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Articles tagged “virgin america”

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Alaska’s Acquisition Of Virgin America Moves Forward — Skift Business Traveler

Now that the regulatory and legal hurdles are out of the way, Alaska is free to gobble up Virgin America. But what will be left behind?

Grant Martin, Skift | 7 years ago

Alaska’s Acquisition Of Virgin America Moves Forward — Skift Business Traveler

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Alaska Airlines Settles a Lawsuit Over Its Virgin America Merger

It's not likely Alaska Airlines would have lost in court, but this case was still a nuisance, so it makes sense that the company resolved it. Now, Alaska can finally focus on absorbing Virgin America.

Brian Sumers, Skift | 7 years ago

Alaska Airlines Settles a Lawsuit Over Its Virgin America Merger

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DOJ Clears Alaska’s Acquisition of Virgin America

The Department of Justice has an odd relationship with airlines. It seems to enjoy grabbing headlines about how it's doing its job to protect industry competition. But when it comes time to actually getting airlines to make real concessions, it falls short.

Brian Sumers, Skift | 7 years ago

DOJ Clears Alaska’s Acquisition of Virgin America

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Virgin America Gives Few Details About Merger Status in Latest Disclosures

If Virgin America was not expected to merge with Alaska Airlines, analysts likely would fret about Virgin America's falling unit revenue. But since Virgin America is now in limbo, waiting to see if it can close its merger, it's not clear how much the unit revenue decrease matters.

Brian Sumers, Skift | 7 years ago

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Proposed Alaska Air-Virgin America Merger Hits Minor Snag in San Francisco Federal Court

The important stuff is happening in Washington, D.C. where the Department of Justice is considering whether it will seek to block the Alaska Airlines/Virgin America merger. This is more of a minor hiccup, but it's undoubtedly annoying for the two airlines.

Mary Schlangenstein and David McLaughlin, Skift | 8 years ago

Proposed Alaska Air-Virgin America Merger Hits Minor Snag in San Francisco Federal Court

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Alaska Air CEO: The Deal for Virgin America is Still on Despite Delay

There's been some drama related to Alaska's proposed acquisition of Virgin America, but many industry insiders still expect the deal to get done. And Alaska executives remain publicly confident that they will get their prize. The big question is when.

Brian Sumers , Skift | 8 years ago

Alaska Air CEO: The Deal for Virgin America is Still on Despite Delay

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Alaska Air Still Holding Off Big Decisions About Virgin America’s Future

There's almost no chance that Alaska Airlines will keep Virgin America around as an airline for any longer than necessary. But some smaller elements of the Virgin America brand could remain over time.

Brian Sumers, Skift | 8 years ago

Alaska Air Still Holding Off Big Decisions About Virgin America’s Future

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A Weakened Virgin America’s Profits Decline as Alaska Prepares to Close Merger

Yes, Alaska paid a fortune for Virgin America. But that doesn't mean it is a bad deal. Alaska believes it needs Virgin America's assets to compete and grow.

Brian Sumers , Skift | 8 years ago

A Weakened Virgin America’s Profits Decline as Alaska Prepares to Close Merger

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Alaska Airlines Still Plays It Coy About Fate of Virgin America Brand

Alaska Airlines continues to play it coy when asked about its plans for the Virgin America brand. But it seems likely Alaska will retire most, if not all, aspects of the upstart's brand.

Brian Sumers, Skift | 8 years ago

Alaska Airlines Still Plays It Coy About Fate of Virgin America Brand

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U.S. Carriers Should Re-Think Gutting Benefits for Their Most Loyal Flyers

Sometimes generosity and taking care of your most loyal customers gives a halo that is not immediately visible, but can have long-term benefits and end up saving your skin.

Colin Nagy, Skift | 8 years ago

U.S. Carriers Should Re-Think Gutting Benefits for Their Most Loyal Flyers