A family got a text alert that their flight was delayed, but no follow-up that the delay was rescinded. Our columnist finds that the airline played by the rules, as unfair as they may seem.
Category: Spirit Airlines
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Justice Department Sues to Block JetBlue’s Acquisition of Spirit
The New York Times – Travel:Antitrust regulators said the deal would reduce competition and raise fares. The companies claim it would allow them to better compete against the biggest U.S. airlines.
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JetBlue Expects U.S. Move to Block Merger With Spirit
The New York Times – Business:JetBlue said it saw a “high likelihood” of an antitrust suit by the Justice Department this week, but declared that the deal would foster competition.
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JetBlue and Spirit Unions Split on Airlines’ Merger
The New York Times – Travel:Flight attendant unions at the two carriers are pushing in opposite directions as federal officials decide whether and on what terms to allow the deal.
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Spirit Airlines Shareholders Back Sale to JetBlue
The New York Times – Business:The acquisition still faces a long journey to completion, including antitrust scrutiny from the Biden administration.