What Were America’s Busiest Flights in January?
There are more than a few surprises in the top 10 ranking, which shows that even in winter, there is no shortage of off-peak demand.
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JetBlue’s Push For Profits: More Leisure Routes and Cost Cuts
JetBlue is shifting gears toward leisure travel and premium products as it figures out a future without the Spirit merger.
JetBlue May Try to Terminate Merger With Spirit
The New York-based carrier said it believes it can end the merger agreement with Spirit airlines on or after January 28.
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Judge to JetBlue: No Merger for You
And just like that, JetBlue’s plans are up in smoke. A federal judge last week ruled that no, JetBlue cannot buy its rival Spirit, agreeing with the U.S. Justice Department that the deal would violate antitrust laws designed to protect consumers.
JetBlue and Spirit to Appeal Decision to Block Merger
JetBlue and Spirit said they are appealing the decision to block their merger with the First Circuit Court of Appeals.
JetBlue Axes Several Routes After Merger With Spirit Collapses
JetBlue said it was cutting routes to help return to profitability.
Travel Will Slow in 2024, But That’s Not Bad News
Today's podcast looks at tourism in 2024, Airbnb's New York critique, and Spirit's uncertain future.
Spirit Airlines Faces a Rough Road After Failed Merger With JetBlue
A merger with JetBlue would have been a lifeline for Spirit, but now the carrier faces an unclear path forward.
What JetBlue Saw in Spirit
Today's podcast looks at the JetBlue-Spirit merger, Airbnb's housing help, and Chinese travelers' American blues.
JetBlue-Spirit Merger Blocked
Today's podcast looks at the likely end of the JetBlue-Spirit merger, winter flight woes in the U.S., and a tourist fee at one of Turkey's most popular sites.