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Former Spirit workers sue over unpaid pay, benefits
Filed: May 15, 2026 at 1:00 PM ET
Summary: A lawsuit alleges former Spirit Airlines employees in Tampa are still owed pay and benefits after the carrier shut down May 2.
WHO: Former Spirit Airlines employees
WHAT: Filed a lawsuit claiming they are still owed pay and benefits
WHEN: May 15, 2026 at 12:19 PM ET
WHERE: Tampa, FL
WHY: The airline abruptly shut down on May 2, and workers allege they were not paid what they are owed for wages and benefits.
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