJet has made a big announcement for all holidaymakers who have flights booked this summer. Fears are growing that the IRan situation which as seen the key Strait of Hormuz closed and crippled world oil deliveries could have a big impact on jet…
Airlines looking for fare increases to stick, even when jet fuel costs fall
The soaring cost of jet fuel due to the war in Iran will lead to significantly higher airfares. But don't expect ticket prices to drop once fuel prices start to decline. Higher fares are being driven by strong demand for travel as much as the cost…
What a government stake in Spirit Airlines could mean for passengers and the industry
Travelers are unlikely to see major disruptions as the Trump administration reportedly moves closer to a bailout of bankrupt Spirit Airlines, industry experts say. Officials are discussing a roughly $500 million deal to help Spirit exit bankruptcy…
Swiss airline aborts flight takeoff at Delhi airport, 6 injured
2 min read New Delhi Make us preferred source on Google Six passengers were learnt to have been injured after a SWISS International Air Lines flight to Zurich aborted takeoff at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport in the early hours of…
Airlines Secretly Sold Your Travel And Payment Data To The IRS And FBI - Now They're Being Sued
The federal government isn't spposed to have access to all of your travel itineraries and payment details without a good reason. They need to put their requests in writing or even have a subpeona. Some information is available to TSA for checking…
Ryanair to shut Berlin base as it blames rise in German aviation tax
Ryanair is to shut its Berlin operating base and cut its winter schedule to the German capital in half, blaming its decision on soaring aviation taxes in the country. The Irish budget carrier said its relocation of seven aircraft to other centres…
White House Considers Spirit Airlines Buyout for Military Use
The federal government may soon be the new owner of the nation's most recognizable yellow planes. The White House is reportedly exploring a bold strategy to take over Spirit Airlines, potentially repurposing the bankrupt carrier's fleet for…
Airlines Are A Terrible Business - Here's How I'd Lose Less Money Starting One
Airlines are such a bad business that the smartest startup strategy is probably not building the most beautiful premium carrier, but finding a way to lose less money than everyone else. If I had to start one anyway, I would skip the glamorous dream…
'How Is This Legal?': Woman Books American Airlines Flight A Month In Advance. Then She Tries To Go To The Capital One Lounge
The American Express Blue Cash Preferred Card is one of the strongest everyday cash back cards, especially for households that spend heavily at traditional supermarkets. With 6% cash back on U.S. supermarket purchases, 6% on select streaming…
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