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A Look into Spirit Airlines’ Frills-Free Corporate HQ and OCC

by Chris Sloan
May 13, 2016
15 minutes read

MIAMI — Airline corporate headquarters have often been highly visible, sprawling, and sometimes extravagant monuments to their occupier’s status and public perception. Just as crucial, they have embodied the airline’s brand and corporate culture. In the past, the iconic Pan Am Building at one time was a ruler of the New York City Skyline. Braniff’s […]

Industry Interview

High Flyer Interview: Ben Baldanza, Former Spirit Airlines CEO

by Chris Sloan
February 8, 2016
26 minutes read

MIAMI — Ben Baldanza is an industry pioneer. Until last January, he was the CEO of Spirit Airlines, the U.S. largest ultra-low cost carrier (ULCC), and the most profitable carrier by operating margins. Ben has given Airways, an exclusive first interview after his sudden departure. Airways (AW): Ben, we appreciate you taking the time to speak […]

Airlines

Inside Spirit Airlines’ Very Unconventional Renovated Corporate Headquarters and OCC

by Chris Sloan
January 18, 2016
15 minutes read

MIAMI — Airline corporate headquarters have often been highly visible, sprawling, and sometimes extravagant monuments to their occupier’s status and public perception. Just as crucial, they have embodied the airline’s brand and corporate culture. In the past, The iconic Pan Am Building at one time was a ruler of the New York City Skyline. Braniff’s Corporate Campus, known as […]