Trump Administration Announces Relief Plan After Spirit Airlines Shutdown
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- Category: United States
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-05-02 09:53 UTC
- Sources: The Hill
The Department of Transportation unveiled a plan to help travelers stranded by the abrupt shutdown of Spirit Airlines, after a proposed government bailout fell through. United, Delta, and Southwest will cap ticket prices for customers rebooking canceled flights, according to Secretary Sean Duffy. The measure aims to mitigate disruption for thousands of passengers.