JetBlue Took a Beating During the Third Quarter


Skift Take

Despite the company's difficult third quarter, JetBlue executives have reason for optimism — especially with business and international travel making progress in their recoveries.

JetBlue Airways had a rough third quarter, as weather-related disruptions and surging jet fuel costs weighed on profits.

JetBlue reported a $129 million net loss, excluding one-off accounting charges. It generated $2.4 billion in revenue, an 8.2% drop from the same period last year. The company expects another decline in the current fourth quarter – between 6.5% and 10.5%.

"While we have been able to offset some of the costs associated with the challenging operational backd