Spirit Airlines Gets Green Light for Newark Liberty International Airport
Budget airline carrier Spirit Airlines Inc. (NYSE: SAVE) recently revealed that it has finally received the U.S. Department of Transportation''s (DOT) green light to operate flights at Newark Liberty International Airport during the peak hours of the day. While awarding rights to Spirit Airlines, the DOT said that a budget carrier like Spirit will allow passengers to avail the services of a low-cost flight while also improving competition. Meanwhile, the department has asked Spirit to report additional data on disruptions and its ability to accommodate customers when problems arise. Spirit Airlines wanted to capture this space after Southwest Airlines (LUV) exited the airport almost three years ago, citing unprofitability.
Spirit Airlines Gets Green Light for Newark Liberty International Airport
Budget airline carrier Spirit Airlines Inc. (NYSE: SAVE) recently revealed that it has finally received the U.S. Department of Transportation''s (DOT) green light to operate flights at Newark Liberty International Airport during the peak hours of the day. While awarding rights to Spirit Airlines, the DOT said that a budget carrier like Spirit will allow passengers to avail the services of a low-cost flight while also improving competition. Meanwhile, the department has asked Spirit to report additional data on disruptions and its ability to accommodate customers when problems arise. Spirit Airlines wanted to capture this space after Southwest Airlines (LUV) exited the airport almost three years ago, citing unprofitability.