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But the deal is still subject to customary closing conditions and approval by shareholders, who will vote early next month.

The shutdown is slated for November.

The Justice Department has ended the partners’ mandatory waiting period early.

The carrier is partnering with the singer’s theme park, Dollywood.

Teamsters Local 2118 refused to certify that the pilot positions meet “prevailing wage” standards.

The pilots are calling for a new labor contract after years of delays.

Pilots with ultra-low-cost airline Allegiant are preparing to hold a no-confidence vote in the carrier’s management and board and directors.

Allegiant’s move could be an attempt to muscle in on Spirit’s territory as the latter airline faces mounting financial challenges.

Ultra-low-cost carrier Allegiant is adding five new nonstop routes and bringing a new airport into its network starting later this year.

Five U.S.-based low-cost carriers have launched a new industry group, the Association of Value Airlines, to advocate on their behalf.