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British Airways Unveils Bold New Lounge Concept with Openings in Miami and Dubai
British Airways has announced the opening of new lounges in Miami and Dubai, showcasing a new design concept. The designs blend the airline’s British style with local flare, such as Art Deco in Miami and fretwork patterning and architecture in the UAE.
24 hours ago5 min read


Azorra Announces the sale of two Boeing 777-300ERs to FPG Amentum
Azorra has announced the sale of two Boeing 777-300ERs to FPG Amentum, a Dublin-based aircraft asset manager. Both aircraft (MSN 61730/61731) are on lease to Philippine Airlines (PAL), the flag carrier of the Philippines.
4 days ago2 min read


Spirit Airlines Launches Most Rewarding Free Spirit Bonus Points Offer Ever
Spirit Airlines has today announced their most rewarding Free Spirit® bonus points offer in the company’s history. Guests can earn up to 7,500 Free Spirit bonus points, redeemable for up to three one-way flights.
Oct 22 min read


Discover Airlines Extends Partnership with Tampa Bay Buccaneers Until 2030
Discover Airlines has today announced that their successful partnership with the NFL’s Tampa Bay Buccaneers, originally announced a year ago, has been extended until 2030, and has also been expanded.
Sep 222 min read


Avelo Airlines Extends Central Florida Schedule Through Spring 2026
Avelo Airlines has today announced an extension of their Central Florida flying schedule through spring 2026, with one-way fares from only $52 (T&Cs apply).
Sep 162 min read


JetBlue Announces Major Fort Lauderdale Network Expansion
JetBlue has today announced a major expansion in Fort Lauderdale with nine new routes and increased frequencies om high-demand routes.
Sep 102 min read


Boeing Announces Opening of New Engineering Center at Embry-Riddle Research Park
Boeing has announced the opening of a new engineering center at Embry-Riddle Research Park in Daytona Beach, Florida. The center will...
Sep 102 min read


American Airlines to Launch New Exclusive Direct Service Between Miami and Bimini in the Bahamas
Starting February 14, 2026, American Airlines will add the only nonstop service between the U.S. and Bimini in the Bahamas. Flights will operate three times weekly from Miami with an Embraer E175.
Sep 82 min read


Azorra Delivers Australia’s First Embraer E190-E2 on Lease to Virgin Australia
Azorra has delivered Australia’s first Embraer E190-E2 on lease to Virgin Australia Regional Airlines. The handover ceremony took place...
Sep 22 min read


Azorra Delivers Second Embraer E175 to India Based Regional Carrier Star Air
Azorra has delivered a second 88-seat Embraer E175 aircraft to India-based regional airline Star Air, marking the Fort Lauderdale-based aircraft lessor’s first customer relationship in India. The first aircraft was delivered in April 2025.
Aug 152 min read


Allegiant Travel Expands Network with New Service from Florida to Atlantic City, New Jersey
Allegiant Travel has announced the launch of new service to and from Atlantic City, New Jersey. Initially, the carrier will offer service from Atlantic City to Fort Lauderdale, St. Petersburg, Orlando/Sanford, and Punta Gorda.
Aug 142 min read


Spirit Airlines Touches Down in Savannah for the First Time
Spirit Airlines has today announced the start of new service to Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport. The carrier will now offer daily service between Newark and Savannah, followed by flights from Fort Lauderdale, Nashville and Detroit.
Aug 142 min read


JetBlue Expands Florida Network, Adds Caribbean and Latin American Destinations from Boston
JetBlue has today announced the launch of new service from Boston and New York to Vero Beach, as well as new connections from Tampa to Punta Cana and Islip, N.Y., between Fort Myers and Islip, from Fort Lauderdale to Santiago de los Caballeros, and more.
Aug 142 min read


Allegiant Announces New Direct Routes to Eight Cities, Welcomes Huntsville, Alabama
Allegiant Travel Company has today announced the launch of five new nonstop routes, connecting eight cities nationwide, including new service to Huntsville International Airport in Alabama.
Aug 122 min read


Airlink Finalizes Lease of 10 new Embraer E195-E2s with Aircraft Lessor Azorra
Embraer has today announced that Airlink and Azorra have finalized a lease agreement for 10 new Embraer E195-E2 aircraft, with the first...
Aug 72 min read


Spirit Airlines to Launch New Service from Fort Lauderdale to Belize City and Grand Cayman
Spirit Airlines has today announced the upcoming launch of new service from Fort Lauderdale to both Belize City and Grand Cayman. Belize and Grand Cayman flights will operate three times weekly from November 21, 2025 and December 4, 2025, respectively.
Aug 53 min read


Azorra to Acquire 13 Embraer E190s and 36 CF-34-10E6 Engines from JetBlue
Fort Lauderdale-based aircraft Azorra has announced that they will acquire 13 Embraer E190 airframes and 36 CF34-10E6 engines from JetBlue. Deliveries of the assets started in July and will continue through the second quarter of 2026.
Jul 312 min read


JetBlue Expands Fort Lauderdale Focus City with New Flights and More Premium Mint Service
JetBlue has today announced an expansion of their Fort Lauderdale Focus City network with four new destinations, increased frequencies on existing routes, and more premium Mint flying.
Jul 232 min read


Spirit Airlines to Launch New Direct Service Between Fort Lauderdale and Key West
Starting November 6, 2025, Spirit Airlines will launch new, exclusive nonstop service between Fort Lauderdale and Key West, the Southernmost point in the U.S. The route will initially operate four times weekly, increasing to daily service from December 18th.
Jul 222 min read


Spirit Airlines and Visit Lauderdale Launch New Sweepstakes
Spirit and Visit Lauderdale have launched a new sweepstakes, inviting travelers to enter for a chance to taste the flavors of Greater Fort Lauderdale. Winners will enjoy roundtrip Spirit flights, an oceanfront hotel stay, and a Dine Out Lauderdale restaurant experience.
Jul 222 min read


Spirit Airlines Launches New Service at Middle Georgia Regional Airport in Macon
Starting October 16, 2025, Spirit Airlines will launch new service from Middle Georgia Regional airport in Macon, Georgia to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport. One-way fares are now bookable from $49 (T&Cs apply).
Jul 182 min read


Avelo Airlines Extends Central Florida Flight Schedule Through Mid-February 2026
Avelo Airlines has today announced an extension of their Central Florida flight schedule through mid-February 2026, with affordable one-way winter and holiday fares from $39.
Jul 92 min read


Allegiant Travel Company to Divest Sunseeker Resort Charlotte Harbor in Florida for $200 Million
Allegiant Travel Company has announced that funds affiliated with Blackstone Real Estate have agreed to acquire the carrier’s Sunseeker Resort Charlotte Harbor property in Florida for $200 million.
Jul 82 min read


American Airlines Announces New Flagship Lounge and Expanded Admirals Club at MIA
American Airlines has today announced that they will elevate the premium travel experience at Miami International Airport with a new Flagship lounge and expanded Admirals Club lounge.
Jun 252 min read
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