The New York Times – Travel:
The carrier has become the country’s most profitable by catering to affluent travelers, but it is facing stiffer competition from United.
Category: Bankruptcies
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For Struggling JetBlue, Spirit’s Demise May Offer an Opportunity
The New York Times – Travel:
JetBlue Airways is adding flights at Spirit Airlines’ former home airport as it tries to turn a profit again.
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Spirit Airlines’ Demise Could Help Other Airlines
The New York Times – Travel:
Even in its reduced state, the company played an important role in forcing other airlines to keep fares low, some experts said.
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Spirit Airlines Cancels All Flights, Stranding Passengers
The New York Times – Travel:
The budget carrier abruptly canceled flights early on Saturday, leaving passengers to rush to make other plans. “Even if they go back into business, never again,” one traveler said.
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Spirit Airlines, a Pioneer of Low-Fare Flights, Shuts Down
The New York Times – Travel:
Spirit once upended the industry by offering very low fares but was in its second bankruptcy in two years after years of struggle.
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Spirit Airlines May Be Shutting Down. Here’s What to Do if You’re Scheduled to Fly.
The New York Times – Travel:
After two stints in bankruptcy, the low-cost airline appears close to shutting down. Here’s what travelers should know about rebooking and refunds if Spirit stops flying.
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Spirit Airlines Prepares to Shut Down
The New York Times – Travel:
The low-fare airline, which has struggled for years, had been trying to secure a $500 million lifeline from the Trump administration.
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U.S. Nears Loan to Rescue Spirit Airlines
The New York Times – Travel:
The Trump administration is negotiating a deal that would provide as much as $500 million to the struggling company, which is in its second bankruptcy in two years.
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Trump Dismisses a Merger While Seeking Suitors for Spirit Airlines
The New York Times – Travel:
As he rejected the idea of a merger of United Airlines and American Airlines, President Trump said someone, including possibly the federal government, should buy or help Spirit.