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May 7, 2026 · 31m

What the End of Spirit Airlines Means for the Future of Flying

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When Spirit Airlines shut down over the weekend, it brought an end to a company that had revolutionized air travel in the United States with its ultra-low-cost approach. Niraj Chokshi, who covers aviation for The New York Times, discussed why the company unraveled and whether those problems could spread to other airlines. And Lynsea Garrison, a producer for “The Daily,” spoke to a Spirit flight attendant about what the airline represented. Guest: Niraj Chokshi, a reporter at The New York Times covering aviation, rail and other transportation industries. Colleen Burns, a flight attendant for Spir...

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