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It’s Not Just Spirit: These Budget Airlines Are ‘Burning Cash’—Putting Low-Cost Fares At Risk
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May 5, 2026
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2:50Now PlayingThe jet fuel crisis was the straw that broke Spirit Airlines’ back, but other budget airlines are also struggling to be profitable and losing market share—a potential warning for cost-conscious travelers, aviation experts tell Forbes.
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