Spirit Airlines ending operations 'immediately' Shutdown leaves 17,000 jobs at risk and ends era of bright yellow discount jets - 15m ago - 2 - m read

Gulf News - Business - 17 minutes ago

What a traveler can do if an airline goes out of business

Orlando Sentinel - US News - 17 minutes ago

Spirit Airlines has shut down operations and cancelled all flights

Orlando Sentinel - Top Stories - 17 minutes ago

Spirit Airlines ending operations 'immediately' 14m ago - 2 - m read

Gulf News - World - 25 minutes ago

Spirit Airlines shuts down, blames cost of fuel due to Middle East war - The collapse of the first U.S. carrier due to a doubling in jet fuel prices during the two-month-old Iran war will cost thousands of jobs. News - World - | 1 hour ago

The collapse of the first U.S. carrier due to a doubling in jet fuel prices during the two-month-old Iran war will cost thousands of jobs.

CBC News - World - 32 minutes ago

Spirit Airlines ends operations, sector's 1st Iran war casualty

Low-cost U.S. carrier Spirit Airlines ceased operations on Saturday, marking the industry’s first casualty linked to the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran, after...

Daily Sabah - Business - 32 minutes ago

The airline had been in talks with the Trump administration about a $500m bailout.

The airline had been in talks with the Trump administration about a $500m bailout.

BBC News - US News - 45 minutes ago

Spirit Airlines shutting down after rescue talks collapse - The airline had been in talks with the Trump administration about a $500m bailout. 2 hrs ago - US & Canada

The airline had been in talks with the Trump administration about a $500m bailout.

BBC News - Business - 45 minutes ago

Arsenal summoning warrior spirit in fight against fatigue

Sky News - Sports - 55 minutes ago

Spirit Airlines begins 'wind-down', cancels all flights

Washington, United States: Low cost US carrier Spirit Airlines said on Saturday that all of its flights have been cancelled as it started an orderly...

Peninsula Qatar - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

Spirit Airlines shuts down, blames cost of fuel due to Middle East war

The collapse of the first U.S. carrier due to a doubling in jet fuel prices during the two-month-old Iran war will cost thousands of jobs.

CBC News - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

Spirit Airlines Shuts Down As Rescue Deal Fails: What To Know

Newsweek - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

Antonin Kinsky says Roberto de Zerbi has lifted Tottenham spirits as club fights to avoid relegation

The Straits Times - Sports - 1 hour ago

Feds to hike max fine for airlines caught violating air passenger bill of rights to $1M -- Darren Major

The federal government says it will hike the maximum fine that can be levied against airlines for repeated violations of the air passenger bill of rights to $1 million.

CBC News - Business - 2 hours ago

Spirit Airlines begins 'wind-down', cancels all flights over fuel crisis

The collapse of the US-based budget carrier due to a doubling in jet fuel prices will cost thousands of jobs.

Aljazeera - Top Stories - 2 hours ago

Feds to hike max fine for airlines caught violating air passenger bill of rights to $1M -- Politics

The federal government says it will hike the maximum fine that can be levied against airlines for repeated violations of the air passenger bill of rights to $1 million.

CBC News - Politics - 2 hours ago

Spirit Airlines is halting all flights: What you need to know for your Saturday travel

Spirit Airlines is permanently shutting down all operations as of 3:00 AM ET today, May 2, 2026. A last-minute government bailout deal with the Trump administration collapsed Friday after key...

International The News - Business - 2 hours ago

US airline shuts down, cancelling all flights

NZ Herald - Top Stories - 2 hours ago

Spirit Airlines Shuts Down After Rescue Efforts Fall Short

All flights have been canceled as Spirit halts operations, bringing a major U.S. budget airline to a sudden end after months of restructuring.

