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U.S. judge blocks JetBlue's acquisition of Spirit, saying deal would hurt consumers

JetBlue, the nation's sixth-largest airline, sought to buy Spirit for $3.8 billion. The judge said "the consumers that rely on Spirit's unique, low-price model would likely be harmed."

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Stocks drop as federal judge blocks Spirit-JetBlue merger

Discover the latest updates on the U.S. stock market, including the decline in major industries, the rise in Treasury yields, and the blocked merger betwee...

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Spirit Airlines shares plummet 47% after blocked .8B merger

Spirit Airlines shares drop 47% after merger with JetBlue is blocked by federal judge. JetBlue shares rise 4.9% despite disagreement with ruling.

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Federal Judge Blocks JetBlue-Spirit Merger, Citing Competition Concerns

A federal judge blocks the .8 billion JetBlue-Spirit Airlines merger, citing competition concerns and potential harm to consumers. Spirit shares plummet ...

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US Judge Blocks JetBlue-Spirit Airlines Merger

A US federal judge on Tuesday ruled against JetBlue's $3.8 billion takeover of low-cost carrier Spirit Airlines, saying that the deal would reduce competition.

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Boeing opens factories to airlines and adds more checks after blowout

Team to be sent to inspect processes at main supplier as part of efforts to demonstrate safety of 737 Max 9

The Guardian - UK

The FAA is tightening oversight of Boeing and will audit production of the 737 Max 9

Regulators say they're increasing control of Boeing production after a panel blew off a 737 Max 9 jet, and will re-examine whether the company can be trusted to assess the safety of its own planes.

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A recent lawsuit alleges 'excessive' defects at Boeing parts supplier

The lawsuit doesn't specifically mention door plug systems like the one that failed last week. But it adds to the scrutiny of Spirit AeroSystems, which has been linked to other problems.

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Boeing 737 Max: What is the future for the troubled plane?

The aircraft is under scrutiny following a terrifying incident at 16,000ft. Simon Calder investigates whether Boeing’s most successful jet will be able to stay flying amid safety concerns

The Independent UK

How the Alaska Airlines flight will impact the future of air travel

In the short term, experts say passengers should anticipate flight cancellations, writes Michelle Del Rey

The Independent UK

Boeing's Woes Deepen as Door Plug Issues Persist

Boeing faces mounting pressure as investigations into the blowout on an Alaska Airlines plane reveal potential quality issues with subcontractor Spirit Aer...

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Investigation into why a panel blew off a Boeing Max 9 jet focuses on missing bolts

Federal regulators are extending the grounding of some Boeing jets after an Alaska Airlines plane lost a side panel last week

The Independent UK

A look at recent crashes and safety problems involving Boeing planes

The blowout of part of the fuselage on a Boeing 737 Max flying over Oregon is the latest in a string of safety problems — including two devastating crashes — for the aerospace giant based in Arlington, Virginia

The Independent UK

Boeing shares fall after door panel blown out of plane mid-flight

Parts supplier Spirit AeroSystems also affected after US regulators ground 737 Max 9s with door plugs

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The Independent UK

Explainer: Missing door 'plug' may hold vital clues to how a gaping hole blew open on a jetliner

Few people thought much about “plugs” that seal unused exits on planes until one of them failed and blew a hole in an Alaska Airlines jet

AAP

Fire stay top of WNBL ladder with win over Bendigo

The Townsville Fire have overcome a rare quiet outing from captain Sami Whitcomb to post an 86-72 WNBL road win over the Bendigo Spirit.

The Independent UK

Six-year-old traveling to visit grandma for Christmas put on wrong Spirit flight

Airline staff allegedly told boy’s grandmother that he missed his flight

Fortune

Competition cop Lina Khan’s antitrust overreach is hurting U.S. competitiveness–and destroying billions of dollars in value

Antitrust overreach is hurting America's global competitiveness, with the FTC calculating industry concentration on a purely domestic basis.

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Team Spirit's Second Win in The International: A Historic Triumph

The International (TI) is Dota 2's most prestigious tournament, where the world's top teams compete for glory and a massive prize pool.

The Independent UK

Trial to determine whether JetBlue can buy Spirit, further consolidating industry, comes to a head

Closing arguments are about to get underway in the government's case to block JetBlue from buying Spirit Airlines

The Independent UK

Alaska Airlines is buying Hawaiian Airlines. Will the Biden administration let the merger fly?

Alaska Airlines says it will buy Hawaiian Airlines for $1 billion

Chicago Sun-Times

Alaska Air to buy Hawaiian Airlines in a $1.9 billion deal that may attract regulator scrutiny

Officials from both carriers said the merger would create a larger airline capable of competing with the Big Four. Both airlines would keep their brands after the merger.

The Independent UK

Biden administration takes on JetBlue as its fight against industry consolidation goes to court

The Biden administration and JetBlue Airways are facing off in court over the Biden administration's effort to stop JetBlue from buying Spirit Airlines

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Up First briefing: Aid trickles into Gaza; 9 GOP reps battle for House speaker job

Palestinian Christians mourn civilians killed in a Gaza church, as aid begins to arrive in the enclave. Rep. Mike Flood advocates for a"unity pledge" to support any speaker nominee.

The Independent UK

Spirit Airlines cancels dozens of flights to inspect some of its planes. Disruptions will last days

Spirit Airlines is canceling about 100 flights because it's pulling some planes out of service for inspections

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