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Ben Baldanza, the Transformative Former CEO of Spirit Airlines, Dies at 62

Ben Baldanza, who pioneered the modern ultra-low-cost business model in the U.S. and turned Spirit into one of the most profitable airlines, has died following a battle with ALS.

Ben Baldanza, the Transformative Former CEO of Spirit Airlines, Dies at 62

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CO2 Setback as Emissions on UK-Japan Air Routes Surge by 21%

Everyone knows that flying between Europe and Japan takes longer than it used to, but the environmental impact can feel less defined. This fascinating new data quantifies the extra CO2 for re-routed flights.

CO2 Setback as Emissions on UK-Japan Air Routes Surge by 21%
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Iberia Makes History With First Airbus A321XLR Passenger Flight

Don't be fooled by the modest nature of the A321XLR's Madrid to Paris debut - this plane can fly seriously far with incredible efficiency. Get ready for it to shake-up route networks worldwide.

Iberia Makes History With First Airbus A321XLR Passenger Flight

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Indian Airlines Gain Share in International Travel – India Report

Indian airlines have been upgrading their fleets and efforts to cater to the growing demand for inbound and outbound international travel.

Indian Airlines Gain Share in International Travel – India Report

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Boeing Strike Ends as Union Members Accept 38% Pay Rise

Agreement after a 53-day strike is good news for Boeing and its airline customers, but don't expect the planemaker's problems to disappear overnight. This will be a long-haul recovery.

Boeing Strike Ends as Union Members Accept 38% Pay Rise

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IndiGo’s First Plane With Business Class Is Ready – India Report

IndiGo will be the only carrier in the country other than the Air India Group to offer business class. But it's not giving up on the low prices that made it popular.

IndiGo’s First Plane With Business Class Is Ready – India Report

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Southwest Names IndiGo Co-Founder as Independent Board Chair

Gangwal’s appointment marks the end of a tense battle with activist investor Elliott, which had long been pushing for significant leadership changes at Southwest.

Southwest Names IndiGo Co-Founder as Independent Board Chair

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The World’s Longest Flight Is Getting a First Class Upgrade

Singapore Airlines already boasts one of the world’s most exclusive passenger planes. After six years of development, it’s about to take things to a whole new level.

The World’s Longest Flight Is Getting a First Class Upgrade

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Boeing Delivery Delays are ‘Pain in the Backside’ Says Ryanair CEO

The colossal Ryanair machine relies on hyper-efficiency and a ruthless scrutiny of costs. By its own admission, Ryanair was 'over-scheduled, over-crewed, and over-costed' this summer. It won't let this happen again.

Boeing Delivery Delays are ‘Pain in the Backside’ Says Ryanair CEO

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Rocky Mountain Fly: Is Frontier Poised for a Comeback?

Are the winds finally shifting? Are the dark days over for Frontier Airlines? Not quite yet.

Rocky Mountain Fly: Is Frontier Poised for a Comeback?