Spirit Airlines' Cost-Cutting Measures Impacting Operations and Fleet Expansion

Spirit Airlines will close its crew base at Atlantic City International Airport on Sept. 1, affecting 157 pilots and flight attendants due to a decline in flights. The closure is part of a larger restructuring plan following the termination of a proposed merger with JetBlue. The decision is also linked to aircraft order deferrals and engine shortages, with the airline hoping to open a new crew base in the Northeast. Despite the closure, Spirit will continue operating flights to and from Atlantic City.