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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Erin Keller

Airline warns it may not make it past 2026

  • Spirit Airlines warned on Monday that it may not be able to stay in business over the next year, despite emerging from Chapter 11 bankruptcy just five months prior.
  • The airline's quarterly report indicated "substantial doubt" about its ability to remain in business, citing weak demand for domestic leisure travel and ongoing operational uncertainties.
  • Following this announcement, Spirit's stock plummeted by nearly 40 per cent, trading at just over $2.20.
  • To address its financial challenges, Spirit is implementing cost-saving measures, including furloughing 270 pilots and demoting 140 captains, alongside plans to sell aircraft and real estate.
  • The company is also revising its strategy by introducing tiered pricing with added amenities, aiming to attract higher-paying customers and diversify its revenue streams.

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