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JetBlue Airways Corp (Nasdaq: JBLU) is New York’s Hometown Airline® and a leading carrier in Boston, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood, Los Angeles, Orlando, and San Juan. This news page aggregates company announcements and media coverage so readers can follow how JetBlue develops its airline network and customer offerings across the United States, Latin America, the Caribbean, Canada, and Europe.
Recent JetBlue news highlights ongoing route expansion, especially in Florida and the Northeast. The airline has announced new and expanded service from Fort Lauderdale to Orlando and Dallas–Fort Worth, additional flights to New York’s LaGuardia Airport, and seasonal and year-round routes that connect Fort Lauderdale with destinations such as Bozeman, Denver, Reno–Tahoe, Salt Lake City, Jacksonville, and Portland, Maine. Other updates include new nonstop service between New York (JFK) and Cleveland, as well as routes linking Buffalo and Syracuse with Florida and San Juan.
JetBlue’s news flow also covers product and brand developments. The company has unveiled BlueHouse™, its first airport lounge at JFK Terminal 5, and announced a future BlueHouse location at Boston Logan. It has introduced a Boston-inspired special livery, “Wicked Blue,” underscoring its long-standing presence in Boston. Many releases emphasize JetBlue’s onboard experience, including fast, free Fly‑Fi®, seatback entertainment, and complimentary snacks and drinks.
Investors and travelers can use this page to review JetBlue’s official press releases on network planning decisions, focus city growth, premium offerings like Mint® and BlueHouse, and other corporate updates. For those tracking JBLU, the news feed provides context on how the airline positions itself in key markets such as New York, Boston, Fort Lauderdale, and its broader U.S., Caribbean, Latin American, Canadian, and European network.
JetBlue Airways (JBLU) CEO Robin Hayes will present at the Wolfe Research 2022 Global Transportation and Industrials Conference on May 26 at 12:00 p.m. ET. Investors can access a live webcast of the presentation on JetBlue's investor relations website. For those unable to attend live, a replay will also be available. JetBlue, known as New York's Hometown Airline®, serves various locations including Boston, Fort Lauderdale, and Los Angeles, connecting customers across the U.S., Caribbean, Latin America, and London.
On May 23, 2022, Spirit Airlines (NYSE: SAVE) announced that its Board of Directors has rejected JetBlue Airways Corporation's (NASDAQ: JBLU) unsolicited tender offer. Instead, the Board continues to recommend that stockholders vote for a merger with Frontier Group Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: ULCC), expected to close in the latter half of 2022, pending regulatory review and shareholder approval. The company will host a conference call at 4:30 p.m. ET to discuss this decision with analysts. Spirit has also filed a statement with the SEC regarding the tender offer for investor awareness.
JetBlue (NASDAQ: JBLU) has issued a statement criticizing the Spirit Airlines Board for its recommendation favoring the Frontier deal. JetBlue claims that the Spirit Board is acting against shareholder interests due to conflicts of interest. The airline emphasizes that both the JetBlue and Frontier offers face regulatory scrutiny, but asserts its proposal includes better protections and commitments. JetBlue argues that Spirit shareholders should reject the Frontier deal in favor of its offer, suggesting they will vote accordingly.
Spirit Airlines' Board of Directors unanimously recommends stockholders not to accept JetBlue's unsolicited tender offer of $30 per share, citing significant regulatory hurdles and a lack of advantages over the ongoing merger with Frontier Airlines. The Board believes that JetBlue's proposal is not in the best interests of Spirit's shareholders, especially under the current Northeast Alliance with American Airlines. Spirit asserts that the merger with Frontier will provide substantial long-term value and operational synergies, while JetBlue's offer poses risks without adequate protections for shareholders.
JetBlue has appointed Ellen Ham as its new vice president of labor relations, effective immediately. She will oversee the airline's labor relations strategy and report directly to Laurie Villa, the chief people officer. Ham joins JetBlue with over 20 years of experience in labor and employee relations, previously serving as director of labor relations at Republic Airways and as a labor and employment attorney at FordHarrison LLP. Ellen expressed excitement about joining JetBlue during its expansion phase.
JetBlue Airways Corporation (NASDAQ: JBLU) CEO Robin Hayes will present at the BofA Securities 2022 Transportation, Airlines, and Industrials Conference on May 17 at approximately 4:00 p.m. ET. A live webcast of the presentation will be accessible through JetBlue's investor relations website, with a replay available for those who cannot attend live. JetBlue, known as New York's Hometown Airline®, operates flights across the U.S., Caribbean, and Latin America, including connections to London.
Spirit Airlines has confirmed JetBlue's unsolicited tender offer to acquire all outstanding shares at $30 per share. The Spirit Board is evaluating the offer and advises stockholders to refrain from action until its review is complete. A formal position will be communicated within ten business days via a SEC filing. Spirit's Board previously deemed JetBlue's earlier proposals as not superior to its merger with Frontier. Financial and legal advisors are assisting in the evaluation.
JetBlue (JBLU) has launched a fully financed cash tender offer to acquire Spirit Airlines (SAVE) at $30 per share, representing a 60% premium over Spirit's transaction with Frontier. JetBlue criticizes Spirit's Board for rejecting its superior proposal without constructive engagement, arguing that Spirit's antitrust claims are unfounded. JetBlue's offer not only provides immediate cash value but also includes a commitment to regulatory compliance and a reverse break-up fee. Spirit shareholders are urged to vote against the Frontier merger at the upcoming special meeting on June 10, 2022.
JetBlue (NASDAQ: JBLU) has appointed Al Spencer as the new vice president, controller, effective immediately. Spencer will manage the corporate accounting, tax, payroll, and revenue accounting teams, reporting to CFO Ursula Hurley. He previously served as deputy CFO North America at Air Liquide and has experience with Sysco Corp., ExpressJet Airlines, and other companies. Spencer expressed enthusiasm about joining JetBlue, emphasizing the airline's promising future.
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.