SkyWest gets ExpressJet in $133M deal
SkyWest has agreed to acquire ExpressJet in a deal worth approximately $133 million.
SkyWest said ExpressJet will be merged with its wholly-owned subsidiary, Atlantic Southeast Airlines, following the closing of the transaction and receipt of all required regulatory approvals. Closing is expected in the fourth quarter of 2010.
Chicago hotel opens hypoallergenic suite
The Four Seasons Hotel in Chicago just opened up new suites including its new hypoallergenic suite.
The suite comes complete with hardwood floors, special bedding and toiletries and shades instead of curtains, to help reduce dust and allergens.
[G]uests staying in the suite are treated to the same luxury amenities as all the other rooms.
7 puppies die after American Airlines flight
Seven puppies died after flying in the cargo hold of an American Airlines jet.
Baggage handlers taking the puppies to a kennel area at O’Hare Airport grew concerned because they looked lethargic. Employees tried to cool down the dogs, and they were taken to a vet’s office, but five died initially and two others died later, Fagan said.
Several of the puppies were headed to connecting flights. Fagan declined to identify the shipper or say whether American had taken animals from the same shipper before and, if so, whether there had been problems with any previous flights.
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