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...
JetBlue Improves Offer For Spirit Airlines…Again
JetBlue appears determined to acquire Spirit, with a new and improved offer just days ahead of a Spirit Airlines shareholder vote on whether Spirit should merge with Frontier or JetBlue. Third Time Is A Charm? JetBlue Ups Offer For...
First Impressions: JetBlue A321neo Mint Business Class To London
I cannot say that I am surprised, but I had lovely flight on JetBlue from New York to London in Mint (business class) onboard the brand new Airbus 321neo. While not a game-changer, I found the JetBlue product superb...
United Airlines Attacks “Reckless” Expansion At Newark, Asks For FAA Intervention
United Airlines has asked the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to intervene in a growing dispute with JetBlue Airways and Spirit Airlines over the voluntary limit of flights at Newark Liberty International Airport. United Airlines Attacks JetBlue + Spirit...
Mediterranean Salad On JetBlue
Last week I had the chance fly JetBlue from New York to Los Angeles and tried out the Mediterranean Salad from JetBlue’s EatUp Café. Healthy JetBlue Mediterranean Salad I was seated in the last row of the aircraft (by choice)...
JetBlue Putting Emphasis On “Hostile” Takeover Bid
JetBlue was aggressive again in its quest to acquire Spirit and block its creation of a ULCC mega-carrier with Frontier. However, the carrier is now taking shots in this hostile takeover that is souring its image. If you are...
Spirit Airlines Calls JetBlue Offer “Misleading” And Urges Stockholders To Reject Hostile Takeover Bid
The Spirit Airlines Board of Directors has unanimously recommended that shareholders reject the hostile takeover bid from JetBlue, explaining that JetBlue has misled Spirit shareholders with “inaccurate statements and mischaracterizations.” Spirit Airlines Board Urges Shareholders To Reject JetBlue Hostile...
Alaska Airlines: A Better Merger Choice For JetBlue
JetBlue wants to acquire another airline. Spirit Airlines was a bad choice. But is there a better option for JetBlue: Alaska Airlines. Would An Alaska Airlines – JetBlue Merger Make Sense? JetBlue appears hellbent on finding a partner, seeing...
Ranting Couple Thrown Off JetBlue Flight, Claims It Was Because They Support Trump
A foul-mouthed, ranting couple was tossed off a JetBlue flight after uttering incendiary slurs, praising Elon Musk, then claiming that they were removed because of their support for former President Donald Trump. Couple Ejected From JetBlue Flight Launch Foul...
Spirit Airlines Rejects JetBlue Takeover
Spirit Airlines rejected JetBlue’s takeover bid, JetBlue responded by upping its offer, and Spirit Airlines has once again rejected the offer. The move marks wisdom by Spirit and (understandable yet foolish) desperation by JetBlue. Spirit Airlines Rejects JetBlue Takeover...
Mike Tyson Bloodies Passenger Who Wouldn’t Stop Talking To Him On JetBlue
Famed boxer Mike Tyson attacked a passenger seated behind him on a JetBlue flight to Florida who would not stop talking to him. Mike Tyson Bloodies Seatmate In JetBlue Mint Class The incident occurred onboard a JetBlue flight from...
Bill O’Reilly Curses Out JetBlue Employee, Blames Biden For Flight Delay
The mask mandate may be lifted, but poor behavior will not end, especially if airlines like JetBlue continue to struggle with delays and cancellations. Enter former Fox News personality Bill O’Reilly, who cursed out a JetBlue gate agent for...
$15,000 Flight Credit To Take Later JetBlue Flight To Cancun. Yes Please!
A video from a young traveler went viral on TikTok for refusing to accept a $10,000 flight credit on JetBlue to take a later flight to Cancun. Eventually, JetBlue found a passenger willing to accept a $15,000 credit for...
Why JetBlue’s Spirit Acquisition Makes Sense
Pundits, consumers, and anyone that’s ever flown seems to have an opinion on why JetBlue’s unsolicited bid to acquire Spirit is a bad idea. They’re all wrong and here’s why. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a...
JetBlue CEO Speciously Defends Merger With Spirit Airlines
JetBlue CEO Robin Hayes has made an impassioned argument that we do not have to sacrifice great service for low fares. But nothing in life is free and his comments concerning a proposed JetBlue – Spirit Airlines merger fail...
Before Buying Spirit Airlines, JetBlue Should Get Its Own House In Order
The strange move by JetBlue to bid for Spirit Airlines yesterday caught most by surprise, and for good reason: the merger makes little sense on so many levels. Importantly, JetBlue should get its own house in order before it...
What JetBlue Told Employees About Merger With Spirit Airlines
News broke shortly before markets closed today that JetBlue has made an all-cash offer to acquire Spirit Airlines, offering 40% more than Frontier Airlines. JetBlue has just provided the rationale for the merger to its employees. JetBlue Explains Spirit...
JetBlue Retreats In Newark, Handing Victory To United
JetBlue is trimming its summer schedule from many stations, citing high fuel prices and staff shortages, but notable among the cuts is the retreat from Newark Liberty International Airport, a fortress hub of United Airlines. JetBlue Trims Newark Schedule,...
Man Ejected From JetBlue Flight Even After Removing “Let’s Go Brandon” Mask, Blames “Triggered” Flight Attendant
If this “Let’s Go Brandon” mask story really did occur as told by the passenger, I have a big problem with an oversensitive JetBlue flight attendant. Man Thrown Off JetBlue Flight Even After Removing “Let’s Go Brandon” Mask Video...
JetBlue Pilot Arrested On Sobering Intoxication Charges
A JetBlue pilot was arrested and remanded to JetBlue after registering his blood-alcohol level at four times the legal limit for commercial airline pilots. JetBlue Pilots Faces Job Termination, Intoxication Charges The first officer, 52-year-old James Clifton, was set...
