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Air New Zealand passenger claims flight attendant vaped on plane

The passenger claimed the flight attendant instructed passengers not to vape, then turned around to do just that

The Independent UK · Mar 29, 2023

Commentary: Would a JetBlue and Spirit merger be all that bad for travelers?

JetBlue is seeking permission to merge with Spirit Airlines. The U.S. Department of Justice is working to block the purchase. Does this make sense for air travelers?

Chicago Tribune · Mar 27, 2023

JetBlue merger with Spirit not cleared for takeoff – why Justice Department is suing to scupper deal

The U.S. Department of Justice has intervened to block a proposed deal that would see carrier JetBlue buy budget service Spirit Airlines.

The Conversation · Mar 11, 2023

US sues to block JetBlue from buying Spirit Airlines

The Biden administration is suing to block JetBlue Airways from buying Spirit Airlines, saying the deal would reduce competition and drive up air fares for consumers

The Independent UK · Mar 7, 2023

DOJ files lawsuit to block JetBlue's $3.8 billion takeover of Spirit

The merger would make JetBlue the fifth-largest domestic airline.

Axios · Mar 7, 2023

DOJ files suit to block JetBlue-Spirit Airlines merger - Roll Call

The Justice Department filed an antitrust lawsuit against JetBlue Airways’ proposed $3.8 billion acquisition of Spirit Airlines.

Roll Call · Mar 7, 2023

Spirit flight diverted after battery fire in overhead bin

A Spirit Airlines flight from Dallas to Orlando was diverted to a Jacksonville, Florida, airport after a battery on a passenger's item in an overhead bin caught fire

The Independent UK · Mar 2, 2023

Passenger helps crew put out fire on flight after vape battery catches alight

A retired firefighter onboard helped put the flames out

The Independent UK · Mar 2, 2023

JetBlue mounts full-court press for Spirit buyout approval

JetBlue Airways CEO Robin Hayes was unequivocal when asked what he’d do if the U.S. Justice Department blocked his airline’s proposed buyout of Spirit Airlines, South Florida’s low-cost hometown air carrier.

Tribune News Service · Feb 27, 2023

Woman saves £70 by shipping her clothes instead of checking in bag on flight

’If you plan ahead, it works so well!’ she declared

The Independent UK · Feb 24, 2023