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JetBlue (NASDAQ: JBLU) has appointed Vijay Raman as the new Vice President of Sales and Revenue Management. Reporting to Daniel Shurz, Senior VP of Network, Revenue, and Enterprise Planning, Raman will oversee revenue optimization, ancillary strategy, distribution, and corporate sales.

Raman brings over 20 years of leadership experience in revenue management, pricing, and strategy. He previously served as head of pricing at MoneyGram International and spent seven years at Spirit Airlines as senior director of revenue management. His career also includes roles at Samsung Electronics, American Airlines, Avalion Consulting, and Lockheed Martin.

SKY Leasing has acquired JetBlue Ventures, JetBlue Airways' (NASDAQ: JBLU) venture capital subsidiary, marking a strategic shift in JetBlue's focus towards its core airline operations. The acquisition aligns with JetBlue's JetForward strategy to restore profitability and compete effectively against legacy carriers. Since its 2016 founding, JetBlue Ventures has invested in 55 early-stage startups and made over 40 follow-on investments, resulting in 8 successful exits through acquisitions and public offerings.

Under the agreement, JetBlue will maintain positions in existing portfolio companies and continue as a strategic partner. The JetBlue Ventures team, led by Amy Burr, will continue managing investments while focusing on emerging enterprise technology and frontier tech solutions in travel and transportation. Financial terms were not disclosed.

JetBlue launched new flights to Wilmington International Airport (ILM) and Norfolk International Airport (ORF) from Boston, expanding its East Coast leisure network. The seasonal service runs from April 30 to October 25, 2025, with special introductory fares of $49 one-way.

The airline also introduced new routes connecting existing cities:

• Detroit to New York-JFK
• Hartford to New York-JFK
• Pittsburgh to New York-JFK
• Providence to New York-JFK
• Guatemala City to Fort Lauderdale

As Boston's leading leisure carrier, JetBlue will serve 75 destinations in 2025, including upcoming European routes to Madrid and Edinburgh launching May 22. All new routes operate on A220 aircraft, featuring free Fly-Fi, seatback entertainment, and complimentary snacks and drinks.

JetBlue Airways reported its Q1 2025 financial results, posting a net loss of $208 million or $(0.59) per share. The airline's operating revenue reached $2.1 billion, down 3.1% year-over-year, while operating expenses decreased by 21% to $2.3 billion.

Key highlights include:

• Strong liquidity position of $3.8 billion (41% of trailing twelve-month revenue)
• System capacity decreased by 4.3% year-over-year
• Operating margin of -8.2%
• Average fuel price of $2.57 per gallon

The company's JetForward strategy showed positive results with improved operational performance, including a four-point year-over-year improvement in on-time performance and higher customer satisfaction scores. Premium, international, and loyalty segments demonstrated strength, with premium RASM outperforming core RASM and loyalty revenue up 9% year-over-year.

Due to macroeconomic uncertainty, JetBlue is not re-affirming its prior full-year guidance but continues to evaluate cost-saving measures and capacity adjustments.

JetBlue (JBLU) has expanded its partnership with Japan Airlines, enabling TrueBlue members to redeem points for Japan Airlines-operated flights directly through jetblue.com. This marks JetBlue's first TrueBlue redemption partnership with an East Asian airline carrier.

The enhanced partnership gives TrueBlue members access to destinations across Japan and East Asia, including Tokyo, Osaka, Okinawa, and Hokkaido. Additionally, JAL Mileage Bank members can now redeem their miles for select JetBlue flights to Latin America, the Caribbean, Canada, and U.S. East Coast cities.

JetBlue (JBLU) has announced two key leadership appointments to strengthen its airport operations and loyalty programs. Daniel Blake has been promoted to Vice President Airports Experience, overseeing operations across JetBlue's 100+ destinations in the U.S., Canada, Latin America, Caribbean, and Europe. Blake, an 18-year company veteran who previously led Boston operations, will report to Senior VP of System Operations and Airports, Steve Olson.

Additionally, Edward Pouthier has been named Vice President Loyalty & Personalization, reporting to company president Marty St. George. Pouthier will focus on enhancing customer engagement through the TrueBlue loyalty program and co-branded credit card portfolio. He joined JetBlue in 2022 after nine years at Delta Air Lines and previous roles at Sabre Airline Solutions, Star Alliance, and US Airways.

JetBlue Airways (Nasdaq: JBLU) has scheduled its first quarter 2025 earnings conference call for April 29th, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. ET. The company will host a live, listen-only webcast to discuss Q1 2025 financial results, which will be accessible through JetBlue's investor relations website. For those unable to attend the live event, an archived version will be available in the 'Archived Events & Presentations' section of the investor relations portal.

JetBlue (JBLU) has announced the resumption of two nonstop routes from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL), strengthening its South Florida presence. Starting July 2025, the airline will operate twice-daily flights to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) and daily flights to Guayaquil, Ecuador (GYE).

The expansion reflects JetBlue's growing investment in South Florida, with a 6% year-over-year increase in departures. The airline now offers over 70 daily flights to more than 30 destinations from Fort Lauderdale, leading Caribbean and Latin America service, and reports 60% growth in lie-flat seats compared to last summer.

To celebrate the launch, JetBlue is offering promotional one-way fares starting at $69 for Philadelphia and $119 for Guayaquil routes. Both routes will be serviced by Airbus A320 aircraft, featuring complimentary snacks, drinks, high-speed Fly-Fi internet, and seatback entertainment.

JetBlue (NASDAQ: JBLU) has appointed Josh Weiss as vice president of technology products, effective March 11. Reporting to Carol Clements, JetBlue's chief digital and technology officer, Weiss will oversee the airline's digital product portfolio and explore innovative technology solutions to enhance customer and crewmember experiences.

Weiss brings 25 years of experience in developing technology products for global travel brands. He previously served as vice president of guest digital products at IHG Hotels & Resorts and held leadership positions at Hilton Hotels & Resorts and Delta Air Lines.