Spirit Airlines is preparing for significant job cuts and a reduction in flight capacity as the ultra-low-cost carrier undergoes its second restructuring in less than a year. According to a staff memo from Chief Executive Dave Davis, reviewed by CNBC, the airline will scale back its November schedule, with overall capacity expected to decline by about 25% in 2025.
Davis explained that the restructuring aims to “optimize” Spirit’s network by focusing on stronger-performing markets. However, he acknowledged the changes would directly affect staffing levels. “These evaluations will inevitably affect the size of our teams as we become a more efficient airline,” Davis wrote, noting that union leaders will be consulted in the coming weeks.
This move follows similar capacity cuts from March through June, shortly after Spirit exited its first bankruptcy earlier this year. The airline has already begun taking measures to manage costs, including furloughs and demotions for hundreds of pilots. Additionally, many flight attendants have opted for unpaid leave as the company works to stabilize operations.
Financial pressures have intensified for Spirit, which reported a $257 million loss between March and June. The airline is battling higher operating costs, softer U.S. travel demand, and increased competition, particularly after its failed merger with JetBlue Airways Corp. (NASDAQ: JBLU).
Industry analysts say Spirit’s aggressive restructuring highlights the ongoing challenges facing budget airlines in a competitive market where fuel costs, labor expenses, and consumer demand continue to fluctuate. The carrier hopes that reducing routes and tightening operations will allow it to focus resources more effectively and rebuild profitability.
With further cuts expected, employees and travelers alike are watching closely to see how Spirit Airlines’ restructuring will impact jobs, flight availability, and ticket prices in the months ahead.


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