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Cranky Flier

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Independent airline industry analysis, routes, strategy, and trip reports by a long-time airline industry expert.

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Cranky on the Web: United Only Likes You If You Have the Credit Card, Spirit in Vegas
News•Feb 28, 2026

Cranky on the Web: United Only Likes You If You Have the Credit Card, Spirit in Vegas

Spirit Airlines is reportedly considering the termination of several West Coast flights to Las Vegas, a move that could include shutting its Las Vegas crew base. The airline’s shifting priorities suggest a focus away from short‑haul leisure routes. Meanwhile, United Airlines announced a MileagePlus earnings change that heavily rewards credit‑card holders while marginalizing passengers without a United card, signaling a pivot toward financial‑services revenue. Both developments highlight a broader industry trend of airlines rebalancing network and loyalty strategies to bolster profitability.

By Cranky Flier
Chicago O’Hare’s Gate Fight Gets Even More Complex… and Spirited
News•Feb 10, 2026

Chicago O’Hare’s Gate Fight Gets Even More Complex… and Spirited

Chicago O’Hare’s gate reallocation is entering another round after United secured full control of Terminals 1 and 2 and American’s presence in Terminal 3 weakened. Spirit sold two gates (G8, G10) to American for $30 million and two (G12, G14) to United...

By Cranky Flier
Nat Pieper Tackles the Tall Task of Fixing American’s Revenue Problems
News•Feb 9, 2026

Nat Pieper Tackles the Tall Task of Fixing American’s Revenue Problems

American Airlines hired former oneworld CEO Nat Pieper as chief commercial officer to reverse a deep revenue slump. Pieper, with a background in finance, alliances and fleet strategy at Northwest, Delta and Alaska, faces the challenge of making the carrier...

By Cranky Flier
Allegiant Air to Acquire Sun Country Airlines
Deals•Jan 12, 2026

Allegiant Air to Acquire Sun Country Airlines

Allegiant Air announced it will acquire Sun Country Airlines, with Allegiant becoming the surviving carrier holding two‑thirds of the combined company and Sun Country shareholders receiving one‑third. The transaction includes a 20% premium over Sun Country’s current share price, though...

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