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FAA certifies smallest Boeing 737 MAX after years of delays
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What it's like to use Boston Logan's new first-in-the-nation 'remote terminal'
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Air Canada to suspend several seasonal US routes, citing fuel costs
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Spirit Airlines has officially shut down, a sad ending for the storied budget carrier
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Spirit's bright yellow planes are grounded for good — a sad ending for one America's top budget carriers
Now Los Angeles, United States - May 02, 2026 05/02/2026 12:00 am GMT-0700 WESTCHESTER, LOS ANGELES, Calif. – Spirit Airlines has ceased operations, leaving signs of its closure visible at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). The ultra-low-cost carrier announced it has immediately grounded its fleet, impacting approximately 17,000 employees who are now without jobs. All flights have been canceled, and customer service is no longer available, according to the airline's website.
Is this it? Spirit is preparing to shut down, reports say
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Lufthansa's first Airbus A380 with upgraded business class debuts on flight to LAX
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JetBlue changes its boarding order with new groups
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Spirit offers equity stake in exchange for US government aid, report says
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Spirit Airlines shuts down: What to know about refunds and consumer protections
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Air Canada to debut luxe new cabins and business-class seats
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The inside story behind American Airlines' FIFA World Cup airplane
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Allegiant waives change, cancel fees through end of the government shutdown as security lines grow
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Airfare Is Rising: Why You Should Book Summer Flights Now
Airfare Is Rising: Why You Should Book Summer Flights Now If you're planning to fly this summer, don't delay in booking your flight. Airfare could rise sharply in the coming days and weeks amid fallout from the conflict in the Middle East — and it could be bad news for consumers hoping to lock in flight reservations for the coming months.
What United Airlines’ CEO said last week that I didn’t include in my story
(Personal update at the end, since I haven’t published here in a while) Thanks for reading The Layover! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work. Last week I saw United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby speak at the Harvard School of Engineering and Applied Sciences in Boston1, and afterwards another reporter and I had the chance to sit down for an in-depth interview with Kirby in the lobby of his hotel.
United CEO says travel demand is strong despite Iran war
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Will the Middle East conflict lead to higher flight prices?
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Spirit Airlines launches new inflight trading cards
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Lufthansa brings new business-class seats to Airbus A380
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A Complete Guide to Booking Travel With Priceline [In-depth]
You are probably familiar with Priceline, an online travel agency (OTA) you can use to book flights, hotels, rental cars, cruises, and more. The key thing that differentiates Priceline from its competitors is its opaque travel booking products. If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans (to the point of not knowing which airline you're flying or what hotel you're staying at when you make a reservation), you might be able to snag a deep discount. As part of Booking Holdings Inc.
Avelo streamlines network and fleet, ends deportations
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Photos show the luxurious, heavily fortified presidential jets world leaders use for official travel Original
2025-12-28T14:42:01.255Z Share Copy link Email Facebook WhatsApp X LinkedIn Bluesky Threads lighning bolt icon An icon in the shape of a lightning bolt. Impact Link Save Saved Read in app This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers. Become an Insider and start reading now. Have an account? Log in. The US president flies on Air Force One. Other countries have their own presidential planes.
Photos show the luxurious, heavily fortified presidential jets world leaders use for official travel
4 days ago Apple TV has published an interesting behind-the-scenes look at the making of Pluribus season one, including short roundtable discussions about the show’s concept. Watch it below. ’Pluribus means, I believe, of many’ Just as Pluribus wrapped up its first season, Apple TV released an interesting video …
Spirit and Frontier are reportedly talking about merging, again
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United Airlines app updates includes real-time boarding updates
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Frontier announces CEO Barry Biffle's sudden departure
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Best US airport lounge networks, according to JD Power
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Royal Air Maroc adds flights to LAX for the World Cup
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Frontier offers limited-time fast-track to elite status
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Frontier Airlines is offering a lucrative and easy fast-track to status
3 hours ago WASHINGTON, Dec 2 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump and Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy on Tuesday said the administration will be rebuilding Dulles International Airport in Virginia near Washington, D.C. "We're also going to rebuild Dulles airport, because it's not a good airport. …
Airbus orders emergency software fix on A320-family jets
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Seattle-Tacoma Airport faces Thanksgiving fuel shortage
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United axes routes to Sweden and Senegal
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Trump revokes Biden-era airline passenger compensation rule
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JetBlue launches spring break service to Florida
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DOT Warns of Worsening Airline Disruptions if Government Shutdown Continues
It’s bleak news for U.S. travelers hoping to leave last weekend’s airline mayhem behind, according to the Trump administration. Air travel this coming weekend could see significantly worsening delays and cancellations if the government shutdown continues, U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said Tuesday—potentially beyond the 10% reductions in traffic the FAA plans to require airlines to make.
Breeze Airways' new rewards program with elite status perks
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Boston flyers could soon bypass TSA by using public transit
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These are North America's best airports, according to J.D. Power's 2025 rankings
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These are North America's best airports, according to J.D. Power's 2025 rankings
Best Airports In The U.S. And Canada, Rated In A New Report More people are flying than ever before, and passengers are demanding more from their airport experience than ever. So what are the best airports in the U.S. and Canada right now? The latest J.D. Power 2025 North America Airport Satisfaction Study has the answers, along with the big trends driving …
What are your rights as an airline passenger under the Trump administration?
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Airlines lobby DOT to remove major passenger consumer protections
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Delta adds flights from Boston to Madrid and Nice, France, for 2026
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Swiss unveils huge, new first class 'Grand Suite' experience
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Vintage photos show how flying first class has changed over the past 70 years
Modern commercial air travel pales in comparison to the pampered flying experience of the 1960s. Luxury air travel is still alive and well in the first-class cabins of the world's leading airlines. Brands like Pan Am have given way to Singapore Airlines, Emirates, and Etihad. Flying these days can be a slog. For most of us, it's something we tolerate as a means to get from point A to point B. It's no longer a special occasion.
Vintage photos show how flying first class has changed over the past 70 years
Modern commercial air travel pales in comparison to the pampered flying experience of the 1960s. Luxury air travel is still alive and well in the first-class cabins of the world's leading airlines. Brands like Pan Am have given way to Singapore Airlines, Emirates, and Etihad. Flying these days can be a slog. For most of us, it's something we tolerate as a means to get from point A to point B. It's no longer a special occasion.
What Air Canada passengers need to know
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Air Canada cancels flights ahead of expected strike, shutdown
This 2001 Cessna 172S Skyhawk Is a Reliable and Proven ‘AircraftForSale’ Top Pick Every day, the team at Aircraft For Sale chooses an airplane that catches our attention because it is unique, a good deal, or has other qualities we …
Spirit Airlines furloughs, downgrades pilots ahead of flight cuts
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Breeze to expand in California, Oregon, Washington
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