Aug. 30 (UPI) -- Spirit Airlines announced it filed for bankruptcy, less than six months after emerging from Chapter 11 reorganization.
The budget carrier said Friday it is "executing a comprehensive restructuring of the airline to position the business for long-term success." The company filed voluntary petitions for Chapter 11 in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York.
After the filing, the South Florida-headquartered airline assured customers the carrier will continue service to most current locations.
"The most important thing to know is that Spirit continues to operate and offer high-value travel options," Spirit said in a letter to all guests. "This means you can continue to book and travel with Spirit.
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