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Sun Country Airlines Announces 15 New Summer 2023 Destinations From MSP

Sun Country Airlines will operate 15 new nonstop routes out of Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)

Starting in the summer of 2023, Sun Country Airlines will operate 15 new nonstop routes out of Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP). The airline is featuring twelve new locations as it broadens its network. Additionally, Sun Country has expanded its window for bookings so that customers may now reserve travel through Labor Day 2023.

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Sun Country will add new, nonstop service from MSP to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT), Wilmington International Airport in N.C. (ILM), John Glenn Columbus International Airport in Ohio (CMH), Kansas City International Airport (MCI), Richmond International Airport in Va. (RIC), Louisville International Airport (SDF), Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP), Colorado Springs Airport (COS), Atlantic City International Airport (ACY), Omaha Eppley Airfield (OMA), Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) and Cherry Capital Airport in Traverse City, Mich. (TVC).

The airline will relaunch nonstop service from MSP to Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE) and St. Louis Lambert International Airport (STL). Sun Country’s final flights were to MKE in January 2022 and to STL in October 2021.

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According to Brian Ryks, CEO of the Metropolitan Airports Commission, which owns and manages MSP, Sun Country’s expanded schedule “demonstrates that domestic and leisure travel demand remains robust and promising in 2023 as the general recovery in air travel continues.” “This is one of MSP’s largest single route network additions. With service to three new locations—Atlantic City, Colorado Springs, and Wilmington—it provides passengers with even more city and flight options.

As a result of expansion, Sun Country Airlines will run 120 routes to more than 90 airports in the United States, Mexico, Central America, Canada, and the Caribbean, offering hassle-free, dependable travel at reasonable rates. A new client experience that Sun Country offers includes updated interiors on each aircraft, free non-alcoholic beverages, a mobile-friendly website with enhanced self-service options, and free in-flight entertainment.

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A Costly Mistake: Passenger Pays for Fuel After Disruptive Flight

A Western Australian man has learned a costly lesson after his unruly behavior on a flight resulted in the aircraft having to turn back. The passenger was ordered to pay over $5,000 in fuel costs, along with a significant fine, for causing the plane to divert.

The incident occurred in September 2023 when the man, who was not publicly named, became disruptive on a flight from Perth to Sydney. Due to his behavior, the pilot was forced to turn the plane around and return to Perth, which required dumping fuel to land safely.

The passenger pleaded guilty to charges of disorderly behavior and non-compliance with safety instructions. As a result, he was ordered to pay $8,630 to the airline to cover the cost of the wasted fuel and was also fined $6,055. This combined penalty of over $11,000 is a stark reminder of the severe consequences of disruptive behavior on flights.

While this is not a typical punishment, other cases of in-flight misconduct have resulted in hefty fines. One passenger in the United States was fined over $40,000 for a series of offenses, including bringing their own alcohol on board, being intoxicated, attempting to smoke marijuana, and sexually assaulting a flight attendant.

The Australian Federal Police emphasized that disruptive behavior on flights will not be tolerated. They warned that individuals who cause disturbances can face significant financial penalties and legal consequences. The case of the Western Australian passenger serves as a clear message that obeying airline staff and adhering to safety regulations is essential for a smooth and safe flight.