ReutersAbhijith Ganapavaram

UK court orders SpiceJet to pay ~$8m to engine lessor over unpaid rent and maintenance

A UK court has ordered SpiceJet to pay about $8 million to an engine lessor for unpaid rent and maintenance on three engines after the carrier failed to contest claims. The judgment underscores the strength of English courts for lessors and imposes a clear legal obligation on the cash‑strapped airline.

2026-04-09T06:12:25.205731-07:00
CNBCMichele Luhn

American Airlines makes bag fees even more expensive for basic economy tickets

By CNBC: American Airlines is joining Delta, United, Southwest and JetBlue in raising its checked bag fees as the industry deals with high jet fuel prices.

2026-04-09T06:17:21.588170-07:00