Spirit Airlines shuts down amid higher fuel prices
We are learning more this weekend after the news broke that Spirit Airlines is going out of business after 34 years of offering discounted fares. The airline recently announced that all flights have been canceled and customer service is no longer available. LiveNOW’s Alexandra Goldberg is speaking with Alexander Gladstone with The Wall Street Journal as Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said other airlines were offering seating options to Spirit Airlines employees who may be trying to get home.
We are learning more this weekend after the news broke that Spirit Airlines is going out of business after 34 years of offering discounted fares. The airline recently announced that all flights have been canceled and customer service is no longer available. LiveNOW’s Alexandra Goldberg is speaking with Alexander Gladstone with The Wall Street Journal as Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said other airlines were offering seating options to Spirit Airlines employees who may be trying to get home.
Spirit Airlines’ $500 million rescue funding talks face setback
Spirit Airlines’ efforts to secure a $500 million financial lifeline hit a significant roadblock as lenders balk at the terms of the proposed rescue package.
Spirit Airlines’ efforts to secure a $500 million financial lifeline hit a significant roadblock as lenders balk at the terms of the proposed rescue package.
Budget airlines push for up to $2.5 billion in government relief
Budget airline executives are calling for substantial financial support as skyrocketing fuel costs force carriers to overhaul their business models to alleviate rising expenses.
Budget airline executives are calling for substantial financial support as skyrocketing fuel costs force carriers to overhaul their business models to alleviate rising expenses.
Crew member on Norwegian cruise ship falls overboard near Cape Cod
A Norwegian crew member is missing after reportedly being seen falling overboard on security video this weekend off the coast of Massachusetts.
A Norwegian crew member is missing after reportedly being seen falling overboard on security video this weekend off the coast of Massachusetts.
NTSB report shows key failures after LaGuardia crash
We are learning more after the National Transportation Safety Board said Thursday that a critical runway safety system did not activate before the March 22 collision between an Air Canada Express jet and a fire truck that killed two pilots. According to Fox News, the report found that an air traffic control tower’s local controller cleared an airport rescue vehicle to cross an active runway even as a regional jet was on a short final approach. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is speaking with Randy Klatt from the Foundation for Aviation Safety as the NTSB says the local controller who was handling the Air Canada plane had about 18 years of experience before the incident.
We are learning more after the National Transportation Safety Board said Thursday that a critical runway safety system did not activate before the March 22 collision between an Air Canada Express jet and a fire truck that killed two pilots. According to Fox News, the report found that an air traffic control tower’s local controller cleared an airport rescue vehicle to cross an active runway even as a regional jet was on a short final approach. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is speaking with Randy Klatt from the Foundation for Aviation Safety as the NTSB says the local controller who was handling the Air Canada plane had about 18 years of experience before the incident.
Trump suggests bailout or merger as Spirit Airlines faces mounting costs
President Donald Trump hinted at helping Spirit Airlines as the budget carrier has struggled to recover amid soaring operational costs, weak demand, and high debt.
President Donald Trump hinted at helping Spirit Airlines as the budget carrier has struggled to recover amid soaring operational costs, weak demand, and high debt.
Soaring jet fuel prices threaten to drive up summer travel costs
Americans who will be traveling this summer could see the cost of their summer vacations jump due to the spike in jet fuel prices.
Americans who will be traveling this summer could see the cost of their summer vacations jump due to the spike in jet fuel prices.
Air Canada suspending flights to JFK over rising jet fuel costs
Air Canada plans to suspend service to New York’s JFK International airport starting June 1 amid an airline industry struggling with high fuel costs and dwindling supplies.
Air Canada plans to suspend service to New York’s JFK International airport starting June 1 amid an airline industry struggling with high fuel costs and dwindling supplies.
Spirit’s bankruptcy uncertain as jet fuel prices soar
Spirit Airlines is grappling with an increasingly difficult road out of bankruptcy as it faces hurdles dealing with rising jet fuel prices affecting the airline industry.
Spirit Airlines is grappling with an increasingly difficult road out of bankruptcy as it faces hurdles dealing with rising jet fuel prices affecting the airline industry.
Airline unveils bunk beds for economy passengers on long flights
One airline is rethinking long-haul comfort with new sleep pods for economy travelers. Here's what to know.
One airline is rethinking long-haul comfort with new sleep pods for economy travelers. Here's what to know.
United Airlines CEO pitched American Airlines merger in talks with Trump
United Airlines CEO floated the idea of a possible merger with American Airlines, making it potentially one of the largest unions of airlines in years.
United Airlines CEO floated the idea of a possible merger with American Airlines, making it potentially one of the largest unions of airlines in years.
Travel warning expanded for Nigeria, embassy staff allowed to leave
The United States has expanded a travel warning for Nigeria. The embassy in Abuja, the African nation’s capital, is also allowing non-emergency government employees and their families to leave.
The United States has expanded a travel warning for Nigeria. The embassy in Abuja, the African nation’s capital, is also allowing non-emergency government employees and their families to leave.
Woman faked bomb threat involving ex-boyfriend after breakup: police
A woman in New Mexico is facing charges after falsely reporting her ex-boyfriend was bringing a bomb on a plane after his long-distance visit, police said, adding that the two had just broken up the night before.
A woman in New Mexico is facing charges after falsely reporting her ex-boyfriend was bringing a bomb on a plane after his long-distance visit, police said, adding that the two had just broken up the night before.
Global air chief warns it could take months to replenish jet fuel supply
Worldwide aviation executives said that it could still take months to recover the jet fuel supply even if Iran reopened the Strait of Hormuz.
Worldwide aviation executives said that it could still take months to recover the jet fuel supply even if Iran reopened the Strait of Hormuz.
ICE arrested over 800 people after tips from TSA, data shows
Immigration and Customs Enforcement data reveals that the Transportation Security Administration furnished information on thousands of travelers for possible immigration enforcement.
Immigration and Customs Enforcement data reveals that the Transportation Security Administration furnished information on thousands of travelers for possible immigration enforcement.
Cruise line abruptly adds extra charges for passengers; travelers worry others may follow
Since the start of the Iran conflict, oil prices have skyrocketed, and many cruise passengers are worrying they'll be slapped with extra surcharges related to fuel issues in the coming months as a result.
Since the start of the Iran conflict, oil prices have skyrocketed, and many cruise passengers are worrying they'll be slapped with extra surcharges related to fuel issues in the coming months as a result.
New study reveals in-flight risks and dangers for millions of older travelers on planes
Older travelers who may be limited in their dexterity should be spread out across a flight's seating — not just for their own safety, but for the safety of everyone on board, scientists say.
Older travelers who may be limited in their dexterity should be spread out across a flight's seating — not just for their own safety, but for the safety of everyone on board, scientists say.
Americans warned of potential attacks at vacation destination as border crossing exit fee doubles
The U.S. Embassy Cairo has issued a security alert for Americans in Egypt following regional developments related to military operations in Iran.
The U.S. Embassy Cairo has issued a security alert for Americans in Egypt following regional developments related to military operations in Iran.
Amazon and Delta partner to launch faster in-flight Wi-Fi
Amazon and Delta Air Lines are partnering to significantly upgrade the in-flight Wi-Fi experience for customers.
Amazon and Delta Air Lines are partnering to significantly upgrade the in-flight Wi-Fi experience for customers.
JetBlue hikes baggage fees as Iran conflict drives up jet fuel costs
JetBlue has announced an increase in baggage fees, citing rising operating costs linked to higher fuel prices.
JetBlue has announced an increase in baggage fees, citing rising operating costs linked to higher fuel prices.