Breeze Airways, which won federal approval, promises lower trip costs
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David Neeleman speaks in March 2014 at Darien Library on his experiences launching JetBlue. On March 20, 2021, the U.S. Department of Transportation approved Neeleman’s newest venture Breeze Airways which will have its corporate office in Darien.Jarret Liotta /For the New Canaan News
David Neeleman, founder of JetBlue Airways, won federal approval to launch Breeze Airways, which promises smaller planes and lower trip costs aimed at reaching smaller cities.
Developed in Darien and headquartered in Utah, Breeze’s initial fleet consists of more than 20 passenger jets, with plans to expand.
Aviation analyst doesn t expect engine failure to bring down Connecticut-based Pratt & Whitney
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This March 31, 2010 file photo, shows a Pratt & Whitney engine at its headquarters in East Hartford, Conn. Pratt & Whitney employs a total of about 11,000 at its plants in East Hartford and Middletown.Jessica Hill / ASSOCIATED PRESSShow MoreShow Less
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EVERETT, WA - FEBRUARY 22: A worker leaves Boeing s airplane production facility on February 22, 2021 in Everett, Washington. Following Saturday s engine failure on a Boeing 777 over Denver, the FAA issued an emergency inspection order for Boeing 777 aircraft with Pratt & Whitney engines. (Photo by David Ryder/Getty Images)David Ryder / Getty ImagesShow MoreShow Less