Allegiant and Sun Country Merge to Fill Budget-Airline Gap Left by Spirit

Allegiant Air and Sun Country Airlines have officially closed their merger, finalizing a $1.5 billion deal less than two weeks after Spirit Airlines unexpectedly collapsed. This consolidation aims to fill the critical budget-airline gap left by Spirit's sudden exit from the market. The move signals a major shift in the industry's competitive landscape as carriers seek stability amidst recent volatility.