The carrier has become the country’s most profitable by catering to affluent travelers, but it is facing stiffer competition from United.
Category: Airlines and Airplanes
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What is GKN Aerospace, the Company Whose California Plant Is at Risk of Exploding?
A chemical leak occurred at one of the company’s manufacturing plants in California, raising concerns about an explosion.
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French Court Says Air France and Airbus Are Guilty in 2009 Crash Case
An appeals court in Paris said the airline and airplane manufacturer were guilty of involuntary manslaughter for their role in a plane crash over the Atlantic Ocean.
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China Confirms It Will Buy 200 Boeing Planes
The deal, which President Trump announced after last week’s summit, represents the largest single sale of the American company’s aircraft to Beijing in nearly a decade.
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China Indicates Tariffs Were Discussed at Trump Summit
China’s Ministry of Commerce said Saturday that the countries had struck a preliminary agreement to reduce some tariffs, seemingly contradicting statements by President Trump
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Trump Touts ‘Fantastic Trade Deals’ With China, but Details Are Scarce
The president left Beijing following a summit with China, during which the two countries sought to stabilize their economic and political relations.
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Trump Announces Boeing Jet Order From China. Beijing Stays Silent.
The deal, if it materializes, would be a major win for Boeing, which has lost ground to Airbus in one of the world’s largest aviation markets.
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Spirit Was the Only Airline in Town. Now What?
Spirit’s presence was a point of pride in Latrobe, Pa., where the security lines were short and airport parking is free. Residents are mourning the loss.
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Frontier Jet Hits Person on Runway During Takeoff at Denver Airport
The plane reported an engine fire and aborted its takeoff. Those on board were safely evacuated.
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For Struggling JetBlue, Spirit’s Demise May Offer an Opportunity
JetBlue Airways is adding flights at Spirit Airlines’ former home airport as it tries to turn a profit again.
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Help! We Got to the Gate in the Nick of Time, but Missed Our Flight.
A California couple rushed through Heathrow to catch their connecting flight, arriving with minutes to spare. But British Airways had already given away their seats.
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Delta Air Lines Will Stop Serving Snacks and Drinks on Short Flights
Most travelers flying less than 350 miles on Delta will soon have to go without free coffee and cookies, but the carrier is adding service to longer flights.