The Latest Breaking News from Spirit

The impending loss of Spirit Airlines as South Florida’s hometown air carrier could have a number of ramifications, ranging from hits on local employment and facilities to spikes in the prices leisure travelers pay to visit the region.

Apr. 6—JetBlue Airways hizo una oferta no solicitada en efectivo para adquirir Spirit Airlines por un poco más de $3,500 millones, dos meses después que la compañía con sede en Miramar dijera que se fusionaría con su rival Frontier.

JetBlue said it's planned takeover of Spirit would allow it to challenge larger rivals, but regulators may have questions over its impact on consumer choice.

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South Florida-based Spirit Airlines acknowledged Tuesday that it has attracted a surprise new suitor in JetBlue Airways of New York, which is seeking to outbid a recent merger offer by Frontier Airlines of Denver.

New York (AFP) - JetBlue Airways announced Tuesday a bid to acquire Spirit Airlines for $3.6 billion, setting up a bidding war with Frontier Airlines in the discount flying market.

Flight delays and cancellations that waylaid travelers across the country last weekend are improving but cancellations continue, including in Detroit; a return to normal globally wasn't expected until mid-week, according to FlightAware.com.

Spirit Airlines Incorporated (NYSE: SAVE) on Tuesday announced it received a purchase proposal from JetBlue Airways Corporation (NASDAQ: JBLU) to buy the company’s outstanding shares for $33 apiece.

JetBlue Airways is trying to buy Spirit Airlines and break up a plan for Spirit to merge with fellow budget airline Frontier