- by travelandtourworld
- 30 Oct 2024
Despite recent reports of declining earnings, the US low-cost carrier (LCC) sector is experiencing significant growth in 2024, surpassing pre-pandemic flight levels.
Despite recent reports of declining earnings, the US low-cost carrier (LCC) sector is experiencing significant growth in 2024, surpassing pre-pandemic flight levels.
This week's analysis focuses on the four largest US LCCs: Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Frontier Airlines and Allegiant Air.
Southwest Airlines, the industry giant, has steadily recovered from its 2022 operational challenges.
While the carrier's flight numbers remain slightly below 2019 levels, it has consistently operated more flights than in the pre-pandemic era.
Spirit Airlines has witnessed even more substantial growth, expanding its fleet and increasing flight operations by 25% compared to July 2019.
A Delta Air Lines flight bound for New York City from Las Vegas made an emergency landing shortly after takeoff on October 29, 2024, due to fumes in the cockpit. Flight DL2133, originating from Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) in Las Vegas and destined for LaGuardia Airport (LGA) in New York, reported an issue within minutes of departure, leading the crew to declare an emergency and return to the Las Vegas airport for a safe landing.
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