Epoch Times - US News - 2 hours ago

Second of two new Spirit of Tasmania ferries arrives in Geelong

Australian Broadcasting Corp - Top Stories - 2 hours ago

Spirit Airlines says it's going out of business after 34 years and is ending operations immediately -- The airline said on its website that all flights have been canceled and customer service is no longer available.

A person familiar with the matter said preparations were being made for a Saturday shutdown.

Boston Globe - Business - 2 hours ago

US budget carrier Spirit Airlines goes out of business after 34 years

The ultra-low cost airline which employs 17,000 people has started an ‘orderly wind-down’

Irish Times - Top Stories - 3 hours ago

Editorial: That's the Spirit! The folly of central planning

Boston Herald - Top Stories - 3 hours ago

Spirits airline makes final landing: American budget-friendly flight halts operations

Times of India - Business - 3 hours ago

Spirit Airlines shuts down, industry's first Iran war casualty

The Straits Times - US News - 3 hours ago

What to know about Spirit Airlines as it says it is 'winding down all operations'

ABC News - Top Stories - 3 hours ago

Major airline closing down after plunging into bankruptcy - all flights cancelled

Daily Express - World - 3 hours ago

Spirit Airlines shutting down after rescue talks collapse -- The airline had been in talks with the Trump administration about a $500m bailout.

The airline had been in talks with the Trump administration about a $500m bailout.

BBC News - World - 3 hours ago

Spirit Airlines shutting down after rescue talks collapse

The airline had been in talks with the Trump administration about a $500m bailout.

BBC News - Top Stories - 3 hours ago

What will a Spirit Airlines shutdown mean for travelers? -- Have tickets to fly on Spirit? Here's what to know about refunds and alternative flights as the budget airline ceases operations.

Have tickets to fly on Spirit? Here's what to know about refunds and alternative flights as the budget airline ceases operations.

CBS News - US News - 3 hours ago

'How am I supposed to get home?': Travelers rocked by Spirit shutdown

NBC News - Top Stories - 3 hours ago

Spirit Airlines ceases operations after escalating financial struggles

NPR - Business - 3 hours ago

Spirit Airlines says it's going out of business after 34 years and is ending operations immediately

New York Post - Business - 3 hours ago

Spirit Airlines begins orderly wind-down after failing to reach bailout deal

Talks with bondholders for a government bailout this week failed to yield a deal.

CNBC - Top Stories - 3 hours ago

Spirit Airlines cancels all flights, begins wind-down

All flights by the troubled US carrier Spirit Airlines have been cancelled, with the company saying it was ending operations "immediately" after talks on a government bailout faltered.

Deutsche Welle - World - 3 hours ago

Kinsky says De Zerbi has lifted Tottenham spirits as club fights to avoid relegation

Channel NewsAsia - Sports - 3 hours ago

Spirit Airlines shutting down after failed effort at government rescue deal -- The budget carrier Spirit Airlines is ceasing operations after failing to land a $500 million bailout from the Trump administration.

CBS News - US News - 3 hours ago

Spirit Airlines ceases operations after 34 years amid financial struggles and high oil prices

Guardian UK - Business - 3 hours ago

British Airways and 39 airlines cancel flights or add extra fees amid crisis - full list -- Fuel can constitute up to a quarter of operating expenses, forcing airlines to raise fares and...

Daily Express - World - 3 hours ago

Spirit Airlines shuts down after rising fuel costs worsen bankruptcy issues

Spirit employs more than 15,000 personnel, many of whom will be out of work if the airline liquidates its holdings to pay creditors.

NBC News - Top Stories - 4 hours ago

Spirit Airlines is closing down. Thousands of employees and travelers are impacted.

Spirit employs more than 15,000 personnel, many of whom will be out of work if the airline liquidates its holdings to pay creditors.

NBC News - Technology - 4 hours ago

Trump Says Administration Offered Spirit Airlines Final Proposal to Rescue Company

The president said an announcement on the result could come soon.

