Boston.com | Spirit says it’s going out of business, ending operations immediately by Associated Press
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Spirit Airlines announced it is immediately winding down operations after 34 years, canceling all flights and ending customer service while promising refunds but no assistance in rebooking. The airline’s collapse follows years of financial strain, including two bankruptcy filings—first in November 2024 after losing more than $2.5 billion since 2020, and again in August 2025 with $8.1 billion in debt—exacerbated by rising fuel costs and the COVID‑19 pandemic. A possible Trump‑backed government bailout was considered but never materialized, and the Transportation Secretary said travelers could obtain limited special fares on other carriers and should check credit‑card or insurance policies for refunds. The shutdown threatens roughly 17,000 jobs and will likely hurt budget‑conscious travelers, especially in markets where Spirit had a strong presence such as Las Vegas, Fort Lauderdale and Orlando.
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