Several Spirit Airlines workers said they were told operations were fine hours before the shutdown, leaving many stranded in cities and scrambling for next steps.
HOUSTON — Spirit Airlines abruptly shut down operations early Saturday, ending more than three decades in business and leaving thousands of employees without jobs.
The airline ceased operations at 3 a.m., canceling all flights and effectively halting service nationwide. Travelers with tickets were advised not to come to the airport, while customer service lines went unanswered and check-in counters sat empty.
Roughly 17,000 employees nationwide were impacted by the shutdown.
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