About this episode

The episode discusses recent airline news, including service cuts and the shutdown of Spirit Airlines, along with personal travel experiences.

Send us Fan Mail Darth Vader invaded Drew’s ops center and Doug had an emergency air return between layovers in paradise. We discuss: A major airline just announced it is cutting cabin serviceNTSB releases information on 2022 China Eastern crashA United plane clipped a truck… while landing Spirit’s Board pulls the plug What happens after an airline shuts downFlight path guidance Bonus positive story to end the weekJoin the Network! Last chance to take our listener survey! https...

People in this episode

Hosts: Drew, Doug

Topics covered

• airline service cuts
• aviation safety
• airline shutdowns
• travel experiences
• listener engagement

Keywords

• Spirit Airlines
• NTSB
• United Airlines
• airline shutdown
• travel news
• aviation safety
• listener survey

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Organizations: Spirit Airlines, NTSB, United

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