In this episode, Scott and John discuss the current state of the airline industry, focusing on significant events such as leadership changes at Spirit Airlines, the merger between Mesa and Republic Airlines, and the challenges faced by Air Wisconsin. They explore the impact of economic conditions on airline operations, consumer sentiment, and the potential for future mergers in the low-cost carrier segment. The conversation highlights the complexities of the airline business and the importance of adapting to changing market dynamics.

Air Show episode referenced:

• https://open.spotify.com/episode/41WGyWGtVvNO3IRE0qVRFp?si=9e62cb03039d4d93

Spirit CARES funding reference:

• https://www.wlrn.org/business/2024-10-15/spirit-airlines-broward-county

Airline employee pay comparison reference:

• https://weekly.visualapproach.io/p/airline-labor-costs-on-the-rise

The letter from Air Wisconsin's CEO was an internal letter to employees that (as of the date this was published) wasn't available on a public website.