Spirit Airlines has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, aiming to restructure its debt and achieve long-term financial stability. The airline reassured passengers that operations will continue as normal during the bankruptcy process, allowing travelers to book and fly without interruptions, use tickets and loyalty points, and benefit from existing programs. Spirit also stated that the proceedings, expected to conclude in early 2025, will not impact holiday travel. However, industry experts, including “The Points Guy” founder Brian Kelly, warn that passengers may still face challenges. Spirit has already reduced routes, announced pilot furloughs, and plans to sell aircraft, which could lead to disrupted travel plans in 2025. Travelers who book flights far in advance may experience significant schedule changes or cancellations. While U.S. Department of Transportation rules entitle passengers to refunds for canceled flights, last-minute cancellations could result in costly and inconvenient alternatives. Spirit's survival depends heavily on maintaining customer confidence, as further loss of bookings could exacerbate its financial troubles. While the airline assures travelers of minimal impact, future disruptions may affect long-term travel reliability. #airlineindustry #airlines #airline #spiritairlines #spirit #bankruptcy #us #united states #thesocialtalks
