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Spirit Airlines Announces Major November Flight Cuts and Impending Job Losses Amid Second Bankruptcy

Spirit Airlines Announces Major November Flight Cuts and Impending Job Losses Amid Second Bankruptcy

Spirit Airlines Announces Major November Flight Cuts and Impending Job Losses Amid Second Bankruptcy Spirit Airlines is preparing its workforce for significant job cuts and has confirmed plans to slash its November flight schedule by 25% compared to 2024 levels. CEO Dave Davis communicated these difficult decisions in a memo to employees, emphasizing the need to optimize the airline’s network and focus on its strongest markets to become a more efficient carrier. The struggling discount airline, which declared its second…

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Air Traffic Control Scolds Spirit Pilot Near Air Force One, FAA Investigates

Air Traffic Control Scolds Spirit Pilot Near Air Force One, FAA Investigates

Air Traffic Control Scolds Spirit Pilot Near Air Force One, FAA Investigates A Spirit Airlines pilot received a stern reprimand from air traffic control earlier this week after failing to promptly respond to instructions while Air Force One, carrying President Donald Trump, was flying approximately eight miles away. The incident occurred over Long Island as Air Force One transported President Trump to the United Kingdom and Spirit Flight 1300 was en route from Fort Lauderdale to Boston Logan International Airport….

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Air Traffic Control Scramble: Spirit Airlines Flight Nears Air Force One

Air Traffic Control Scramble: Spirit Airlines Flight Nears Air Force One

Air Traffic Control Scramble: Spirit Airlines Flight Nears Air Force One Newly surfaced details reveal an urgent air traffic control intervention involving Spirit Airlines flight 1300 and Air Force One. Recordings from liveatc.net capture controllers repeatedly ordering the Spirit aircraft to alter its course over Long Island, New York, citing proximity to the presidential plane. The incident occurred while Air Force One, carrying then-President Trump and first lady Melania Trump, was en route to a state visit in the United…

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Spirit Airlines Halts Birmingham Service Amidst Second Bankruptcy Filing

Spirit Airlines Halts Birmingham Service Amidst Second Bankruptcy Filing

Spirit Airlines Halts Birmingham Service Amidst Second Bankruptcy Filing Spirit Airlines is set to discontinue all service at Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) starting October 3, 2025. This decision closely follows the airline’s second bankruptcy filing, which occurred in August 2025, highlighting its ongoing financial struggles. The low-cost carrier, which commenced operations in Birmingham in October 2024, initially offered non-stop flights to Fort Lauderdale before expanding to include routes to Newark, New Jersey, and Detroit, Michigan. Customers holding bookings for flights…

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Spirit Airlines Files for Fresh Bankruptcy Protection, Vows Continued Operations

Spirit Airlines Files for Fresh Bankruptcy Protection, Vows Continued Operations

Spirit Airlines Files for Fresh Bankruptcy Protection, Vows Continued Operations Budget carrier Spirit Airlines announced Friday it has filed for new bankruptcy protection, just months after emerging from a previous Chapter 11 reorganization. Despite the filing, the airline assures passengers that flights will operate as usual, allowing customers to book trips and utilize tickets, credits, and loyalty points without disruption. Employees and contractors are also expected to continue receiving payments. CEO Dave Davis explained that while the airline’s initial Chapter…

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Spirit Airlines Files for Second Bankruptcy Amid Deepening Financial Crisis

Spirit Airlines Files for Second Bankruptcy Amid Deepening Financial Crisis

Spirit Airlines Files for Second Bankruptcy Amid Deepening Financial Crisis Spirit Airlines has announced its second filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in less than a year, signaling persistent financial distress despite an earlier reorganization. The budget carrier, known for its distinctive yellow planes, stated on Friday that it plans to maintain normal flight operations throughout the restructuring process, assuring passengers that existing bookings, credits, and loyalty points remain valid. Employees and contractors are also expected to continue receiving payments….

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Spirit Airlines Files for Second Bankruptcy in Under a Year, Operations Unaffected for Travelers

Spirit Airlines Files for Second Bankruptcy in Under a Year, Operations Unaffected for Travelers

Spirit Airlines Files for Second Bankruptcy in Under a Year, Operations Unaffected for Travelers Budget carrier Spirit Airlines announced Friday its second filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection within a year, just months after emerging from a previous reorganization. Despite the filing, the airline assured passengers that business operations would continue as normal, allowing them to book flights, use existing tickets, credits, and loyalty points without interruption. Employees and contractors are also expected to continue receiving payments. Spirit CEO Dave…

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Spirit Airlines Warns of New Going-Concern Doubts Just Months After Exiting Bankruptcy

Spirit Airlines Warns of New Going-Concern Doubts Just Months After Exiting Bankruptcy

Spirit Airlines Warns of New Going-Concern Doubts Just Months After Exiting Bankruptcy Spirit Airlines has issued a stark warning regarding its ability to continue as a going concern, a mere few months after successfully emerging from Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. The budget carrier, known for its distinctive yellow planes, cited severe operational strain caused by dwindling cash reserves and persistently weak domestic travel demand. In its latest quarterly report released this Monday, Spirit detailed the challenging market conditions, including elevated…

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Spirit Airlines Raises ‘Going-Concern’ Doubts Months After Exiting Bankruptcy

Spirit Airlines Raises ‘Going-Concern’ Doubts Months After Exiting Bankruptcy

Spirit Airlines Raises ‘Going-Concern’ Doubts Months After Exiting Bankruptcy Spirit Airlines is once again facing significant doubts about its ability to continue operations, just months after successfully exiting bankruptcy. The budget carrier, known for its distinctive yellow planes, issued a stark warning in its latest quarterly report on Monday, citing “going-concern doubts” amid a challenging market. The airline attributes its precarious position to persistent weak domestic demand and an oversupply of seating capacity in the second quarter, leading to a…

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