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JetBlue Expands Mexico Service with Flights from New York to Tulum on Sale Today

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Thursday, December 14, 2023

JetBlue (NASDAQ: JBLU) today announced it will serve Tulum, its fourth destination in Mexico.

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  • JetBlue (NASDAQ: JBLU) today announced it will serve Tulum, its fourth destination in Mexico.
  • JetBlue’s flights to Tulum are on sale starting today.
  • Daily nonstop service from New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Felipe Carrillo Puerto Tulum International Airport (TQO) will begin June 13, 2024(a).
  • This will be JetBlue’s fourth destination in Mexico, where it currently serves Cancun, Puerto Vallarta and Los Cabos.

JetBlue Announces Record and Payment Dates for December 2023 Additional Prepayment to Spirit Stockholders

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Tuesday, December 12, 2023

As previously announced, in connection with the Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated as of July 28, 2022 (the “Merger Agreement”), by and among JetBlue Airways Corporation (“JetBlue”) (NASDAQ: JBLU), Sundown Acquisition Corp., and Spirit Airlines, Inc. (“Spirit”) (NYSE: SAVE), JetBlue has set December 22, 2023, as the record date for the December 2023 prepayment to Spirit stockholders of $0.10 per Spirit share (the “December 2023 Additional Prepayment”), with payment of the December 2023 Additional Prepayment to occur on December 29, 2023.

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  • As previously announced, in connection with the Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated as of July 28, 2022 (the “Merger Agreement”), by and among JetBlue Airways Corporation (“JetBlue”) (NASDAQ: JBLU), Sundown Acquisition Corp., and Spirit Airlines, Inc. (“Spirit”) (NYSE: SAVE), JetBlue has set December 22, 2023, as the record date for the December 2023 prepayment to Spirit stockholders of $0.10 per Spirit share (the “December 2023 Additional Prepayment”), with payment of the December 2023 Additional Prepayment to occur on December 29, 2023.
  • Pursuant to the Merger Agreement, Spirit stockholders as of the December 22, 2023, record date will be entitled to receive the December 2023 Additional Prepayment.

JetBlue Celebrates a Trailblazing 10 Years of Fast, Free and Unlimited Fly-Fi®

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Tuesday, December 12, 2023

JetBlue (Nasdaq: JBLU) today celebrates its 10-year anniversary of Fly-Fi—the airline’s fast, free and unlimited broadband satellite internet service.

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  • JetBlue (Nasdaq: JBLU) today celebrates its 10-year anniversary of Fly-Fi—the airline’s fast, free and unlimited broadband satellite internet service.
  • With this bold move that made JetBlue the first major U.S. airline to offer free Wi-Fi on every flighta, Fly-Fi highlights JetBlue’s commitment to a customer-centric onboard experience with great service at low fares.
  • This year alone, more than 15 million smartphones and 2 million laptops have connected to Fly-Fi on JetBlue.
  • To learn more about JetBlue’s fast, free and unlimited Fly-Fi internet service, visit jetblue.com/flying-with-us/wifi .

JetBlue Names Dawn Southerton, Vice President Controller and Principal Accounting Officer

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Monday, December 11, 2023

JetBlue (NASDAQ: JBLU) today announces the appointment of Dawn Southerton to vice president, controller and principal accounting officer.

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  • JetBlue (NASDAQ: JBLU) today announces the appointment of Dawn Southerton to vice president, controller and principal accounting officer.
  • Southerton will oversee the company’s accounting, accounts payable, credit card fraud, payroll and tax teams.
  • Most recently, Southerton served as vice president and controller, Pepsi Beverages Company.
  • Southerton began her career at the public accounting firm KPMG before holding a number accounting and finance roles with TransCanada Pipeline, Heinz and Neiman Marcus Group.

From Runway to Reef: JetBlue Flights Take Off to Belize Today

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Wednesday, December 6, 2023

JetBlue (NASDAQ: JBLU) today announced it has officially launched service between New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport (BZE) in Belize City, Belize, with the first flight arriving in Belize this afternoon.

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  • JetBlue (NASDAQ: JBLU) today announced it has officially launched service between New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport (BZE) in Belize City, Belize, with the first flight arriving in Belize this afternoon.
  • “We’re thrilled to add Belize to our growing network and offer our customers more choices to experience unique and popular destinations,” said David Jehn, vice president, network planning and airline partnerships, JetBlue.
  • This year alone, already over 250,000 Americans and counting have passed through this airport, representing two-thirds of all overnight visitors to Belize.
  • With JetBlue’s entrance into Belize City, JetBlue becomes the only airline to offer nonstop service from New York’s JFK to Belize.

JetBlue Donates 2 Million TrueBlue Points to Make-A-Wish® in Celebration of Giving Tuesday

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023

JetBlue (Nasdaq: JBLU) is continuing its longstanding tradition of service by donating 2 million TrueBlue points to Make-A-Wish in celebration of Giving Tuesday and JetBlue For Good month.

