Spirit Airlines has officially ceased all operations, grounding every flight and leaving passengers in a precarious situation. This collapse follows the airline's second bankruptcy filing in August 2023, after failed negotiations for a proposed $500 million government bailout. All flights have been cancelled, and customer service is no longer operational, forcing stranded passengers to find alternative travel options at their own expense.

Passengers who booked directly will receive automatic refunds, while those who used travel agents should contact them for assistance. However, individuals who used vouchers or loyalty points may face a lengthy and uncertain compensation process through bankruptcy proceedings. Credit card users are advised to initiate chargebacks for unreimbursed services, as this is the most reliable method for recovering funds.

Unfortunately, loyalty points from the Free Spirit program are expected to become worthless following the airline's closure. Additionally, with Spirit's low-cost fares no longer available, analysts predict that airfares across overlapping routes will increase, impacting travelers looking to rebook their flights.