Spirit Airlines files for bankruptcy, see New Orleans flights | News

On November 19, 2024By Littum

Spirit Airlines said Monday it will file for bankruptcy protection following the drop in travel during the pandemic and losses after its proposed merger with JetBlue failed earlier this year, It was reported by the Associated Press.

Spirit offers more than two dozen flights out of New Orleans’ Louis Armstrong International Airport to destinations including Orlando, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Seattle and New York. International destinations from New Orleans airport include San Jose, Costa Rica; Medellin, Colombia; and Cancun, Mexico.

In a statement Monday, Spirit President and CEO Ted Christie described the Chapter 11 bankruptcy reorganization as a “proactive step” and said it would not affect ticket holders or its loyalty program.

“You can continue to book and fly now and in the future,” Christe wrote. “We also want to assure you that you can use all tickets, credits and loyalty points as normal.”