Spirit Airlines to Cut 200 Jobs Amid Ongoing Bankruptcy Restructuring
Broward-based Spirit Airlines, which filed for bankruptcy protection in November 2024, is laying off another 200 employees as part of its plan to reduce costs by $80 million annually. Management and operations teams—such as those involved in training and administrative support—are among those affected, with CEO Ted Christie deeming it “a necessary step” to solidify the airline’s finances. The cuts follow other workforce reductions, including pilot furloughs, voluntary extended time off for flight attendants, and the closure of three maintenance centers.
Founded on the concept of ultra-low-cost travel, Spirit built its reputation offering “unbundled” fares without in-flight meals or extras like WiFi. However, as larger airlines rolled out competing no-frills options and newcomers entered the market, Spirit’s edge began to wane. Multiple failed merger attempts—involving Frontier and JetBlue—led to a court ruling that blocked consolidation with JetBlue, further complicating Spirit’s financial situation.
Despite the restructuring, the carrier continues to operate flights from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport and Miami International Airport, aiming to maintain regular service through the Chapter 11 process. Spirit hopes to emerge from bankruptcy by the end of the first quarter of 2025, but customers may still see fewer route options and other adjustments as the airline “runs smaller” for the foreseeable future.
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