What would a Spirit Airlines shutdown mean for travelers?

A Spirit Airlines shutdown would ripple through commercial aviation, likely raising higher fares as the budget carrier exits the market, industry experts said. With a $500 million federal bailout stalling, Spirit plans to shut down as soon as Saturday unless there is an intervention, CBS News reported. Losing Spirit, known for its ultra-low fares, would likely mean costlier tickets on other airlines.

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