DME With A Twist Of LimeSDR

Navigating aircraft today isn’t like the old days. No more arrows painted on a barn roof or rotating airway beacons. Now, there are a host of radio navigation aids. GPS, of course, is available. But planes often use VOR to determine a bearing to a known point and DME — distance measuring equipment — to […]

Spirit Airlines Lowers Outlook, Cites Weaker Revenue From Fees

Skift Take The ultra-low-cost carrier lowered its revenue outlook for the second quarter, blaming softer ancillary sales. Meghna Maharishi Spirit Airlines is anticipating a bigger quarterly loss in the second quarter, citing lower-than-expected ancillary sales.  While Spirit didn’t go into specifics, ancillary fees for perks like checked baggage, carry-ons and seat selection are typically […]