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Spirit Airlines' Board has unanimously rejected JetBlue's unsolicited proposal as a 'Superior Proposal' in favor of its merger with Frontier Airlines. The Board believes that the ongoing transaction with Frontier maximizes shareholder value, despite JetBlue's plans for acquisition. Concerns about the likelihood of antitrust clearance due to JetBlue's Northeast Alliance with American Airlines were highlighted as a significant risk. The merger with Frontier is anticipated to close in the second half of 2022, pending regulatory approval and shareholder consent.

JetBlue (NASDAQ: JBLU) has enhanced its proposal to acquire Spirit Airlines (NYSE: SAVE) by offering $33 cash per share, representing a 47% premium over the Frontier deal. Key commitments include divestiture of assets to alleviate regulatory concerns and a $200 million reverse break-up fee if the transaction does not close due to antitrust issues. JetBlue asserts that this offer presents greater certainty and value compared to Frontier's proposal, which lacks similar regulatory protections. This acquisition aims to create a more competitive airline landscape.

JetBlue (NASDAQ: JBLU) has announced a series of strategic investments aimed at enhancing operational reliability for the upcoming summer travel season. Key initiatives include reducing the summer flight schedule by over 10%, increasing hiring to add 5,000 new crewmembers, and improving customer support through expanded staff and digital tools. The airline's capacity growth will now range from 0% to 5% compared to 2019, down from an initial estimate of 11% to 15%. These measures aim to restore customer and crewmember confidence following previous disruptions.

JetBlue Airways reported a loss per share of ($0.79) for Q1 2022, contrasting with a profit of $0.14 in Q1 2019. The adjusted loss per share was ($0.80), with a pre-tax loss of ($398) million. Revenue decreased by 7.2%, but was better than expected due to strong demand. Operating expenses increased 17.5% year-over-year. JetBlue ended Q1 2022 with $2.9 billion in cash. Looking ahead, capacity is expected to grow by 0% to 5% for the full year, with anticipated revenue growth of 11% to 16% in Q2 2022.

JetBlue Airways (JBLU) has appointed Jeff Winter as the new vice president of JetBlue University. Reporting to Warren Christie, he will oversee training programs from Orlando, New York, and Salt Lake City. Winter, who joined JetBlue in 2015, has extensive experience in flight operations and project management, most recently serving as director of flight operations planning. With ambitious hiring and training plans for this year, Winter aims to enhance the training success for new hires and operational teams.

JetBlue Technology Ventures (JTV), an arm of JetBlue Airways, is investing as a limited partner in TPG Rise Climate, a multi-billion dollar fund focused on climate solutions. This investment aims to promote sustainable travel and reduce carbon emissions in the aviation sector. JTV’s goal is to leverage startup innovations for a net-zero future by investing in sustainable technologies. This partnership aligns with JTV’s previous involvement in the Aviation Climate Taskforce to accelerate decarbonization efforts.

JetBlue Airways Corporation (NASDAQ: JBLU) will hold its quarterly conference call on April 26, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. ET to discuss its first quarter 2022 financial results. The call will be available via a live webcast on JetBlue's investor relations website. An archived version will also be accessible for those unable to attend the live session. JetBlue is recognized as New York's Hometown Airline® and operates numerous routes across the U.S., Caribbean, and Latin America, including popular destinations like Boston, Los Angeles, and Orlando.

JetBlue (NASDAQ: JBLU) has welcomed Spirit Airlines' (NYSE: SAVE) Board of Directors' determination that JetBlue's acquisition offer is likely to lead to a "Superior Proposal." JetBlue's offer is valued at $33 per share, equating to a total equity value of $3.6 billion and a premium of 52% compared to Spirit's share price on February 4, 2022. The transaction is subject to a definitive merger agreement, Board approval, and regulatory clearances, but not contingent on financing. JetBlue aims to create a low-fare competitor to major U.S. carriers.

Spirit Airlines (NYSE: SAVE) announced that its Board of Directors is considering an unsolicited all-cash acquisition proposal from JetBlue Airways (Nasdaq: JBLU) at $33.00 per share. This proposal may qualify as a 'Superior Proposal' under Spirit's existing merger agreement with Frontier Group Holdings (NASDAQ: ULCC). While discussions with JetBlue will proceed, Spirit remains legally bound to its agreement with Frontier and has made no changes to its shareholder recommendations. There is no guarantee that negotiations will culminate in a successful transaction.