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Spirit Airlines shuts down after failed $500M bailout

Spirit Airlines is ceasing operations after failing to secure a $500 million bailout from the Trump administration.
WHO: Spirit Airlines
WHAT: Spirit Airlines stops operations after a failed government rescue deal.
WHEN: May 2, 2026 at 3:19 AM ET
WHERE: Location not specified
WHY: The bailout effort failed to land a $500 million rescue deal.
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