Beauty influencer James Charles was torched online after calling a recently canned Spirit Airlines worker a “lazy piece of s–t” in a maniacal, expletive-fueled tirade over a donation request. The 26-year-old internet personality unleashed an explosive rant in a now-deleted TikTok after receiving a message with a GoFundMe link and a desperate plea for support … Read more
There may be a happy ending after all. In the wake of Spirit Airlines ceasing operations after more than three decades, many loyal customers are scrambling to find a new airline. But what many may not know is that you can put your now-unusable Spirit membership status to good use. A number of airlines — … Read more
Spirit Airlines passengers were feeling anything but lifted following the company’s abrupt shutdown on Saturday. But thanks to Papa John’s, grounded passengers have a reason to stay home… and order in. The now-defunct airline’s loyalty members are being offered a consolation tasty prize: free pizza. On Friday, Papa John’s announced a new promotion, “Skies to … Read more
One airline is eating up the airplane food competition. A new study by Canstar Travel Insurance analyzed over 125,000 passenger reviews from sites like Airlinemeals.net and Skytrax to rank the top 100 airlines for in-flight dining. AEGEAN Air, with a fleet of just 83 aircraft, beat out major carriers as the overall winner for best … Read more
It’s B.Y.O. snacks for thousands of Delta passengers. Starting May 19, Delta Air Lines will no longer offer food and beverage service on 450 daily flights. The removal of in-flight meals, snacks or drinks will apply to shorter flights, 349 miles or less, though those flying in first-class will still get the full service. Delta … Read more
They’re keeping the spirit alive. Spirit Airlines permanently shut down on Saturday after 34 years after a surge in fuel prices that impacted restructuring efforts, resulting in the cancellations of hundreds of flights and leaving customers wondering what this means for their future travel plans. However, a group of common folk on social media are … Read more
It’s the end of an inexpensive travel era. Money-savvy travelers are mourning Spirit Airlines, the once-beloved budget carrier, which permanently shut down on Saturday after undergoing severe financial distress and failing to obtain a $500 million bailout from the administration. After the company’s officials announced yesterday that they were closing operations of the nation’s eighth-largest airline … Read more
A Spirit Airlines pilot received a hero’s send-off with the help of a rival airline — and his first officer son — as his retirement flight was abruptly cut amid the carrier’s sudden shutdown. Capt. Jon Jackson was scheduled to fly one last time for Spirit into Baltimore-Washington International on Saturday when the ultra-low-cost airline … Read more
Does its Spirit live on for stranded travelers? Spirit Airlines shutdown has resulted in the cancellation of dozens of the budget carrier’s flights in New York and New Jersey, leaving oodles of flyers high and dry. The discount carrier scrapped 34 flights for Saturday to and from Newark Liberty International Airport and 18 at LaGuardia, … Read more
Spirit Airlines is preparing to shutter operations, according to a report from the Wall Street Journal, and customer are sure to be wondering what this means for their future travel plans. The budget carrier has struggled to get back on its feet after its second bankruptcy in less than a year — and now it has the … Read more
She missed her flight and was ready to fight. Pushing, kicking and shouting are the typical makings of a temper tantrum — those emotional outbursts oft-exhibited by teething tots. But an enraged adult women at Mexico City International Airport, in Mexico, recently threw a hissy fit of epic — and possibly criminal — proportions after arriving … Read more
The bots have got this in the bag. We may no longer fear disgruntled luggage handlers playing soccer with our suitcases. Japan Airlines is looking to fill a baggage handler gap by enlisting an army of automated bag bots to assist their human counterparts. Starting in May, these humanoid luggage handlers — manufactured by China’s … Read more
A United Airlines flight reportedly struck a drone midair over San Diego early Wednesday, according to social media posts. The Boeing 737, identified as Flight 1980 from San Francisco, hit the object at roughly 3,000 feet during its approach, according to an air traffic control recording shared on X. In the audio, the pilot can … Read more
Catch flights at the right price. The price of a flight is constantly fluctuating — but it’s not because airlines are keeping up with your searches, contrary to popular belief. According to the experts at Dollar Flight Club, the real reason flight prices are always switching up is because of dynamic pricing algorithms, fluctuations in … Read more
They’re offering air travelers some suite relief. Peeing and pooping at 35,000 feet will soon come as a sweet luxury for Emirates flyers flush with cash. “I’m working on ensuite bathrooms in first class suites,” teased Tim Clark, president of the Dubai-based airline, while at the 2026 Capa Airline Leader Summit in Berlin Thursday, per The National. “I … Read more
American Airlines is set to become the latest carrier to update its portable charger rules – and travelers will be restricted to a maximum of two devices. From Friday, travelers will be required to keep their travel device in plain sight when it is being used, ABC News reported. “We know our customers rely on … Read more
United Airlines said Monday it had ended its pursuit of a merger with American Airlines after the rival carrier declined to engage following an initial approach. “I was hoping to pitch that story to American, but they declined to engage and instead responded by publicly closing the door,” United CEO Scott Kirby said. Kirby raised the idea of a combination with … Read more
Someone woke up on the wrong side of the bed that day. Every overpacker knows how stressful the moment can be when your luggage is being weighed while checking in for a flight. While some airline angels will sometimes let a few extra pounds fly without charging an overweight fee, one unlucky flyer traveling to … Read more
Air travelers hoping for some relief on soaring ticket prices may not get it anytime soon — even if fuel costs drop, according to reports. One airline CEO in particular is facing backlash after suggesting the company may not lower the high fares even if oil prices stabilize, comments that quickly sparked anger among travelers online. During … Read more
JetBlue has been sued in a proposed class action claiming it uses customers’ personal data to set ticket prices, after its response to a social media post raised concern that the carrier employed “surveillance pricing” to make flying more expensive. According to a complaint filed late Wednesday in Brooklyn federal court, JetBlue conceals its use of … Read more