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Spirit Airlines Lands in Rochester with Nonstop Flights to Top Vacation Destination

#SpiritAirlines Lands in Rochester with Nonstop Flights to Top Vacation Destination

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Spirit Airlines (NYSE: SAVE) is rolling down the runway in Rochester with convenient options to reach Florida’s beaches and attractions just in time for winter. Today, the airline launched the only daily, nonstop flights between Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC) and Orlando (MCO).

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“Convenience is key to a great travel experience, and we’re making it easy for our Rochester Guests to spend more time soaking up the sun at Orlando’s theme parks and nearby attractions,” said John Kirby, Vice President of Network Planning at Spirit Airlines. “Our low fares and affordable flights allow our Guests to take a vacation or visit family and friends on their schedule – any day of the week.”

Orlando is one of Spirit’s largest airport operations and provides Rochester travelers with numerous, one-stop opportunities to connect to destinations across the United States and Latin America.

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“The Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport welcomes the arrival of Spirit Airlines’ daily nonstop service to Orlando. These convenient and affordable flights are perfect for families looking to book their vacation to Orlando — the number one destination for Rochester area travelers,” said Monroe County Executive Adam Bello. “As the only upstate New York airport currently offering air service with Spirit, we’re grateful for their commitment and investment in our community and the ROC Airport.”

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The Spirit Charitable Foundation commemorated the new service at ROC with a $20,000 donation to GiGi’s Playhouse, the only network of Down Syndrome Achievement Centers. The nonprofit organization provides free educational, therapeutic-based, and career development programs for individuals with Down syndrome, their families, and the community, through a replicable playhouse model.

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PIA Reinstates Manchester and Paris Routes After EU Ban Lift

Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has announced plans to resume flights to Europe starting in January, beginning with Paris as its first destination.

The decision follows the European Union Aviation Safety Agency’s (EASA) removal of a long-standing ban on the airline. PIA’s inaugural flight to Paris is scheduled for January 10, with bookings opening on December 9.

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In an official statement, PIA spokesperson Abdullah Hafeez Khan confirmed that the first flight schedule has been approved, marking a significant milestone in the airline’s recovery efforts. The EU ban had previously cost PIA approximately Rs40 billion ($144 million) annually in lost revenue, compounding its financial struggles.

With European operations restarting, PIA is now setting its sights on the United Kingdom. The airline plans to seek approval from the UK Department for Transport (DfT) to resume flights to major British cities such as London, Manchester, and Birmingham.

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These routes are anticipated to see high demand once necessary clearances are obtained. The lifting of the EU ban represents a key achievement for PIA as it works to rebuild its international network and regain its standing in the global aviation market.

By restoring flights to Europe and aiming for UK destinations, PIA is taking critical steps toward recovering lost ground and improving its financial outlook.