Allegiant Air Cuts More Sun Country Flights From Minneapolis Despite “Really Strong” Demand
Allegiant cuts more Sun Country flights at Minneapolis despite strong demand, as pilot shortages and Delta's growing presence threaten competition.
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Allegiant Air is preparing to further reduce Sun Country Airlines' passenger schedule at Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP), despite acknowledging that demand in the Twin Cities remains exceptionally strong. During its third-quarter 2026 earnings call on November 4, Allegiant CEO Greg Anderson confirmed that Sun Country's pilot staffing levels remain below requirements, limiting the airline's ability to operate its planned services. The latest comments raise further questions about how quickly the Minnesota-based carrier can rebuild its network after Allegiant acquired it in May.
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- 84 words · 1 min read
- Published
- November 8, 2026
- Byline
- Victoria Agronsky
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- Simple Flying