Spirit Airlines warns it could soon go out of business as Americans shy away from trips
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.