R.I.P. Spirit Airlines

May 4
18 mins

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Episode Description

Spirit Airlines ceased operations on Saturday after a possible government bailout plan fell apart. WSJ’s Alison Sider reports on the company’s challenging last few years and what the end of Spirit means for travelers. Jessica Mendoza hosts.

Further Listening:

- Why Air Travel Costs Will Continue to Rise

- How Spirit Airlines Landed in Bankruptcy

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