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Spirit Airlines Announces Restructuring Support Agreement and Plan of Reorganization
Emergence from Chapter 11 expected by early summer
Mar. 14, 2026 at 2:40am
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Spirit Aviation Holdings, Inc., parent company of Spirit Airlines, LLC, announced that it will be filing a Restructuring Support Agreement (the "RSA") and Plan of Reorganization (the "Plan") with the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York. This milestone reflects continued support from the Company's DIP lenders and secured noteholders and outlines the financial framework for Spirit's expected emergence from Chapter 11 by early summer.
Why it matters
Spirit's restructuring plan aims to reinforce its position as America's leading value carrier by rightsizing its fleet, optimizing its network, expanding premium product offerings, and strengthening its financial position. This is a critical step for the airline as it navigates the challenges of the post-pandemic travel landscape.
The details
The key elements of Spirit's restructuring plan include: reducing its fleet to 76-80 Airbus A320/321ceo aircraft by Q3 2026, aligning its network with consumer demand and focusing on its strongest routes, expanding its Spirit First and Premium Economy products, and reducing its debt and lease obligations from $7.4 billion pre-filing to approximately $2 billion post-emergence.
- Spirit will file the RSA and Plan with the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York on March 13, 2026.
- Spirit expects to emerge from Chapter 11 by early summer 2026.
The players
Spirit Aviation Holdings, Inc.
The parent company of Spirit Airlines, LLC.
Spirit Airlines, LLC
An American ultra-low-cost carrier and the main operating subsidiary of Spirit Aviation Holdings, Inc.
Dave Davis
The President and Chief Executive Officer of Spirit Airlines.
What they’re saying
“We are pleased to achieve another milestone that reflects the confidence our lenders and noteholders have in our future, with our plan better positioning Spirit to continue delivering value to American consumers.”
— Dave Davis, President and Chief Executive Officer
What’s next
The judge in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York will review and approve the Restructuring Support Agreement and Plan of Reorganization, paving the way for Spirit to emerge from Chapter 11 by early summer 2026.
The takeaway
Spirit's restructuring plan aims to strengthen the airline's financial position, optimize its operations, and enhance its product offerings, positioning it to better compete as a leading value carrier in the post-pandemic travel market.
