These airlines want to rescue stranded Spirit travelers. Here's how to book.

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A United Airlines airplane and a Spirit Airlines airplane at Newark Liberty International Airport, New Jersey.
A United Airlines airplane and a Spirit Airlines airplane at Newark Liberty International Airport, New Jersey.

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United is revamping one of its most hated regional jets. It's adding first-class and bins that fit carry-ons: See inside the CRJ450.

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United Airlines CRJ450.
United Airlines is revamping old regional planes with a refreshed premium-focused cabin with first class and closets.

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United is debuting an ultra-premium long-haul Airbus jet. It has sliding doors and a walk-up snack bar — see inside.

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A rendering of United Airlines' A321XLR.
The new A321XLR will have doors but they can't be used until certified by the FAA.

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I upgraded to United's Premium Plus on a long flight. Most perks were useless to me, but I'd happily do it again.

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Author Jamie Davis Smith smiling on plane
I enjoyed flying in United's Premium Plus for a long-haul flight across time zones, even though I couldn't use a lot of the upgrade's perks.

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Flight cancellation updates: FAA cuts have hit airports across the US as the shutdown persists

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Travelers in line for security at George Bush International Airport in Houston
TSA wait times have jumped in recent weeks amid the government shutdown

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The government shutdown is now disrupting travel plans for thousands.

Airlines Sued for Selling ‘Window’ Seats Without a Window View

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The White House Keeps a ‘Loyalty’ Scorecard for Companies: Report

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Trump meets with Tim Cook in the Oval Office.

United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby slams the budget airline model: 'It's dead'

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CEO Scott Kirby of United Airlines celebrates opening of a new addition to its Flight Training Center in Denver, Colorado on Thursday, February 22, 2024
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby.

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I flew on 2 long-haul flights, one in business and another in economy. The perks were drastically different — take a look.

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Insider's author sat in both economy and business class for long-haul flights.
Business Insider's author sat in both economy and business class for long-haul flights.

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Air travel is rough. Here's how the government is trying to fix it.

Tech Insider : Travel, Politics

Whether it's a delayed flight, lost luggage, added fees, or long security lines, flying can be painful. It's gotten so bad the government is stepping in to try to make air travel suck a little less. Here's how.

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