Donald Trump suggests US could buy Spirit amid bailout talks
Bankrupt low-cost airline has been in talks with the federal government for a ‘financing package’
Bankrupt low-cost airline has been in talks with the federal government for a ‘financing package’

Money would come with equity warrants that could make government majority owner of struggling discount carrier

Bondholder group remains divided over $500mn on offer from White House that would rescue bankrupt budget carrier

Current liquidation and prior restructuring procedure have cost more than $110mn combined

Uncle Sam is reportedly nearing a bailout deal with Spirit Airlines that would give the government a potential stake in the…

President Trump has said the government could buy Spirit.

US carrier says demand trends remain ‘healthy’ for current quarter despite disruptions in October and November