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JetBlue Airways' $3.8 Billion Acquisition of Spirit Airlines Blocked by Judge
A federal judge on Tuesday blocked JetBlue Airways' planned $3.8 billion acquisition of Spirit Airlines.
Airlines Offer Cheap Flights for Off-Peak Travel as JetBlue, Southwest, Spirit and Frontier Look to Fill Seats
Carriers like Southwest Airlines have recently offered one-way fares as low as $29 for off-peak flights, signaling an industry-wide push to entice passengers during traditionally slower travel periods.
Airbus says U.S. factory will be world's most efficient
French-based plane manufacturer, Airbus Group will officially open its second single-aisle aircraft facility outside of Europe after China next Monday. The $600 million plant located in Mobile, Alabama is said to be the world's most efficient plant and is officially known as the Airbus U.S. Manufacturing Facility. The new facility is set to rival Boeing production in an effort by Airbus to grow their presence and grab more share of the $80 billion industry.
JetBlue names former British Airways exec CEO, shares rise
JetBlue Airways (JBLU.O) on Thursday named Robin Hayes, its current president and a former British Airways executive, to succeed Dave Barger as chief executive, sending the airline's shares up in after-market trading.