Spirit Airlines prepares to shut down after government bailout collapses

Spirit Airlines is preparing to cease operations after a last-ditch effort to secure a $500 million federal rescue package fell apart, according to people familiar with the matter.

Spirit Airlines prepares to shut down after government bailout collapses

TL;DR

  • Spirit Airlines is preparing to cease operations.
  • A last-ditch effort was made to secure a $500 million federal rescue package.
  • This effort to obtain the federal aid has fallen apart.
  • Sources familiar with the matter revealed this information.