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Ben Baldanza, Spirit Airlines CEO Who Pioneered Ultralow-Cost Air Travel in the U.S., Dies at 62

He knew his airline offered a stripped-down version of what his competitors did—and he was proud of it.

World - The Wall Street Journal - November 12

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

CEOs Who Shy Away From Defending Democracy Do So at Their Peril

Why voting rights and election integrity are business issues—and the role business leaders play in preserving them.

Business - Inc. - November 4

Alan 'Sky' Magary, an Airline Executive Who Said No to Smoking on Planes, Dies at 82

Ditching cigarettes thrust him into the center of a public-health debate, but it also allowed him to change the narrative around Northwest Airlines.

World - The Wall Street Journal - October 25

Passengers duct tape man who allegedly tried to open door during American Airlines flight

A group of passengers on board an American Airlines flight restrained and tied up a passenger with duct tape after he allegedly tried to open an aircraft door mid-flight.

U.S. will be ‘more pro-crypto’ after this election, no matter who wins, says Ripple CEO Garlinghouse

Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse is a big cynic on U.S. crypto regulation, but highly optimistic about the post-election environment around the corner.

Business - CNBC - October 24

Spirit Airlines Files for Bankruptcy; Lost $2.2 Billion in 5 Years

The low-fare carrier has struggled to find its footing after its planned merger with JetBlue was blocked by a federal judge.

Business - The New York Times - 4 days ago

Spirit Airlines files for bankruptcy

Spirit Airlines has filed for bankruptcy protection following its failed merger with JetBlue, an engine recall that forced dozens of its jets to be grounded and weaker than expected sales. Spirit ...

Southwest Airlines Settles Boardroom Fight

Southwest will add five board members as a concession.

Business - Inc. - October 25

24 Hours in Mumbai With an Airline Pilot

Flight crews see the world in 24- to 48-hour bites between international flights. On this trip, the stop is the crowded city on India’s west coast.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 31

America Inc’s new CEO

Has the US now become a distressed asset?

Business - Financial Times - November 11

Boeing Email to Ethiopian Airlines Sheds Light on a Crash

Newly revealed correspondence indicates that a Boeing senior official counseled that the company could answer a pilot’s safety question, but it did not.

Business - The New York Times - October 24

Ryanair profit drops as airline cuts passenger forecast

European low-cost carrier blames pressure on consumers for fall in fares

Business - Financial Times - November 4

Spirit Airlines Plane Shot at in Haiti and Forced to Divert

A day after the prime minister of Haiti was fired, the airport in Port-au-Prince was closed because of the attack on the aircraft. A JetBlue plane was also struck.

World - The New York Times - November 12

Spirit Airlines and JetBlue planes struck by gunfire in Haiti

Flights into and out of Port-au-Prince, Haiti, were suspended after a Spirit Airlines plane was struck by gunfire while attempting to land there.

AirTag users will soon be able to share location with airlines

Ever use an AirTag to locate lost luggage? Soon airlines will be able to see your bag's AirTag location, too.

Bullet strikes Southwest Airlines flight in Dallas

A bullet struck near the cockpit of a Southwest Airlines flight with passengers that was scheduled to depart from Dallas Love Field Airport on Friday, the airline said in a statement. Southwest ...

Politics - The Hill - 6 days ago

Fitch Downgrades Spirit Airlines’ Credit Rating

Spirit Airlines is working on alternatives to improve its liquidity.

Business - Inc. - 6 days ago

Spirit Airlines files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection

A federal judge had blocked the budget airline's proposed merger with JetBlue.

Flights not impacted after Spirit Airlines files for bankruptcy

Failed sales and mergers and an engine recall that forced dozens of jets to be grounded have pushed Spirit Airlines to file for bankruptcy. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van ...

Top stories - CBS News - 4 days ago

Budget Carrier Spirit Airlines Files for Bankruptcy

The country’s largest budget carrier will cut its year-end schedule by 20 percent as it struggles to return to profitability.

Business - Inc. - 4 days ago

What the Spirit Airlines Bankruptcy Could Mean for Travelers

Flights will still take off and travelers can keep booking tickets, the low-cost carrier said, as the company enters Chapter 11 bankruptcy.

Business - The New York Times - 4 days ago

What Spirit Airlines' bankruptcy filing means for travelers

Spirit Airlines has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the wake of growing debt and a failed merger with JetBlue.

Will Spirit Airlines bankruptcy disrupt holiday travel?

The Spirit Airlines bankruptcy news may not affect holiday travel but could limit some service options in the future due to cost-cutting measures. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady ...

Top stories - CBS News - 4 days ago

What does Spirit Airlines' bankruptcy mean for you?

Spirit's bankruptcy filing will affect airfares across the board, whether you fly Spirit or not, experts say.

Top stories - CBS News - 4 days ago

Breaking down why Spirit Airlines filed for bankruptcy

Spirit Airlines, the nation's largest discount airline, has filed for bankruptcy protection. The company has had at least two failed merger attempts in recent years as it struggled to rebound from ...

Top stories - CBS News - 4 days ago

What Spirit Airlines' bankruptcy means for customers

Spirit Airlines is filing for bankruptcy ahead of the busy holiday travel season. The budget airline has faced multiple setbacks recently, including rising labor costs and a failed merger with ...

Top stories - CBS News - 4 days ago

Spain fines budget airlines $179m and wants ban on hand luggage charges

The government says charging for hand luggage and printing boarding passes at the airport are "abusive practices".

Masimo Terminates Founder Kiani as CEO

Medical-device maker said Joe Kiani, who previously informed the board of his decision to resign as chief executive, has been terminated by the company, following a review by outside counsel.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 29

Dollar Tree CEO Steps Down

The discount retailer is searching for a new chief executive after Rick Dreiling stepped down from the company’s top role, citing health challenges.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - November 4

Schneider Electric Ousts CEO Herweck

Schneider Electric removed Peter Herweck from his role as chief executive after just 18 months on the job, citing differences on the strategic roadmap, and replaced him with company veteran Olivier ...

Business - The Wall Street Journal - November 4