US EditionSpirit Airlines announces it will shut down after negotiations for a federal bailout fell short
The carrier said it lacked the liquidity to continue after fuel costs surged, and about 17,000 jobs could be affected, the company said.
- On Saturday, Spirit Airlines announced it ceased operations after 34 years, effective immediately, canceling all flights and shuttering customer service channels.
- The collapse followed failed bailout negotiations between the Trump administration and the carrier, which struggled with debt and surging jet fuel prices linked to the Iran war.
- About 17,000 jobs could be impacted by the shutdown, while Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy noted that major carriers like United, Delta, JetBlue, and Southwest are offering $200 one-way flights for a limited time.
- Customers who booked flights directly through Spirit can expect refunds, though the company will not assist with rebooking; third-party booking holders must seek reimbursement from their travel agents.
- Spirit's absence will most affect budget-conscious travelers in cities like Las Vegas, Fort Lauderdale, and Orlando, as labor unions warned the collapse reduces competition and could increase airfares.
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