A year after United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby first addressed the possibility of a merger with JetBlue and downplayed a deal was in the works, we can now more clearly see his strategy in laying the groundwork for what an acquisition might look like, especially in light of the recent geopolitical turbulence. Correction: an earlier […]
United Airlines CFO Drops Biggest Hint Yet About JetBlue Merger
Michael Leskinen, the Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of United Airlines, may have dropped the biggest hint yet about United’s intention of scooping of JetBlue, though he left plenty of plausible deniability… JetBlue Merger? United Airlines CFO Says “This Industry Would Benefit From Some” M&A Speaking at the the Barclays 43rd Annual Industrial […]
Is Scott Kirby Praising Trump’s Tariffs To Win A JetBlue Merger?
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby has once again praised President Trump’s tariff policy, arguing noble intentions of creating middle-class careers are the driving force. But is something else going on? Is Kirby courting favor with the Trump administration because he has an ulterior motive? United Airlines CEO Doubles Down On Tariff Embrace: Is JetBlue The […]
Is A United Airlines-JetBlue Merger Really Dead?
I want to state at the outset that I have no insider information beyond the words of Scott Kirby, the CEO of United Airlines, but those words are quite telling. Is he teasing us or hinting at something more? United Airlines CEO Teases JetBlue Merger, Right? Speaking at the annual J.P. Morgan Industrials Conference on […]
JetBlue Actively Simulating Merger Options With Alaska, Southwest, And United Airlines
JetBlue is once again exploring a merger or partnership, and this time, it is naming names. JetBlue Eyes Merger With United, Alaska, Or Southwest…But Only One Path Really Makes Sense According to Semafor, JetBlue has been actively evaluating potential acquisitions by several airlines, including United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, and Southwest Airlines. Specifically, it is simulating […]
American Airlines Sues JetBlue As United Airlines Merger Speculation Grows
American Airlines is suing JetBlue to recover costs stemming from its failed Northeast Alliance with the carrier. A letter to employees leaked out confirming this news and suggesting JetBlue is pursuing another strategy, which again kindles rumors of a merger with United. Let’s unpack the memo. JetBlue Faces Lawsuit From American Airlines Over Failed Northeast […]
United Airlines Fuels More Speculation After “Denial” Of Merger Talks With JetBlue
United Airlines’ denial of merger talks with JetBlue won’t do much to silence rumors that United is actively considering the acquisition of JetBlue. Is United Airlines Considering A Merger Or Acquisition Of JetBlue? Chatter about a JetBlue – United merger is hardly new. In 2017, I wrote a story about how United Airlines was looking […]
JetBlue-Spirit Officially End Merger Attempt
JetBlue and Spirit Airlines will go separate ways after deciding that the obstacles of a merger were too much to overcome. JetBlue-Spirit End Merger Plan In January, US District Judge William Young held that the JetBlue-Spirit merger could not proceed because it violated the Clayton Act. The heart of his ruling: While it is understandable […]
Broad Implications: Court Ruling Bigger Than JetBlue-Spirit Merger
A recent ruling to block JetBlue’s acquisition of Spirit Airlines could have broad implications for not only both carriers but the US airline market. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com. If you haven’t followed us on Facebook or Instagram, add us today. With a federal judge ruling in the […]
The Spurious Legal Reasoning Behind JetBlue-Spirit Merger Decision
I sat in bed last night and read the entire 109-page decision of Judge William Young in US v JetBlue, which blocked the merger between JetBlue and Spirit. Bottom line: I think the opinion represents spurious legal analysis. Blocked JetBlue-Spirit Merger Based Upon Spurious Logic Yesterday, US District Judge William Young held that the JetBlue-Spirit […]
Breaking: Judge Blocks JetBlue-Spirit Merger
A federal judge ruled on JetBlue’s attempt to purchase Spirit Airlines today, January 16th, 2024. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com. If you haven’t followed us on Facebook or Instagram, add us today. Somewhat Surprising In a surprise win for the Biden Justice Department, […]
Judge Hints At Potential Compromise In JetBlue – Spirit Merger Trial
Closing arguments concluded today in a trial that will determine whether JetBlue and Spirit Airlines will merge. Although U.S. District Judge William Young carefully guarded his words, his statements suggest a compromise of more slot divesture could lead to approval of the merger. Will Judge Approve JetBlue – Spirit Merger With More Concessions? After four […]
How Much Will Fares Rise In A JetBlue – Spirit Airlines Merger?
A previously reported story that JetBlue mistakenly failed to redact key information suggesting post-merger Spirit Airlines fares would rise 40% was inaccurate. It was the plaintiffs who are suing to block the merger who made such a claim. JetBlue: No Smoking Gun That Fares Will Be 40% Higher Post-Merger Underscoring what a big issue this […]
Irrefutable Proof The JetBlue-Spirit Merger Hurts Consumers
Last week, I remarked that the Department of Justice hadn’t filed a lawsuit to block JetBlue’s acquisition of Spirit Airlines. They’ve since filed and here’s the data they need to shut the merger down. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com. If you haven’t followed […]
JetBlue-Spirit Airlines Merger: DOJ Drags Feet On Suit
The Department of Justice let a deadline slip to sue and block the JetBlue-Spirit Airlines merger. Will the DOJ block the combination of the two airlines? If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com. If you haven’t followed us on Facebook or Instagram, add us today. […]
Elizabeth Warren Asks DOT To Block JetBlue-Spirit Merger
Senator Elizabeth Warren asked the DOT to block JetBlue’s proposed acquisition of Spirit Airlines with a very strange basis for her request. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com. If you haven’t followed us on Facebook or Instagram, add us today. JetBlue’s Spirit Airlines Acqusition […]
Hilarious: Late Night Hosts Lampoon JetBlue – Spirit Merger
Late night hosts wasted no time in lampooning JetBlue’s decision to acquire Spirit Airlines, offering a hilarious take on the deal that is not without a degree of truth. Late Night Hosts Weigh In On Lampoon JetBlue – Spirit Merger After the Spirit – Frontier merger fell through, Spirit Airlines wasted no time in moving […]
Shocking: Spirit Shareholders Vote Down Merger, Clears Way For JetBlue
In a surprising twist, Spirit Airlines shareholders vote down the proposed merger with Frontier, clearing a path for JetBlue’s tender offer and acquisition. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com. If you haven’t followed us on Facebook or Instagram, add us today. Spirit Shareholders Vote […]
JetBlue Continues To Enhance Spirit’s Merger With Frontier
Following the latest revision to JetBlue’s offer to acquire Spirit Airlines, the board has reaffirmed its position that the Frontier merger is its best course, but not before an enhancement from Frontier. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com. If you haven’t followed us on […]
Spirit Pushes Back Merger Vote, Evaluates JetBlue Offer
The Frontier Airlines-Spirit Airlines merger vote has been pushed back to June 30th while the Spirit board evaluates updated offers including one from JetBlue. I reached out for some clarity and here’s what I found. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com. If you haven’t […]
