Allegiant And Sun Country Pursue Joint Strength And Scale

Concept art of Allegiant and Sun Country aircraft flying in sky

Upon closing, the combined carrier will operate approximately 195 aircraft, with 30 on order and an additional 80 options.

Credit: PRNewsfoto/Allegiant Travel Co.
Ten years ago, Sun Country Airlines saw a need for transformation. Costs were high, the pricing environment was difficult, and customers were looking for something different. Under new leadership brought on from Allegiant, the Minneapolis-based airline gained new ownership and transitioned into an...
Christine Boynton

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

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