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The James Charles 'Spirit Airlines' TikTok Controversy, Explained
James Charles sparked backlash on TikTok after responding to a DM from a laid-off Spirit Airlines worker. (Photo by Vivien Killilea/Getty Images for Painted) James Charles has sparked online backlash after posting a TikTok criticizing a former…
International Consolidated Airlines Group slips Friday, underperforms market
Shares of International Consolidated Airlines Group S.A. IAG slipped 2.52% to £3.75 Friday, on what proved to be an all-around rough trading session for the stock market, with the FTSE 100 Index UKX falling 1.71% to 10,195.37. International…
Latest paper boarding pass rules for all major UK airlines in 2026
British holidaymakers risk having their trips ruined if they don't check their airline's boarding pass policies before heading to the airport. Some major airlines are ditching paper boarding passes altogether in favour of digital options. Budget…
Airlines increase flights to popular holiday island as demand soars
The Channel Island Jersey has seen an increase in interest among British travellers amid travel instability. In response, airlines have increased their flight capacity between the UK and the island for this summer and next. Jet2 announced last week…
Democrats Press US Airlines for Information on Fare, Fee Hikes
A group of Democratic senators is pressing major US airlines for information on increases in airfares and luggage fees in response to the war in the Middle East. “Americans are paying the high price for President Trump's war,” the…
Flight cancellation chaos sparks $40m bid to fix airline complaints system
The federal government has announced nearly $40 million to fund an overhaul of aviation consumer rights. These include a new watchdog and complaints system that could lead to compensation for disrupted passengers. The laws, first outlined in 2024…
Singapore Airlines sticking with Air India for the 'long game' despite losses
Air India has weighed on Singapore Airlines' bottom line since the merger of Vistara and Air India in December 2024. Air India recorded a loss of SG$3.56 billion, or $2.8 billion, SIA's share of the loss amounted to SG$945.2 million. But some…
Integration of airlines' tech will be biggest challenge post-merger, Allegiant exec says
The blending of Allegiant Air and Sun Country Airlines sailed through the merger process because the two air carriers are so similar and because there was almost no overlap between the companies' routes, a top Allegiant executive said Thursday.
Former Spirit Airlines employees claim they are still owed pay and benefits, lawsuit says
WASHINGTON — Former Spirit Airlines employees have filed a class-action lawsuit against the airline, alleging the shuttered company did not give them proper notice before a mass layoff. In a complaint filed on May 12, a group of six…
All you need to know about new UK transatlantic airline ahead of first flight to NYC
At 11am on Thursday 15 May, a new British airline is due to make its maiden flight. A giant Airbus A380 plane in the colours of Global Airlines will lift off from Glasgow airport in Scotland, destination New York JFK. The founder has pledged to…
Singapore Airlines defends its decision to invest in loss-making Air India: 'We know the market and how difficult it feels'
Losses at struggling Air India helped to drag down profits at Singapore Airlines last year, even as the city-state's flagship carrier reported record revenue and passenger traffic. SIA reported a 57.4% drop in net income to 1.2 billion Singapore…
Dozens of repossessed Spirit Airlines jets now parked in Arizona desert
Dozens of bright yellow jets once operated by Spirit Airlines are now sitting idle in the Arizona desert after being repossessed by leasing companies, according to aviation officials. The aircraft are currently parked in a storage field following…
Two small airlines join forces to create new budget carrier
READ MORE: Ultimate Spirit Airlines compensation guide: 'Magic words' to tell your bank for BIGGEST refund... what to do if you DIDN'T use a credit card... how to reclaim cost of new flights.... and 'rescue' option when all else fails Two budget…
Amazing: An Inside Look At Spirit Airlines' Aircraft Repo Operation
If you're at all an aviation geek or interested in the airline industry, I implore you to find 47 minutes over the weekend to enjoy this… I've written in the past about the “Cockpit Casual” channel on YouTube, which is run by…
Private jet CEO takes shot at budget airlines over 'fuel crisis cancellation politics
A private jet CEO has hit out at the Straight of Hormuz fuel crisis, labelling any perceived shortage for airlines as a myth. The bold claim comes from Greg Raiff, the CEO of private jet company Elevate Jet based in Miami, Florida. During the month…
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