US EditionSpirit Airlines Cutting Service to Nearly a Dozen Cities, Raising Concerns for Orlando Flyers
Spirit Airlines is ceasing flights in 12 U.S. cities due to financial losses exceeding $2.5 billion since 2020 and increased competition from full-service carriers.
- Spirit Airlines will cease operations at a dozen locations nationwide, affecting every airport in Northern California, beginning the week of October 2, 2024.
- The airline has sought Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection twice within the past year, attributing its decision to weak interest in domestic leisure flights and challenging economic circumstances that led to the reduction of several routes.
- Spirit described the cancellations as a network realignment to focus on its strongest markets, while Frontier and United plan to expand flights to fill gaps left by Spirit.
- Spirit stated it apologizes for the inconvenience and will contact affected passengers with options, including refunds, as it moves to transform and stabilize the business.
- The reduction of Spirit’s low-cost options may increase travel costs for budget-conscious families, raising concerns about accessibility, especially for large groups traveling to destinations like Orlando.
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