Epoch Times - US News - 5 hours ago

North America -- Russian director's missing Oscar found after airline refused to allow it on flight as hand luggage over 'weapon' fears

Independent.ie - World - 5 hours ago

India-UAE airfares may rise further - Fuel crisis pushes fares up, airlines warn of more increases ahead - 2 - m read

Gulf News - Top Stories - 6 hours ago

Spirit Airlines prepares to shutter after government rescue plan fizzles

The Mercury News - Top Stories - 6 hours ago

Spirit Airlines to cease operations after federal government bailout fails to materialize

Spirit Airlines received a final bailout proposal from the U.S. as President Donald Trump says the administration is "driving a tough deal" to aid the beleaguered carrier.

Fox News - Top Stories - 6 hours ago

President Trump says a Spirit bailout is still possible as doubts about the airline's survival mount

Chicago Tribune - Business - 7 hours ago

Spirit Airlines could shut down overnight. Here's what travelers need to know

What travelers who are ticketed on Spirit Airlines need to know if the carrier shuts down.

CNBC - US News - 9 hours ago

Spirit set to stop flights and cease operations TONIGHT: Confusion and fears of brawls at airports as 14,000 jobs face chop

Daily Mail - Top Stories - 9 hours ago

Spirit Airlines could shutter on Saturday -- Spirit Airlines is essentially out of available cash, so barring last-minute intervention, the company is poised to cease operations as soon as Saturday morning, potentially stranding thousands of fliers. Kris Van Cleave reports.

Spirit Airlines is essentially out of available cash, so barring last-minute intervention, the company is poised to cease operations as soon as Saturday morning, potentially stranding thousands of fliers. Kris Van Cleave reports.

CBS News - Top Stories - 10 hours ago

Airlines stand by to help Spirit customers with operations set to cease

Washington Examiner - Top Stories - 10 hours ago

Trump says a Spirit bailout still is possible as doubts about the airline's survival mount

The San Diego Union-Tribune - Politics - 10 hours ago

Spirit Airlines could shut down by Saturday

NBC News - Technology - 10 hours ago

Spirit's possible shutdown looms after bailout plans opposed by Republicans

NBC News - Business - 12 hours ago

What would a Spirit Airlines shutdown mean for travelers? -- Have tickets to fly on Spirit? Here's what to know about refunds and alternative flights if the budget airline ceases operations this weekend.

Have tickets to fly on Spirit? Here's what to know about refunds and alternative flights as the budget airline ceases operations.

CBS News - Business - 12 hours ago

Spirit Airlines Is Reportedly Moving Forward With Plan to Shut Down

Gizmodo - Science - 12 hours ago

Ottawa to Raise Maximum Airline Fines to $1M for Passenger Rights Violations

Epoch Times - World - 12 hours ago

Spirit may shut down after 'final' bailout offer from Trump admin

UPI - Top Stories - 13 hours ago

Feds to hike max fine for airlines caught violating air passenger bill of rights to $1M

The federal government says it will hike the maximum fine that can be levied against airlines for repeated violations of the air passenger bill of rights to $1 million.

CBC News - Top Stories - 13 hours ago

The Most Hated Airline in America Is About to Collapse. You're Not Going to Like What Happens When It's Gone. -- Scott Nover

Slate - Top Stories - 13 hours ago

Spirit Airlines could shut down as soon as tomorrow, source says

NBC News - US News - 13 hours ago

Spirit Airlines prepares to shut down without a government bailout

Amid rising jet fuel costs and halted government negotiations, the budget carrier Spirit Airlines could face imminent liquidation.

