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Spirit Airlines cancels all flights as it shuts down

Spirit Airlines said it will wind down operations immediately and cancel all flights due to rising jet fuel costs and weak profitability.
WHO: Spirit Airlines
WHAT: Spirit Airlines announced it is shutting down operations and canceling all flights.
WHEN: May 2, 2026 at 7:27 AM ET
WHERE: Location not specified
WHY: Rising jet fuel costs and struggling profitability.
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