Why Can't America's Favorite Airline Make Money?

Since joining the industry in 2007, Virgin America has filled their trophy case with awards from the likes of Conde Nast, Travel + Leisure, and Zagat. They have a young fleet of Airbus planes, equipped with WiFi and "mood lighting," and a staff of attractive, friendly employees. So why is this well-loved airline having trouble making money? Today, Virgin America announced a $22.4 million net loss for the first quarter of this year. Earning a consistent profit is something that the… (flightclub.jalopnik.com) More...