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  • JetBlue (Nasdaq: JBLU) is continuing its longstanding tradition of service by donating 2 million TrueBlue points to Make-A-Wish in celebration of Giving Tuesday and JetBlue For Good month.
  • JetBlue is proud to support a variety of charitable organizations year-round through points donations, where all points donated go directly to the selected charity, and each charity may use the points for travel for their organization.
  • TrueBlue loyalty members can donate points directly on the platform to charities and causes like Make-A-Wish and many others.
  • While JetBlue For Good month is celebrated in November, the airline is proud to support volunteerism across its network year-round.

JetBlue Announces Record and Payment Dates for November 2023 Additional Prepayment to Spirit Stockholders

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, November 14, 2023

As previously announced, in connection with the Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated as of July 28, 2022 (the “Merger Agreement”), by and among JetBlue Airways Corporation (“JetBlue”) (NASDAQ: JBLU), Sundown Acquisition Corp., and Spirit Airlines, Inc. (“Spirit”) (NYSE: SAVE), JetBlue has set November 24, 2023, as the record date for the November 2023 prepayment to Spirit stockholders of $0.10 per Spirit share (the “November 2023 Additional Prepayment”), with payment of the November 2023 Additional Prepayment to occur on November 30, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • As previously announced, in connection with the Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated as of July 28, 2022 (the “Merger Agreement”), by and among JetBlue Airways Corporation (“JetBlue”) (NASDAQ: JBLU), Sundown Acquisition Corp., and Spirit Airlines, Inc. (“Spirit”) (NYSE: SAVE), JetBlue has set November 24, 2023, as the record date for the November 2023 prepayment to Spirit stockholders of $0.10 per Spirit share (the “November 2023 Additional Prepayment”), with payment of the November 2023 Additional Prepayment to occur on November 30, 2023.
  • Pursuant to the Merger Agreement, Spirit stockholders as of the November 24, 2023, record date will be entitled to receive the November 2023 Additional Prepayment.

JetBlue Awarded Best Economy Class by The Points Guy in 2023 TPG Awards

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

JetBlue (Nasdaq: JBLU) today announced it has been recognized by The Points Guy (TPG) with an Editors’ Choice Award for Best Economy Class across U.S. airlines.

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  • JetBlue (Nasdaq: JBLU) today announced it has been recognized by The Points Guy (TPG) with an Editors’ Choice Award for Best Economy Class across U.S. airlines.
  • “In the year of revenge travel, we’re so excited to honor the best in travel, credit cards and loyalty programs,” said Brian Kelly, Founder of The Points Guy.
  • Celebrating them with the TPG Awards is just a small way to say thank you on behalf of consumers all over the world for making their travel dreams a reality.”
    Since 2018, The Points Guy has recognized the best in airlines, travel, credit cards and loyalty programs through the annual TPG Awards.
  • The 2023 TPG Awards are prominently featured on The Points Guys website at www.thepointsguy.com .

JetBlue Expands its Presence in the Caribbean With New Service to St. Kitts and Nevis

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Thursday, November 2, 2023

St. Kitts service will operate Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays, introducing JetBlue’s award-winning service, low fares and a better option for customers on a route with limited competition.

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  • St. Kitts service will operate Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays, introducing JetBlue’s award-winning service, low fares and a better option for customers on a route with limited competition.
  • “We are pleased to announce that today signifies a momentous occasion, as JetBlue embarks on its inaugural flight to St. Kitts,” said Hon.
  • Marsha T. Henderson, minister of tourism, international transport, civil aviation, urban development, employment, and labour for St. Kitts & Nevis.
  • “Those visiting St. Kitts will find that the destination is renowned for its warm-hearted people, genuine hospitality, and exciting experiences.

JetBlue Introduces Two New Credit Cards in 5 Caribbean Destinations Offering Cardholders Exclusive Benefits and Rewards

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023

The new JetBlue Mastercard and JetBlue Select Mastercard by CIBC FirstCaribbean will provide cardmembers exclusive rewards, benefits, and an opportunity to earn TrueBlue® points that can be used to travel to more than 100 destinations in JetBlue’s network.

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  • The new JetBlue Mastercard and JetBlue Select Mastercard by CIBC FirstCaribbean will provide cardmembers exclusive rewards, benefits, and an opportunity to earn TrueBlue® points that can be used to travel to more than 100 destinations in JetBlue’s network.
  • “As a leading airline in the Caribbean, JetBlue maintains its commitment to delivering innovative programs and products to more of our loyal customers in the region.
  • We’re excited to launch our partnership with CIBC FirstCaribbean and Mastercard to offer our customers even more benefits,” said Chris Buckner, VP Loyalty & Partnerships, JetBlue.
  • “The JetBlue Mastercard and JetBlue Select Mastercard from CIBC FirstCaribbean provide our customers with added value and flexibility to earn points on their everyday purchases.