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Southwest Airlines Will Face Pilots’ Union Lawsuit Over Threats
The Dallas-based carrier will head to court over claims by pilots that it harassed a senior pilot involved in training other aviators.Business - Inc. - October 29 -
United Airlines Makes MileagePlus Loyalty Perks Harder to Get
Carriers have increased requirements for passengers to improve their standing in programs in recent years.Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 29 -
United Airlines raises spending requirements to earn frequent flyer status
United Airlines customers will have to spend and fly more to earn elite benefits next year.Business - CNBC - October 30 -
United Airlines raises spending requirements to earn frequent flyer status
United Airlines customers will have to spend more to reach frequent flyer status next year, the latest move by the carrier to increase profits and give an exclusive feel to the increasingly crowded ...Top stories - NBC News - October 30 -
Spirit Airlines furloughs more pilots as part of efforts to cut costs
Spirit Airlines Inc. on Wednesday said it would furlough around 330 pilots early next year, the latest money-saving effort by the struggling discount carrier to stay afloat as it wrangles with ...Business - MarketWatch - October 31 -
California inks sustainable aviation fuel deal with major airlines
California signed an agreement Wednesday with the country's leading passenger and cargo airlines to accelerate the use of sustainable aviation fuels across the state. The California Air Resources ...Politics - The Hill - October 31 -
United Airlines Passenger Repeatedly Punched Another Flier, Authorities Say
A man assaulted another passenger on a United Airlines flight on Monday in an attack that appeared to have been random, officials said.Top stories - The New York Times - October 31 -
Singapore Airlines will add first class, revamp cabins for longest flights
Singapore Airlines will add a first class to its ultra-long-range aircraft and increase the number of business class seats in race for high-spending travelers.Business - CNBC - November 4 -
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Ben Baldanza, 62, Dies; Brought No-Frills Flying to Spirit Airlines
He introduced ticket prices that couldn’t be beat, but asked fliers to pay extra for nearly everything, including water, carry-ons and printed tickets.Business - The New York Times - November 10 -
Airlines halt flights to Haiti after plane hit by gunfire
Spirit Airlines flight heading from Florida to Port-au-Prince diverted to Dominican Republic after flight attendant was grazed by bullet, amid broader violence in Haiti’s capital. Haiti’s ...World - The Guardian - November 12 -
Spirit Airlines flight from Florida hit by gunfire while trying to land in Haiti
A Spirit Airlines flight from Florida was damaged by gunfire en route to Haiti and diverted to the neighboring country of the Dominican Republic, the airline said.Top stories - CBS News - November 11 -
Spirit Airlines flight hit by gunfire in Port-au-Prince
A Spirit Airlines flight was hit by gunfire in Port-au-Prince, Haiti. The flight was headed to Fort Lauderdale, Fla., and was diverted when it was hit. The airline said Flight 951 landed safely in ...Politics - The Hill - November 11 -
Airlines suspend Haiti flights after plane hit by gunfire
It is the second time in weeks an aircraft has come under fire over Port-au-Prince, as gang violence worsens.Top stories - BBC News - November 11 -
Spirit Airlines flight attendant injured after plane to Haiti struck by gunfire
A Spirit Airlines flight to Haiti was hit by gunfire on Monday, injuring a flight attendant, as the State Department warned of "gang-led efforts" to stop travel to the country.Top stories - NBC News - November 11 -
Flights to Haiti Canceled After Spirit Airlines, JetBlue Planes Hit by Suspected Gunfire
The main airport in Port-au-Prince is temporarily closed to air traffic. The country is embroiled in political unrest.World - The Wall Street Journal - November 11 -
Spirit Airlines flight attendant hurt after plane struck by gunfire
A Spirit Airlines flight from Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, was hit by gunfire as it was landing in Port-au-Prince, Haiti. One flight attendant was hurt and the flight diverted to the Dominican Republic.Top stories - NBC News - November 11 -
Spirit Airlines flight hit with gunfire trying to land in Haiti
A Spirit Airlines flight diverted to the Dominican Republic after it was hit by gunfire while trying to land in Haiti. One flight attendant was injured by flying debris, according to their union. ...Top stories - CBS News - November 11 -
U.S. airlines cancel flights to Haiti after plane is hit by gunfire
U.S. airlines canceled flights into and out of Haiti after a Spirit Airlines flight from Fort Lauderdale was hit by gunfire as it approached the airport in Port-au-Prince. The plane was rerouted to ...Top stories - NBC News - November 11 -
Airlines pausing flights to Haiti after planes hit by gunfire
JetBlue Airways, Spirit Airlines and American Airlines have paused flights to Haiti after two planes were struck by bullets amid escalating gang violence in the country. JetBlue cited the “ongoing ...Politics - The Hill - November 12 -
U.S. airlines halt travel to Haiti after shots fired at planes
Major U.S. airlines have canceled trips to Haiti after two planes coming from Fort Lauderdale and New York were shot at. CBS News Miami's Tania Francois reports.Top stories - CBS News - November 12 -
‘The most badass airline on the planet’: Lebanon’s carrier flies through war
Middle East Airlines is only operator serving the country in midst of Israeli bombardment and fighting with HizbollahWorld - Financial Times - November 13 -
Spirit Airlines mulls bankruptcy, sending its stock price into nosedive
Spirit Airlines, weighed down by mounting debt, is considering filing for bankruptcy protection.Top stories - CBS News - November 13 -
As Skiplagged’s Hidden-City Flight Business Booms, Airlines Fume
Entrepreneur Aktarer Zaman built his business finding customers direct flights for far lower prices on layover itineraries. Carriers are not pleased.Business - Inc. - November 13 -
Alaska Airlines flight from Dulles makes emergency landing at LAX
The pilot declared an emergency landing as a precaution after a tire blew out during take-off. No one was injured.Top stories - CBS News - November 15 -
American Airlines flight avoids Hawaii mountain in 'expedited climb' after takeoff
An American Airlines flight departing Hawaii was hastily ordered to make an “expedited climb” to avoid crashing into mountainous terrain on Wednesday.Top stories - NBC News - November 15 -
American Airlines pilots told to make 'expedited climb' to avoid Hawaii mountains
American Airlines pilots were told to make an “expedited climb” to avoid crashing into Hawaiian mountains Wednesday, according to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). An air traffic ...Politics - The Hill - November 15 -
Bullet strikes Southwest Airlines plane in Dallas prior to departure
The aircraft was preparing to depart when it was stuck just under the flight deck, and no injuries were reported. A bullet struck a Southwest Airlines airplane preparing for departure from a ...World - The Guardian - November 16 -
Air freight groups and airlines rush to increase flights out of China
Rate for flying goods from Asia to US has jumped as demand for cheap Chinese imports continue to riseWorld - Financial Times - November 17 -
Spirit Airlines files for bankruptcy following mounting debt and a failed merger
Spirit Airlines said Monday it has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection after struggling with losses, growing debt and a failed merger during the post-pandemic travel lull.Top stories - NBC News - 5 days ago -
Spirit Airlines files for bankruptcy amid mounting financial losses
Biggest US budget airline says it expects to operate as normal as it works its way through Chapter 11 process. Spirit Airlines said Monday that it has filed for bankruptcy protection and will ...World - The Guardian - 5 days ago -
What travelers need to know about Spirit Airlines' bankruptcy
Spirit Airlines has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, becoming the first major U.S. passenger carrier to do so since American Airlines 13 years ago.Business - CNBC - 5 days ago
