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United flight landing at Newark strikes light pole, truck on N.J. Turnpike -- An investigation is underway after a United Airlines plane struck a light pole and truck on the New Jersey Turnpike as it was coming in for a landing at Newark Liberty Airport on Sunday afternoon, officials said.

An investigation is underway after a United Airlines plane struck a light pole and truck on the New Jersey Turnpike as it was coming in for a landing at Newark Liberty Airport on Sunday afternoon, officials said.

CBS News - Technology - 2 hours ago

Trump Official Criticizes Spirit Airlines For Saying Iran War Drove Up Fuel Prices

The White House's top economic adviser also found a way to blame the Biden administration for the airline's closure.

Huffington Post - Entertainment - 4 hours ago

Spirit Airlines shuts down, stranding travelers: How to get your money back

Spirit Airlines announced Saturday it was immediately ceasing operations. Here's how affected travelers can get refunds, depending on how they booked their tickets.

Fox News - Business - 6 hours ago

United Airlines flight diverted into emergency response after passenger allegedly attacked crew

United Airlines confirmed that police removed an unruly passenger from one of its flights after he allegedly attacked a flight attendant and attempted to access the cockpit during a flight to New...

International The News - World - 6 hours ago

Passengers deal with Spirit shutdown fallout -- Spirit Airlines' abrupt closure on Saturday has left passengers scrambling. And the skyrocketing fuel prices that helped bring about Spirit's end are wreaking havoc on the rest of the industry. Shanelle Kaul reports.

Spirit Airlines' abrupt closure on Saturday has left passengers scrambling. And the skyrocketing fuel prices that helped bring about Spirit's end are wreaking havoc on the rest of the industry. Shanelle Kaul reports.

CBS News - Top Stories - 7 hours ago

Spirit Airlines' death is entirely on the Biden administration — and specifically faux-populism

Saturday’s Spirit Airlines shutdown is entirely on the Biden administration — and more specifically, on the faux-populism of its Federal Trade Commission chief, Lina Khan. On top of all the...

New York Post - Top Stories - 7 hours ago

Travel experts warn Spirit shutdown will drive up ticket prices everywhere

Within hours of Spirit Airlines’ abrupt closure, thousands of flights had been canceled, leaving travelers stranded mid-trip or scrambling to rebook as the airline halted operations with little notice. Check-in counters sat empty, customer service lines were unavailable and many passengers said they had received no warning from the airline before arriving at the airport. NBC News’ Kathy Park reports.

NBC News - Top Stories - 8 hours ago

Spirit Airlines' death is entirely on the Biden administration - and specifically faux-populism

Saturday’s Spirit Airlines shutdown is entirely on the Biden administration — and more specifically, on the faux-populism of its Federal Trade Commission chief, Lina Khan. On top of all the...

New York Post - Opinion - 8 hours ago

Spirit Airlines' abrupt closure strands thousands of travelers

Within hours of Spirit Airlines’ abrupt closure, thousands of flights had been canceled, leaving travelers stranded mid-trip or scrambling to rebook as the airline halted operations with little notice. Check-in counters sat empty, customer service lines were unavailable and many passengers said they had received no warning from the airline before arriving at the airport. NBC News’ Kathy Park reports.

NBC News - US News - 9 hours ago

Duffy blames Spirit Airlines collapse and liquidation on Biden and Buttigieg

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy blames the Biden administration for Spirit Airlines' collapse, citing the blocked JetBlue merger as the cause.

Fox News - Top Stories - 9 hours ago

Spirit Airlines shuts down immediately, stranding travelers: Here's how to get your money back

Spirit Airlines announced Saturday it was immediately ceasing operations. Here's how affected travelers can get refunds, depending on how they booked their tickets.

Fox News - Top Stories - 9 hours ago

Spirit Airlines shuts down after 34 years, citing fuel costs

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — Spirit Airlines, an impish upstart that shook the industry with its irreverent ads and deep discount fares, announced Saturday that it has gone out of business after 34 years.

The Columbian - Business - 11 hours ago

'Shame on You': Elizabeth Warren Blasted for Praising Blockage of Merger That Might Have Saved Spirit Airlines

Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) is being criticized for praising the blocking of a merger that might have saved now defunct Spirit Airlines.

