After struggling to find a buyer or investor, Colombian low-cost airline Ultra Air suspended operations just 30 days after competitor Viva was abruptly grounded. Ultra had recently admitted struggles but sought to reassure passengers that it would carry on. Less than a year ago,...
Spirit already flies to seven Colombian cities, primarily from Fort Lauderdale, but also from Miami and Tampa. Colombian travelers were not spared in Spirit’s operational meltdown last week, with multiple flights canceled or delayed.
Over the last few years, Colombia has recognized that its natural and cultural wealth can be enjoyed by travelers while also being protected and preserved through sustainability guidelines.
Just days after reporting a $287.9 million USD quarterly loss, Spirit Airlines gate and ticketing staff are overwhelmed and unable to deal with the thousands of frustrated passengers, many of whom have been stranded in airports beyond 24 hours.