Inside the Sun Country Merger: Allegiant CEO Explains the Deal
We've written a lot about the problems facing low-cost carriers. But both Allegiant and Sun Country stand out for finding a way to stay profitable.
Meghna Maharishi is Skift’s Airline Reporter, where she covers everything from loyalty programs to policy-making in Washington, D.C. She previously covered the airline industry at The Points Guy, worked on the investigative desk at CNBC, and did data visualization at CNN Politics. Send tips to Meghna on Signal at mmaharishi.61.
Allegiant to Acquire Sun Country Airlines for $1.5 Billion
Big news for a sleepy Sunday afternoon: Airline consolidation has been looming over 2026, but a merger between Allegiant and Sun Country underscores just how quickly that pressure is translating into action.
More International Growth and a Spirit Merger? What to Expect From Airline Earnings
In 2026, expect more of the same for the airline industry — analysts think the premium boom will most likely continue and the ultra-low-cost carriers could flounder.
Frontier Airlines Appoints New CEO
James Dempsey will be Frontier’s new CEO amid speculation that the carrier is once again interested in a merger with the beleaguered Spirit Airlines.
Avelo Airlines Ends ICE Deportation Flights
Avelo’s CEO acknowledged the flights put it at the center of a “political controversy” but also said the business model wasn’t working.
Alaska Airlines Makes Its Largest-Ever Boeing Order
Alaska is ambitious about transforming itself from a West Coast player to an international one. The carrier hopes a blockbuster Boeing order will help it reach that goal faster.
American Airlines Debuts Free Wi-Fi
American is the latest carrier to start offering free Wi-Fi across its aircraft, which has become a popular option for airlines looking to cater to more premium and business travelers.
Trump Administration Dials Back Airline Enforcement, Seeks Fewer Fines
After pulling back several Biden-era rules on airline consumer protection, the Trump administration says it will take a far more conservative approach to enforcement — expect fewer rules and fines for airlines.
Airlines Cancel Caribbean Flights Following U.S. Venezuela Strikes
While U.S. carriers have not flown to Venezuela in years, airspace restrictions following strikes in the region are leading airlines to cancel flights to popular tourist destinations in the Caribbean.
5 Trends in Airline Loyalty That Defined 2025
As the airline industry increasingly turns more premium, loyalty programs — already airlines’ biggest asset — are becoming even more important to their long-term strategy.