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Virgin America close to further funding

By Justin Baer in New York

Published: October 3 2008 02:11 | Last updated: October 3 2008 02:11

Virgin America, the US airline founded by Sir Richard Branson, is near an agreement with its investors to inject additional cash into the fledgling carrier to fund its operations and expansion plans.

While the airline remains in discussions with potential investors and lenders, people familiar with Virgin America’s plans said the San Francisco-based carrier is seeking less than the $100m it raised earlier this year.

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