NEWSOct 23, 2024Frontier Airlines and Spirit Consider Re-Opening Merger TalksInterests about a possible merger between Spirit Airlines and Frontier Airlines has reportedly been renewed. See why a deal fell through between the two airlines in the first place and what Spirit has done to alleviate debt burdens.Read More →
NEWSOct 20, 2024Spirit Airlines Passenger Injured After Chicago to Los Angeles Flight Experienced TurbulenceTurbulence struck Spirit Airlines Flight NK467 during its Chicago-to-Los Angeles route on Friday, October 18, causing one passenger injury. Read More →
NEWSOct 08, 20242 Spirit Passengers Wearing Crop Tops Kicked Off Flight by Male Flight AttendantTwo female passengers were forcibly removed from Spirit Airlines flight 387 from Los Angeles to New Orleans for wearing crop tops. Read more to find out what happened, and what was Spirit's response.Read More →
NEWSOct 04, 2024Spirit Airlines Considers Bankruptcy FilingSpirit Airlines executives are considering filing for bankruptcy in the future. See what the current plans are for the airline and how much debt the airlines owes to creditors.Read More →
NEWSAug 19, 2024Over 2,200 Flights Delayed or Cancelled Within 24 Hours at New York City AirportsThe FAA has placed ground stops on over 2,000 flights in New York on Sunday evening due to dangerous weather. Get the totals and find other interesting tidbits about this past storm in this article.Read More →
INFORMATIONALJul 13, 2024Why Is Spirit Airlines So Cheap? A Look at How Budget Airlines WorkSpirit Airlines is cheap, like much cheaper than other US airlines. But why is this? A la carte pricing and low overhead help set this airline apart from traditional carriers. Read More →
NEWSMay 10, 2024Spirit Airlines Hit With Engine Issues Amid Revenue StrugglesSpirit Airlines, America's largest ultra-low-cost airline, is struggling with various aspects of its operation. The carrier is expecting less revenue in the second quarter of 2024, an issue that stems from a multitude of issues.Read More →
TRIP REPORTSMar 16, 2024My Experience on America’s Worst-Rated Airline: Is Spirit Really That Bad? In early May, our writer Adam Schupak had the opportunity to fly Spirit Airlines between Newark (EWR) and Charleston (CHS). Considering all of the recent changes occurring within the airline, such as new cabins and policies onboard, he was curious whether or not the airline deserves the bad rap that people usually give it. Read More →
NEWSMar 02, 2024As Pressure Mounts, Boeing May be Forced to Purchase its Fuselage Supplier Spirit AeroSystemsIn the spotlight to improve its safety, Boeing is in discussions to acquire Spirit AeroSystems Inc., to reclaim control of its challenged former aerostructures unit and the main supplier that makes the bodies of the troubled 737 MAX planes.Read More →
INFORMATIONALFeb 20, 2024What Can JetBlue Expect After Activist Investor Carl Icahn Acquired a 10% Stake in the Airline?Activist investor Carl Icahn has taken a 10% interest in JetBlue by purchasing 33.6 million shares of its stock in January and February. His investment has caused a more than 18% rise in the prices of JetBlue stock, a phenomenon known as the Icahn Rise. There are several possible reasons for Icahn taking a stake in JetBlue, ranging from a simple profit-taking opportunity to long-term airline control.Read More →
