Based in Rhode Island, Ben covers advanced air mobility and is a contributor to Aviation Week’s Business Aviation & AAM Report.
Ben has a Masters degree in Political Communications from the American University in Washington, D.C. Prior to joining Aviation Week, he worked for the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives as its communications coordinator.
Spirit Airlines has no plans to abandon its high-density cabin layout in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, signaling confidence in the ULCC business model despite concerns over the health risk posed by crowded aircraft.
Recent fleet and training decisions at Alaska Airlines indicate plans for a future business model oriented almost exclusively around Boeing and the 737.