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EP26: Elon Musk VS Ryanair - A Surprise Airline Merger plus Southwest Seating Changes

January 27, 2026·1h 8m
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This week’s aviation news roundup: Elon Musk vs Ryanair over Starlink inflight Wi-Fi and the “2% fuel burn” claim, a surprise Allegiant–Sun Country deal ($1.5B) that signals more ULCC consolidation, Southwest shifting to assigned seating, and Delta reporting premium-seat revenue outpacing main cabin—plus what airline credit cards/loyalty programs mean for profitability and why Boeing may be turning a corner on quality and trust.

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