Breitbart - Politics - 12 hours ago

Treasury Goon Has Bonkers Excuse for Spirit Airlines Failure

Scott Bessent laid blame at the feet of Sen. Elizabeth Warren—and, oddly, how much she “loves to write letters.”

The Daily Beast - Top Stories - 13 hours ago

5/2: Saturday Morning -- Spirit Airlines announced it will cease operations after failing to secure a federal bailout. Meanwhile, President Trump rejected Iran's latest peace proposal. -- May 2

Spirit Airlines announced it will cease operations after failing to secure a federal bailout. Meanwhile, President Trump rejected Iran's latest peace proposal.

CBS News - Entertainment - 13 hours ago

United Airlines passenger allegedly assaulted flight attendant, tried to get into cockpit

The 48-year-old man was detained and taken to a hospital for psychiatric evaluation upon arrival at Newark Airport on Saturday evening.

NBC News - Technology - 14 hours ago

Transportation Sec. Duffy says no need for government budget airline bailout

Duffy said he does not think the government needs to bail out low-cost airlines that have sought $2.5 billion in government relief because of high fuel prices.

CNBC - Politics - 17 hours ago

US Airlines to Aid Stranded Passengers After Spirit Airlines Shuts Down

Spirit Airlines ceased operations Saturday; it canceled all flights and said passengers should not go to the airport.

Epoch Times - Top Stories - 17 hours ago

DOT Secretary Duffy blames Biden admin, Pete Buttigieg for Spirit Airlines' failure

"Spirit tried to merge with JetBlue. The Joe Biden-Pete Buttigieg administration and DOJ tanked that deal. Immediately after that, they filed for bankruptcy."

New York Post - Business - 17 hours ago

UK plans to allow airlines to consolidate flights as jet fuel costs soar

The government says it wants to reduce the likelihood of last-minute flight cancelations over the summer amid uncertainty over the Iran war.

CNBC - Top Stories - 18 hours ago

Was the Iran war the final blow in the collapse of Spirit Airlines?

The shutdown of the budget airline after 34 years has left 17,000 staff members unemployed.

Aljazeera - US News - 18 hours ago

Spirit Airlines Pilots Bid Emotional Farewell After Sudden Shutdown

An emotional Spirit Airlines pilot addressed passengers as the carrier suddenly ended all operations.

Newsweek - Top Stories - 20 hours ago

Trump admin announces relief for Spirit Airlines flyers, employees

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced an immediate federal response to assist stranded passengers and displaced workers after Spirit Airlines shut down.

Fox News - Business - 21 hours ago

Despite its abrupt end, Spirit Airlines built a model the industry copied

Spirit was the home of rock-bottom fares. Other carriers had to follow suit by cutting prices, introducing "basic economy" seats.

Boston Globe - Business - 21 hours ago

US airlines step up as Spirit winds down

Washington, United States: US air carriers on Saturday mobilized to help passengers and crew members stranded by the overnight shutdown of Spirit Airl...

Peninsula Qatar - US News - 1 day ago

Elizabeth Warren blasted for cheering blocking of merger that might have saved Spirit Airlines

Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., is under fire after Spirit Airlines abruptly shut down, with critics citing her claim that blocking a merger that could have saved the troubled carrier was "a Biden...

New York Post - Business - 1 day ago

Former Biden Aide Neera Tanden Questions if Biden DOJ 'Stopping JetBlue Merger' with Spirit Airlines Was 'Right Call'

Neera Tanden questioned whether the Biden DOJ "stopping" the merger between JetBlue Airlines and Spirit Airlines was "the right call."

Breitbart - Politics - 1 day ago

2023 Video: Buttigieg Brags About Helping Kill Spirit Airlines, JetBlue Merger

Former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg in 2023 said the DOT was opposing a merger between Spirit Airlines and JetBlue Airlines.

Breitbart - Politics - 1 day ago

'Godspeed my friend': Inside the final hours of Spirit Airlines

Spirit Airlines ceased operations overnight after a failed government bailout.

CNBC - US News - 1 day ago

Spirit Airlines shut down. What travelers need to know if they have tickets

What travelers who are ticketed on Spirit Airlines need to know.

CNBC - US News - 1 day ago

Spirit Airlines shuts down after relief talks fail, leaving travelers scrambling

Fox News correspondent Madison Scarpino reports on Spirit Airlines shutting down, canceling all flights, causing travelers to rebook with other airlines, on ‘Fox Report.’

