Is the Ultra-Low-Cost Airline Model Dead?

Is the Ultra-Low-Cost Airline Model Dead?

Update: 2025-09-09
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Is the ultra-low-cost airline model dead? United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby says yes, pointing to Spirit Airlines' recent bankruptcy as proof that rock-bottom fares and extra fees aren't a sustainable business. Find out why Kirby believes consumers have rejected the ULCC experiment and what this could mean for the future of air travel, as airlines grapple with balancing price, service, and long-term survival.

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Is the Ultra-Low-Cost Airline Model Dead?

Is the Ultra-Low-Cost Airline Model Dead?