"In an abundance of caution" we have stopped hiring. "No changes in policy or procedure are needed at this time".

Acquisition makes the most sense especially when you factor in the metal shortage...

The problem is that Allegiant Travel Co has a market cap a shade over $2 billion. An acquirer would have to offer a premium above that. That's a lot of bread for about 85 worn out airbi, and 13 brand new ones that aren't paid off yet. But crazier things have happened. After all, Alaska bought Virgin.

As for Allegiant acquiring Swift? What could Allegiant possibly gain from that? This is about the dumbest rumor yet.

Actually it's not a bad price considering a new a320 is 100 million and a 6 year back-order wait. That would be about 20 million an airbus or 25 million with a half billion dollar premium baked in. Also, there is a lot of cost you would save not having to send 900 airbus typed pilots through long term training if acquired. Don't forget about the premium gate space we have in...oh wait nevermind. I'm not big on rumors but I could see the value here.

Plus you get a virtual Sunseeker resort in BF Punta Gorda! 😄

This is a silly thread. Owler.com reports that Swift has $10M in revenue. Allegiant would buy Swift, but why? They fly 73's. Move along...

If a merger is in the future I’d say it would be wise for you guys to switch to ALPA since most groups are ALPA now. It would ease the process for a joint CBA and seniority integration.

Or, spin off the airline to fund the resort.

A merger would trigger a referendum anyhow. Now would actually be a terrible time to screw with our representation.

This is the most likely outcome IMO. UAL seems best poised to absorb us and has been open about trying to get lots of used busses. We shall see.

I don't mean to sound like a prick, but that sounds like wishful thinking. I have seen no evidence of United showing any interest in us. It would be nice, but I don't see it happening.