A Spirit A319 [Credit: AirlineGeeks/William Derrickson]
Key Takeaways:
Spirit Airlines is reportedly preparing to shut down after failing to reach a rescue deal for emergency aid from the Trump administration.
The deal collapsed because Spirit's creditors were unwilling to accept terms that would give the federal government stakes in the airline, fearing it would devalue their claims.
A potential closure would result in thousands of job losses and the automatic cancellation of existing ticket bookings for customers.
According to the Journal, Spirit was unable to reach a deal for emergency aid from the Trump administration that also satisfied its creditors. It was not immediately clear Friday if the talks are over, or if the various parties might return to the negotiating table.
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Zach Vasile is a writer and editor covering news in all aspects of aviation. He has reported for and contributed to the Manchester Journal Inquirer, the Hartford Business Journal, the Charlotte Observer, and the Washington Examiner, with his area of focus being the intersection of business and government policy.
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