Duffy outlines federal relief as Spirit Airlines shuts down, citing a creditor-driven collapse and promising passenger/crew reim
US Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy says the Trump administration was “not surprised” by Spirit Airlines’ abrupt shutdown, describing it as driven by a creditor issue. In response, the DOT announced relief measures for stranded passengers and crew, including guarantees tied to a reserve fund and reimbursement steps following the carrier’s final action.