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Spirit Airlines May Face Closure: Key Information for Travellers

By aimee yang

Spirit Airlines may shut down very soon. Reports say this could happen this week. The airline has money problems due to high jet fuel costs.

Spirit has not made money since COVID-19 started in 2020. It has also filed for bankruptcy, which means it cannot pay its debts. It did this twice since late 2024. On Wednesday, Spirit said it had no comment on these reports.

Despite this, Spirit is still flying and selling tickets. However, many people in the airline industry are worried about its future. Spirit wanted to recover from its second bankruptcy by summer. It planned to reduce the number of planes and change its flight routes.

Recent increases in fuel prices are causing issues for all airlines. If Spirit stops flying, customers may lose their money. Passengers with tickets bought by credit card may get refunds. They should call their credit card companies for help. But refunds are not guaranteed. Customers should check their options and may need to be flexible when booking new flights.

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bankruptcy/ˈbæŋ.krəp.si/noun
when someone or a company cannot pay debts

debts/dɛts/noun
money that someone owes to other people

recover/rɪˈkʌvər/verb
to get better after a problem or loss

refunds/ˈriː.fʌndz/noun
money returned to a buyer for a purchase

guaranteed/ˌɡærənˈtiːd/adjective
promised; sure to be given or happen

flexible/ˈflɛksəbəl/adjective
able to change plans or adapt to new situations
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When did Spirit Airlines file for bankruptcy?
2020
2021
2024
2023
What has caused financial problems for Spirit Airlines?
Low ticket sales
High jet fuel costs
Increased competition
New regulations
How many times has Spirit Airlines filed for bankruptcy since late 2024?
Once
Twice
Three times
Never
What did Spirit Airlines say about the shutdown reports?
They confirmed it
They denied it
They had no comment
They welcomed it
What does Spirit Airlines plan to do to recover from bankruptcy?
Increase ticket prices
Reduce the number of planes
Merge with another airline
Expand its routes
What should passengers do if Spirit stops flying?
Contact their travel agents
Check social media for updates
Call their credit card companies
File a lawsuit against the airline
Spirit Airlines has made money since COVID-19 started in 2020.
Spirit Airlines plans to increase the number of planes to recover financially.
Recent increases in fuel prices are only affecting Spirit Airlines.
Passengers may not get refunds for tickets if Spirit Airlines stops flying.
Spirit Airlines had commented on the shutdown reports.
Passengers should be flexible when booking new flights if Spirit stops operations.
Spirit Airlines has not made money since the COVID-19 pandemic started in .
Spirit has filed for bankruptcy since late 2024.
The rising prices of jet fuel are affecting airlines.
If Spirit Airlines stops flying, passengers may lose their .
Passengers with tickets bought on credit cards should contact their credit card .
Customers should check their options and be when booking new flights.
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Test Your Understanding

Start Quiz
Vocabulary List:
6 words · tap to reveal
ON
Accent
bankruptcy/ˈbæŋ.krəp.si/noun
when someone or a company cannot pay debts
debts/dɛts/noun
money that someone owes to other people
recover/rɪˈkʌvər/verb
to get better after a problem or loss
refunds/ˈriː.fʌndz/noun
money returned to a buyer for a purchase
guaranteed/ˌɡærənˈtiːd/adjective
promised; sure to be given or happen
flexible/ˈflɛksəbəl/adjective
able to change plans or adapt to new situations
Vocabulary Learning

How much do you know?

When did Spirit Airlines file for bankruptcy?
2020
2021
2024
2023
What has caused financial problems for Spirit Airlines?
Low ticket sales
High jet fuel costs
Increased competition
New regulations
How many times has Spirit Airlines filed for bankruptcy since late 2024?
Once
Twice
Three times
Never
What did Spirit Airlines say about the shutdown reports?
They confirmed it
They denied it
They had no comment
They welcomed it
What does Spirit Airlines plan to do to recover from bankruptcy?
Increase ticket prices
Reduce the number of planes
Merge with another airline
Expand its routes
What should passengers do if Spirit stops flying?
Contact their travel agents
Check social media for updates
Call their credit card companies
File a lawsuit against the airline
Spirit Airlines has made money since COVID-19 started in 2020.
Spirit Airlines plans to increase the number of planes to recover financially.
Recent increases in fuel prices are only affecting Spirit Airlines.
Passengers may not get refunds for tickets if Spirit Airlines stops flying.
Spirit Airlines had commented on the shutdown reports.
Passengers should be flexible when booking new flights if Spirit stops operations.
Spirit Airlines has not made money since the COVID-19 pandemic started in .
Spirit has filed for bankruptcy since late 2024.
The rising prices of jet fuel are affecting airlines.
If Spirit Airlines stops flying, passengers may lose their .
Passengers with tickets bought on credit cards should contact their credit card .
Customers should check their options and be when booking new flights.
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