USDOT Approves Allegiant / Sun Country Merger

The US Department of Transportation gave approval for the merger between Allegiant Air and Sun Country Airlines to proceed, with an expected closing date in mid-May. The two carriers will operate separately until a single operating certificate is obtained some time within the next 14 months.

Further information in this Aviation Week article.

With both airlines operating separately, it remains to be seen if Sun Country will fly Mountain West football teams to HNL for road games against the Hawai‘i Rainbow Warriors for the 2026 season.

HNL One Of 40 Airports Affected By Shutdown

The US Department of Transportation and the Federal Aviation Administration have listed 40 airports to reduce service due to the government shutdown. Citing safety and flight delays, the 40 airports will be required to cut domestic traffic by 10% at 40 of the largest airports in the US by 14 November.

Further information in this FAA press release.

17 November 2025 UPDATE
Following the end of the government shutdown, the FAA has rescinded the flight reductions.