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How the collapse of Spirit Airlines is impacting travelers

Season 2026 Episode 92 | 6m 32s

Spirit Airlines has officially shut down. The low-cost airline went out of business this weekend after 34 years. It’s left members of the flying public in a tricky bind and the larger industry with some serious questions. Stephanie Sy has our look at how we got here and what comes next for consumers.

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