The user message is a transcript of a video comparing three low-cost airlines in the United States: Allegiant, Frontier and Spirit. A possible concise summary is:
Two travelers fly with Allegiant, Frontier and Spirit on consecutive days, from Florida to Cincinnati, Denver and Las Vegas. They compare each airline's pricing, ground service, seats, buy on board program, onboard service and in-flight entertainment. They encounter delays, unfriendly crews, tight legroom and small tray tables. They rate each airline on different aspects and declare Spirit as the winner of the comparison. They also give some tips and advice for flying with low-cost carriers.
Here are the key facts extracted from the text:
1. Allegiant, Frontier, and Spirit are compared as ultra low-cost airlines in the U.S.
2. The comparison involves flights from Punta Gorda to Cincinnati, Denver, and Las Vegas over three days.
3. Allegiant uses smaller airports which tend to have lower fees.
4. All three airlines sell basic tickets with additional fees for extras like pre-selected seats or early boarding.
5. The total cost for two passengers on Allegiant with added extras was $291.
6. All three airlines participate in the TSA Pre-Check program.
7. Allegiant's business model includes operating out of smaller airports to reduce costs.
8. Low-cost airlines offer the most value when passengers only carry a personal item that fits under the seat.
9. Delays are common with low-cost carriers due to smaller fleets and less frequent routes.
10. Frontier's fleet tends to be younger than Allegiant's.
11. Spirit Airlines offers a unique plane configuration with "big front seats" in a 2-2 arrangement.
12. Spirit's Buy on Board program is similar to the others but has a more extensive route network, including South America.
13. Weather delays are common and can affect any airline, emphasizing the importance of morning flights to avoid such issues.
14. Communication from airline staff during delays is crucial for passenger satisfaction.
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