Los Angeles Times - Business - 13 hours ago

Trump says a 'final proposal' to rescue Spirit Airlines is under consideration

The Columbian - Business - 13 hours ago

Spirit Airlines Is Reportedly Moving Forward With Plan to Shut Down -- Bruce Gil

Gizmodo - Technology - 13 hours ago

Spirit Airlines' shutdown is looming — here's what happens if you've already booked a flight

New York Post - Top Stories - 14 hours ago

Spirit Airlines preparing to cease operations unless they get Trump bailout

New York Daily News - US News - 14 hours ago

Spirit Airlines Preparing To Shutter After Rescue Deal Falls Through: Reports

Huffington Post - Top Stories - 15 hours ago

Airline lives up to motto 'we're not happy until you're not happy'

Sydney Morning Herald - Top Stories - 15 hours ago

Trump says Spirit Airlines deal still possible after report $500M bailout fell apart

Spirit Airlines is reportedly preparing to shutter operations after a $500 million bailout deal with the Trump administration fell apart.

New York Post - Business - 16 hours ago

Airlines could face $1-million fines for passenger right violations under new rules proposed by Ottawa

Current system for dealing with offending airlines isn’t working, Transport Minister says

The Globe and Mail - Business - 16 hours ago

Trump says he's still considering a taxpayer-funded deal to bail out Spirit Airlines

President Donald Trump says he’s still looking at a taxpayer-funded takeover of Spirit Airlines. “We’re looking at it. If we could do it, we’ll do it. But only if it’s a good deal,” Trump …

Bay to Bay News - US News - 16 hours ago

Feds to hike max fine for airlines abusing passenger protection regulations to $1M

Toronto Star - Business - 17 hours ago

United Airlines cuts more than 100 daily flights at O'Hare after FAA mandate

Chicago Sun-Times - Top Stories - 17 hours ago

Spirit Airlines could shut down as soon as Saturday -- Negotiations over a $500 million dollar government aid package for Spirit stalled after bondholders balked at the terms.

Negotiations over a $500 million dollar government aid package for Spirit stalled after bondholders balked at the terms.

CBS News - Politics - 18 hours ago

British Airways shamed as shock study finds even North Korean airline offers more legroom

Daily Express - World - 18 hours ago

Spirit Airlines Reportedly Preparing To Shut Down As Government Bailout Plan Falls Apart

International Business Times - Top Stories - 18 hours ago

Spirit Airlines preparing to shut down after government bailout falls through

Independent UK - Top Stories - 18 hours ago

Rival Washington Spirit is on winning streak and up next for Orlando Pride

Orlando Sentinel - Top Stories - 19 hours ago

Missing Oscar found after Academy Award winner blocked from taking it on flight -- The airline said the Academy Award was safely in its care in Frankfurt and was arranging its return.

The airline said the Academy Award was safely in its care in Frankfurt and was arranging its return.

BBC News - Entertainment - 20 hours ago

Major airline threatens to press charges against passengers caught filming crew without consent

New York Post - Top Stories - 20 hours ago

Ryanair CEO issues 'no 100% guarantee' warning as jet fuel crisis looms -- The Ryanair CEO believes some airlines may go bust within months over soaring jet fuel costs.

Daily Express - World - 22 hours ago

Exclusive-SpaceX spending on Starship tops $15 billion in rush for airline-like rocketry

WASHINGTON, May 1 : SpaceX has spent more than $15 billion developing its next-generation Starship rocket, according to the company’s IPO registration reviewed by Reuters, a sum that dwarfs the cost of its workhorse Falcon rocket as Elon Musk’s space company nears a decade trying to perfect a fully reusable laun

Channel NewsAsia - Business - 1 day ago

Pro-Life Flight Attendant Is Paid $1 Million, Ending 9-Year Battle With Airline, Union

Epoch Times - US News - 1 day ago

Government hikes jet fuel prices by 5% for international airlines

Times of India - Business - 1 day ago

Jet Fuel Price for Intl Airlines Hiked by 5 Pc, Second Straight...

Deccan Chronicle - Business - 1 day ago

Japan Airlines to trial humanoid robots at Tokyo's Haneda airport to load baggage

Tokyo's Haneda Airport is beginning a trial of humanoid robots in airport ground services amid chronic labor challenges and a rapidly ageing workforce.

