Spirit had sought bankruptcy protection in August 2025 in a bid to avert financial collapse Get Travel Insider with Simon Calder. A newsletter packed with tips, deals, inspiration, and the latest travel news Get the Travel Insider newsletter with Simon Calder Get the Travel Insider newsletter with Simon Calder Email * SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our Privacy notice Spirit Airlines ' fate was sealed in a New York bankruptcy court