29 signals tagged Spirit Airlines.
JetBlue is exploring a move from its modern Terminal B to the 1940s-era Marine Air Terminal at LaGuardia Airport to leverage lower costs from newly acquired Spirit Airlines slots, pending Port Authority approval
JetBlue has won Spirit Airlines' former takeoff and landing slots at LaGuardia Airport, allowing for up to 12 additional daily roundtrips. The airline is also interested in moving operations to the historic Marine Air Terminal for cost savings
Frontier Airlines announced four new routes launching in November and December 2026, targeting cities where Spirit Airlines previously had a strong presence
BLS data shows airfare up 26.7% year-over-year and 30% in the last five months, driven by jet fuel costs from the Iran conflict and carrier pricing strategies
Frontier Airlines is launching nonstop service from Oakland (OAK) to Las Vegas on August 20 and from Boise (BOI) to Las Vegas on September 10, filling routes vacated by Spirit Airlines
Spirit Airlines plans to auction 22 LaGuardia slots on July 9 for at least $87 million, but the Port Authority objects to the sale's regulatory framework. A bankruptcy court hearing is set for June 10
Spirit Airlines is auctioning its 22 slots at New York LaGuardia Airport on July 9 following its bankruptcy shutdown. The winner could add roughly 12 daily flights, with American, Frontier, JetBlue, and Southwest seen as top bidders
Southwest Airlines is offering a free status match for elite members of major US carriers, with fast-track requirements to extend status for 12 months. Registration is open through December 30, 2026
American Airlines has relaunched its AAdvantage status match offer for Spirit Free Spirit elite members, granting temporary Gold status with a path to higher tiers via Loyalty Points
Following Spirit Airlines' collapse in May 2026, JetBlue, Allegiant, and Breeze are rapidly expanding routes to capture market share, particularly at Spirit's former hubs like Fort Lauderdale
Allegiant Air announced 8 new routes launching from Florida in October and November 2026, including service from Fort Lauderdale to Boston, Omaha, Pittsburgh, and Kansas City
Summer domestic airfares are up 27% and award prices up nearly 25% year-over-year due to soaring fuel costs and Spirit Airlines' collapse. International fares to Europe have spiked even higher
Major US carriers including American, Delta, United, and JetBlue have added new flights and increased frequencies on routes formerly served by Spirit Airlines since its May 2 shutdown
BLS data shows U.S. airfares rose 21.6% in the first four months of 2026, with average fares hitting $308.53. Legacy carriers are maintaining higher prices despite potential fuel normalization
Southwest Airlines is launching four new routes from Las Vegas (LAS) to Boston, Knoxville, Miami, and Philadelphia in March 2027, while increasing service on dozens of other LAS and Orlando routes
Breeze Airways announced 11 new routes launching between July 2026 and Jan 2027, including 4 from Atlantic City replacing Spirit and 7 to Florida, Mexico, and the Caribbean
Spirit has refunded most cash-ticket holders but points and voucher holders face an uphill climb for reimbursement via bankruptcy court. Competitors are adding routes to fill the gap
Amex Platinum and Business Platinum cardholders who selected Spirit Airlines for their airline fee credit or 35% bonus must update their selection to an eligible carrier like AA, UA, or DL
JetBlue is offering a status match to TrueBlue Mosaic for eligible Spirit Free Spirit Silver and Gold members. Simultaneously, JetBlue is expanding its Fort Lauderdale hub with 6 new destinations and increased frequencies following Spirit's shutdown
JetBlue is launching 11 new routes from Fort Lauderdale (FLL) to replace service lost by Spirit Airlines' collapse, including new markets like Baltimore, Charlotte, and Barranquilla
Following Spirit Airlines' immediate cessation of operations, American, Delta, United, Southwest, and Frontier have announced rescue fare programs for stranded passengers. Delta and Frontier have capped discounted fares valid for five days, while American and Southwest have…
Spirit Airlines has officially ceased operations and canceled all flights following a failed government deal. The DOT has coordinated with major airlines to offer rescue fares and support for ticketholders and employees
Spirit Airlines has ceased all service immediately after running out of cash, marking the end of the budget carrier. The shutdown leaves thousands of travelers stranded and employees jobless
CEOs of Spirit, Frontier, and Avelo met with Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy to propose a $2.5 billion aid package to cover jet fuel costs, potentially involving government equity stakes
The Trump administration plans to use the Defense Production Act to lend Spirit Airlines $500 million, ultimately securing a 90% government stake in the carrier
Analysis suggests the current political and financial climate offers an ideal window for United Airlines to acquire JetBlue, citing regulatory approval odds and JetBlue's financial pressures
Spirit Airlines has requested hundreds of millions in emergency funding from the Trump administration to offset jet fuel costs, offering government equity in exchange to avoid liquidation while in Chapter 11 bankruptcy
Bloomberg reports Spirit Airlines could liquidate as early as this week, contradicting recent plans to emerge from Chapter 11 bankruptcy by early summer
Spirit Airlines has filed its Restructuring Support Agreement and Plan of Reorganization with the U.S. Bankruptcy Court, targeting an emergence from Chapter 11 by early summer 2026