CNBC - Technology - 1 day ago

UK Airlines Race to Secure Jet Fuel as Summer Travel Crisis Looms

OilPrice.com - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Trump adviser indicates U.S.-Spirit bailout talks still underway, report says

Orlando Sentinel - Politics - 1 day ago

WATCH: Japan Airlines turns to humanoid robots to handle baggage

Japan Airlines is experimenting with humanoid robot baggage handlers using “cutting-edge” AI technology at airports starting this month.

CTV News - Science - 1 day ago

The last time Trump bought an airline, it didn't end well. Now, budget carriers are asking him for help

Apple Valley News Now - US News - 1 day ago

Should the federal government save Spirit Airlines? -- Talking Points -- Trump is considering a bailout for the troubled airline -- Joel Mathis, The Week US

The Week - Business - 1 day ago

Etched with Argentine folklore and fueled by the rap batallas of Buenos Aires, Milo J's songs call upon the cumulative spirit of the centuries.

NPR - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Should the federal government save Spirit Airlines? -- Talking Points -- Trump is considering a bailout for the troubled airline

The Week - US News - 1 day ago

American Airlines Restarts Flights to Venezuela From Miami After 7 Years

Epoch Times - US News - 1 day ago

Audrey Spillman's musical and spiritual journey led her to peace, and inspiration

Christian Science Monitor - Entertainment - 1 day ago

United Airlines flight reports midair drone scare near Southern California airport

Los Angeles: A United Airlines flight on Wednesday reported a drone collision scare in the airspace near a Southern California airport, according to a...

Peninsula Qatar - US News - 2 days ago

United flight reports close call with drone just before landing in San Diego -- A United Airlines flight from San Francisco reported a close call with a drone as it was approaching to land in San Diego, authorities said.

A United Airlines flight from San Francisco reported a close call with a drone as it was approaching to land in San Diego, authorities said.

CBS News - Technology - 2 days ago

American Airlines Restricts Power Banks Amid Lithium Battery Concerns

American Airlines limits power banks to two per passenger and requires visibility on flights to reduce lithium battery fire risks.

International Business Times - Business - 2 days ago

What Spirit Airlines' rise and fall tells us about the future of cheap flights

NPR - Business - 2 days ago

A United Airlines jetliner taxis to a runway for take off from Denver International Airport Monday, March 23, 2026, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Global shortages of aircraft mechanics and commercial airline pilots could translate to civilian career opportunities for members of the military.

Military.com - US News - 2 days ago

Major airline closing down forever as all flights cancelled - in business since 1963

Daily Express - World - 2 days ago

Budget airlines ask federal government for $2.5B in aid tied to rising jet fuel costs

Budget airlines including Frontier and Avelo are reportedly seeking $2.5 billion in federal assistance amid rising jet fuel costs, according to a new report.

Fox News - Business - 2 days ago

Rise of the AI-rport robots! Japan Airlines is using humanoid baggage handlers to load luggage on and off flights

Daily Mail - Science - 2 days ago

Jet fuel prices capped after airlines threaten to halt flights

Independent UK - World - 2 days ago

Spirit Airlines tried to be the Dollar General of the skies. Then the big airlines beat it at its own game

NPR - Politics - 2 days ago

Looting Lebanon Is Not Surprising. The Spirit of the IDF Is the Spirit of Israel

Haaretz - Opinion - 3 days ago

Panic in India as entire airline industry 'on brink of collapse'

Daily Express - World - 3 days ago

'Wicked' star Marissa Bode says airline that denied her boarding wants to make things more accessible

Los Angeles Times - Top Stories - 4 days ago

United Airlines drops merger pursuit with American, CEO Kirby details why

United CEO Scott Kirby says his vision for a merger with American Airlines would have added jobs and routes, but the rival declined to engage on a deal.

