JetAmerica – the anticipated low-cost, Clearwater, Florida-based carrier – has postponed its scheduled launch (first reported on Savvy Flyer back in May) from July 13 to August 14. Citing issues with its ability to secure slots at Newark Airport in New Jersey, the delayed debut is costing the airline not only an estimated $500,000 in refunded tickets, but a tarnished reputation for its first customers. 

A sagging economy and struggling airline industry make rather unlikely parents to a new airline, but the folks over at JetAmerica are ready to put their baby on the market all the same. The new low-cost, Clearwater, Florida-based carrier is slated to launch services on July 13, with rock-bottom fares from just $9 offered on each and every flight. Set to target six mid-sized U.S. cities that it believes other larger carriers have overlooked, several conveniently offer easy access to major metropolitan areas, to boot. Look for JetAmerica to touch down in a city near you: Newark, NJ (New York City); Melbourne, FL (Orlando); Toledo, OH (Detroit); Minneapolis, MN; South Bend, IN; and Lansing, MI are currently on the bargain airline’s roster. Read the rest of this post »