American Airlines’ ‘alliance’ with JetBlue is, in fact, an unprecedented maneuver to further consolidate the industry," Garland said in a statement. “It would result in higher fares, fewer choices, and lower
Of course, one of JetBlue's most significant airline partnerships in recent memory, its Northeast Alliance with American Airlines,came to a halt in mid-2023when the Biden administration successfully blocked the deep tie-up on antitrust grounds. ...
JetBlue really only needed Spirit in the context of their partnership with American Airlines, since the American deal gave them more slots to fly in New York and therefore the Spirit planes and pilots were a way to grow in both New York and Bost...
American's first partner to earn based on fare This one's big. JetBlue will be the first of AA's current partners to earn miles based on the fare paid. Until now, most major airlines (including American) awarded redeemable miles for partner flights based on a combination of the cabin pu...
"In both locations, the defendants vigorously competed on everything from fares to the features they offered customers. The NEA changes all of that," Sorokin wrote. "It makes the two airlines partners, each having a substantial interest in the success of their joint and individual effo...
Visit americanexpress.com to learn more. While traveling with JetBlue, you must now consider whether you're flying during a peak travel date when checking a bag, as the difference can cost you $5 to $10 a bag. Below, CNBC Select breaks down what you need to know about the new ...
American Airlines hasannounced partnershipsfor pre-flight testing on service to Grenada, St. Lucia and Belize, although earlier partnerships with the Bahamas and Jamaica have not yet been finalized. Several airlines are also offering pre-flight testing to Hawaii....
In addition to the big three legacy carriers, there is competition provided by smaller airlines such as Jet Blue and Virgin America. We will compare quality of product, award availability and costs, and note a few things to consider when booking these flights. Read more American Airlines ...
Airport (JFK) and Boston Logan International Airport (BOS), and will allow the airline to better compete against larger airlines likeDelta,UnitedandAmerican, which have long offered this amenity. Along with this announcement, JetBlue shared the first details of a new premiumco-branded credit card...
The trial to determine whether the partnership between American Airlines and JetBlue Airways is anti-competitive or not is now under way, and few are venturing to predict the outcome. Under the Administration of US President Joseph Biden, the Department of Justice (DOJ)...