Fox News - Business - 4 days ago

United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby says a tie-up with American Airlines would be good for travelers

The Baltimore Sun - Business - 4 days ago

Ryanair issues closing down statement for major travel hub - flight update -- The budget airline has issued a major update on its operations, warning of significant changes...

Daily Express - World - 4 days ago

What's going on with Spirit Airlines and could the White House bail them out?

Guardian UK - Business - 4 days ago

Major European airline plunges into administration - all flights cancelled

Daily Express - World - 5 days ago

Airline collapses into bankruptcy - Panic as £400m rescue deal needed

Daily Express - World - 5 days ago

Major airlines cancel 34 flights with 272 more delayed as hundreds left stranded

Daily Express - World - 5 days ago

The limits of power: why American materialism falters against the Iranian spirit

Tehran Times - Top Stories - 5 days ago

US considers using defense production act for Spirit bailout

Boston Herald - Business - 6 days ago

Chernobyl's radioactive landscape is a testament to nature's resilience and survival spirit

New York Daily News - World - 6 days ago

Trump considers a taxpayer takeover of Spirit Airlines and would aim to resell carrier

Boston Herald - Business - 8 days ago

Spirit confirms cash is running short and tells judge airline is in 'very advanced' bailout talks

Orlando Sentinel - Business - 8 days ago

American Airlines CEO says merger with United would be 'bad for customers'

Fox News - Business - 8 days ago

'I Hadn't Anticipated Developing Empathy for Them, But You Can See How the Conspirituality Belief System Also Serves as a Set of Coping Mechanisms'

Byline Times - Politics - 10 days ago

Can sustainable aviation fuel save airlines from fuel insecurity?

As we head towards carbon-neutral aviation in 2050, the sustainable aviation fuel industry is set to boom. We spoke to a key innovator to learn more.

Euronews - Business - 12 days ago

Is Hurry the Great Enemy of Spiritual Life?

The Atlantic - Technology - 13 days ago

Spirit could disappear from the skies as fuel costs rise. See how it rose from a trucking company to a low-cost giant.

Business Insider - US News - 15 days ago

San Diego wine lovers: Southwest Airlines has a new perk for you

The San Diego Union-Tribune - Business - 16 days ago

United Airlines' centenary marked at Irish airport

Irish Post - Business - 17 days ago

PHOTOS: Denver Summit FC's inaugural NWSL home opener vs. the Washington Spirit at Empower Field at Mile High

The Denver Post - Top Stories - 1 month ago

Focus -- God in the machine? People use chatbots as spiritual advisers.

Christian Science Monitor - Science - 2 months ago

FAA Warns Airlines About Safety Risks From Rocket Launches, Urges "Extreme Caution"

ProPublica - Technology - 3 months ago

Controversial airline bailout in Spain reignited following President and CEO's arrest

Euractiv - Politics - 4 months ago

Bingo combines holiday fun and doing good for others, capturing the spirit of the season

Toronto Star - Entertainment - 4 months ago

What medical conditions can airlines reasonably ask a passenger about?

Plane Talk: As a former BBC editor is denied boarding due to his lack of a medical note, the health requirements for flying appear to be under scrutiny

Independent UK - Health - 6 months ago

In Guadeloupe, 'Creole gardens' give climate lessons in a spirit of solidarity

Global Voices - Science - 1 year ago

Are Ghosts and Angels Real? 28 Times Spirits Were Allegedly Caught on Camera

For decades, photographers have claimed to have captured images of ghosts and angels.

Inside Edition - Weird - 1 year ago

'Foreign metal objects' led to the crash of Azerbaijan Airlines flight, preliminary report shows

" ... Putin apologized for the tragic incident occurring in Russian airspace, expressed his deep and sincere condolences to the families of the victims ... but no responsibility for the crash was taken."

Global Voices - World - 1 year ago

Brendon McCullum: Steve Smith will live to regret Ben Stokes dismissal... he missed chance to strike blow for spirit of cricket

Daily Mail - Opinion - 1 year ago