Activist Investors See Opportunity in Airlines

JetBlue, Southwest and American Eagle aircraft

Southwest and JetBlue each had activist investors announce large stakes in 2024 as the carriers were developing plans for improved profitability.

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In the years since the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, tried-and-true airline models have faced new challenges in the form of industrywide constraints as well as shifting consumer preferences. For Southwest Airlines, 2024 became a year of turmoil and change. Activist investor Elliott Investment...
Christine Boynton

Christine Boynton is a Senior Editor covering air transport in the Americas for Aviation Week Network.

Lori Ranson

Lori covers North American and Latin airlines for Aviation Week and is also a Senior Analyst for CAPA - Centre for Aviation.

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