Skift Airline Weekly Lounge

For this episode of the Airline Weekly Lounge, hosts Gordon Smith and Jay Shabat delve into the recent partnership between JetBlue and United Airlines. They discuss the implications of this collaboration, the financial struggles faced by JetBlue, and the potential benefits for both airlines. The conversation also touches on regulatory considerations, industry reactions, and the future of airline mergers. With insights into loyalty programs and advertising strategies, the hosts provide a comprehensive overview of the current state of the airline industry. Read or preview the latest issue of Airline Weekly here: https://airlineweekly.skift.com/issues/ Takeaways The JetBlue and United partnership is not a merger but a modest collaboration. United aims to regain access to JFK airport through this partnership. JetBlue is focusing on strengthening its loyalty program to recover financially. The airline industry is experiencing significant pressure to consolidate. Regulatory scrutiny remains a conc