Fox News - Business - 1 day ago

Spirit Airlines shuts down, saying it can't keep up with higher oil prices

Spirit Airlines has announced it is going out of business after 34 years, citing the rising cost of jet fuel since the start of the Iran war.

Los Angeles Times - Business - 1 day ago

Spirit Airlines Shutdown: JetBlue Picks Up 11 New Florida Routes

JetBlue announced 11 new Fort Lauderdale routes hours after Spirit Airlines shut down Saturday, ending 34 years of budget air service.

Newsweek - US News - 1 day ago

Spirit Airlines CEO, Trump Admin at Odds Over Iran War's Role in Collapse

The Iran war has caused fuel and gas prices to skyrocket across the country and around the world, with further impacts expected.

Newsweek - US News - 1 day ago

After Spirit collapse strands travelers, here's what to know about refunds and rebooking

Other airlines rolled out discounted "rescue fares," but uncertainty remains around credits, points and last-minute costs.

NBC News - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Spirit Airlines shuts down as company says it can't keep up with higher oil prices

The airline said on its website that all flights have been canceled and customer service is no longer available.

Boston Globe - Top Stories - 1 day ago

How the Iran war is hurting travelers, airline industry

Europeans may have to reconsider their summer travel plans, as a jet fuel shortage triggered by the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz could lead airlines to set higher ticket prices.

Deutsche Welle - Business - 1 day ago

Duffy announces Trump admin.'s relief plans after Spirit Airlines ends operations

United States Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced the Trump administration’s relief plans for Spirit Airlines customers and employees after it ceased operations overnight.

One America News Network - US News - 1 day ago

Spirit Airlines shuts down, blames cost of fuel due to Middle East war

Bankrupt discount carrier Spirit Airlines ‌ceased operations on Saturday, the industry's first casualty linked to the Iran war, after failing to secure creditor support for a U.S. government bailout plan.

CBC News - World - 1 day ago

Airlines scramble to help stranded Spirit passengers after budget carrier collapses

Major airlines and the US government scrambled to help stranded passengers and employees after bankrupt discount carrier Spirit Airlines ceased operations on Saturday (May 2), the industry's first

Channel NewsAsia - Business - 1 day ago

What Canadians should know about Spirit Airlines' shutdown

Teller desks are vacant and the skies are clear of Sprit Airlines’ signature yellow planes after the company ceased operations Sunday, leaving some customers with refunds and many concerned about the future of global air travel.

CTV News - Business - 1 day ago

Spirit Airlines built a model the industry copied. Then it collapsed

Spirit Airlines has ended its 34-year run, closing the chapter on a discount carrier that reshaped U.S. air travel. Once known for bright yellow planes and deeply discounted fares, the

Lancaster Online - Business - 1 day ago

Spirit Airlines says all flights cancelled, customer service no longer available

Spirit Airlines, an impish upstart that shook the industry with its irreverent ads and deep discount fares, announced Saturday that it has gone out of business after 34 years.

CTV News - Business - 1 day ago

Spirit Airlines says all flights cancelled, customer service no longer available -- Opens in new window

Spirit Airlines, an impish upstart that shook the industry with its irreverent ads and deep discount fares, announced Saturday that it has gone out of business after 34 years.

CTV News - Business - 1 day ago

Spirit Airlines Says It's Terminating Operations 'Effective Immediately,' Cancels All Flights

Spirit Airlines announced on Saturday that it is terminating operations "effective immediately" and going out of business after 34 years.

International Business Times - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Spirit airlines sinks during bankruptcy rescue amid Iran war fallout

ALBAWABA - Rising jet fuel prices have caused Spirit Airlines to give up on its recovery plan and start shutting down after failing to get a last-minute

Albawaba - Business - 1 day ago

Spirit Airlines goes bust and cancels all flights after talks fail

All upcoming Spirit flights have been cancelled and internal bookings will be refunded automatically

Evening Standard - World - 1 day ago

Spirit Airlines shuts down immediately, cancelling all flights

The company had been in discussions with the Trump administration about a rescue package, but no deal was reached.

Independent UK - US News - 1 day ago

Spirit Airlines shuts down after oil price spike derailed restructuring plan

The bankrupt discount carrier has cancelled all its flights

The Globe and Mail - World - 1 day ago

Spirit Airlines ends operations, sector's 1st Iran war casualty

Low-cost U.S. carrier Spirit Airlines ceased operations on Saturday, marking the industry’s first casualty linked to the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran, after...

