300 - Host Scott McCartney & Guest Co-Host Charles Duncan

In this 300th episode of Airlines Confidential, Scott McCartney welcomes Charles Duncan to discuss current events in the airline industry. They begin by sharing their recent travel experiences, including a story about Southwest Airlines damaging a bag. The main topic is Spirit Airlines' financial struggles and the possibility of bankruptcy, including a discussion of potential merger or acquisition scenarios, with Frontier being the most likely candidate. They also touch on a recent report about airfare increases and labor issues at Air Canada, as well as Southwest Airlines' addition of flights and other strategic moves. Finally, they address listener questions about Southwest's booking schedule and safety recommendations following an American Airlines crash.