Daily Sabah - Business - 1 day ago

Spirit Airlines begins 'wind-down', cancels all flights

Washington, United States: Low cost US carrier Spirit Airlines said on Saturday that all of its flights have been cancelled as it started an orderly...

Peninsula Qatar - US News - 1 day ago

Feds to hike max fine for airlines caught violating air passenger bill of rights to $1M -- Darren Major

The federal government says it will hike the maximum fine that can be levied against airlines for repeated violations of the air passenger bill of rights to $1 million.

CBC News - Business - 2 days ago

Feds to hike max fine for airlines caught violating air passenger bill of rights to $1M -- Politics

The federal government says it will hike the maximum fine that can be levied against airlines for repeated violations of the air passenger bill of rights to $1 million.

CBC News - Politics - 2 days ago

Spirit Airlines is halting all flights: What you need to know for your Saturday travel

Spirit Airlines is permanently shutting down all operations as of 3:00 AM ET today, May 2, 2026. A last-minute government bailout deal with the Trump administration collapsed Friday after key...

International The News - Business - 2 days ago

Spirit Airlines Shuts Down After Rescue Efforts Fall Short

All flights have been canceled as Spirit halts operations, bringing a major U.S. budget airline to a sudden end after months of restructuring.

Epoch Times - US News - 2 days ago

Spirit Airlines says it's going out of business after 34 years and is ending operations immediately

Spirit Airlines, an impish upstart that shook the industry with its irreverent ads and deep discount fares, announced Saturday that it has gone out of business after 34 years.

New York Post - Business - 2 days ago

Spirit Airlines to cease operations after federal government bailout fails to materialize

Spirit Airlines received a final bailout proposal from the U.S. as President Donald Trump says the administration is "driving a tough deal" to aid the beleaguered carrier.

Fox News - Business - 2 days ago

Spirit Airlines prepares to shut down without a government bailout

Amid rising jet fuel costs and halted government negotiations, the budget carrier Spirit Airlines could face imminent liquidation.

Los Angeles Times - Business - 2 days ago

Trump says Spirit Airlines deal still possible after report $500M bailout fell apart

Spirit Airlines is reportedly preparing to shutter operations after a $500 million bailout deal with the Trump administration fell apart.

New York Post - Business - 2 days ago

Japan Airlines to trial humanoid robots at Tokyo's Haneda airport to load baggage

Tokyo's Haneda Airport is beginning a trial of humanoid robots in airport ground services amid chronic labor challenges and a rapidly ageing workforce.

CNBC - Technology - 3 days ago

WATCH: Japan Airlines turns to humanoid robots to handle baggage

Japan Airlines is experimenting with humanoid robot baggage handlers using “cutting-edge” AI technology at airports starting this month.

CTV News - Science - 3 days ago

United Airlines flight reports midair drone scare near Southern California airport

Los Angeles: A United Airlines flight on Wednesday reported a drone collision scare in the airspace near a Southern California airport, according to a...

Peninsula Qatar - US News - 4 days ago

American Airlines Restricts Power Banks Amid Lithium Battery Concerns

American Airlines limits power banks to two per passenger and requires visibility on flights to reduce lithium battery fire risks.

International Business Times - Business - 4 days ago

A United Airlines jetliner taxis to a runway for take off from Denver International Airport Monday, March 23, 2026, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Global shortages of aircraft mechanics and commercial airline pilots could translate to civilian career opportunities for members of the military.

Military.com - US News - 4 days ago

What medical conditions can airlines reasonably ask a passenger about?

Plane Talk: As a former BBC editor is denied boarding due to his lack of a medical note, the health requirements for flying appear to be under scrutiny

Independent UK - Health - 6 months ago

Are Ghosts and Angels Real? 28 Times Spirits Were Allegedly Caught on Camera

For decades, photographers have claimed to have captured images of ghosts and angels.

Inside Edition - Weird - 1 year ago

'Foreign metal objects' led to the crash of Azerbaijan Airlines flight, preliminary report shows

" ... Putin apologized for the tragic incident occurring in Russian airspace, expressed his deep and sincere condolences to the families of the victims ... but no responsibility for the crash was taken."

Global Voices - World - 1 year ago