Trump says government gave ‘final’ bailout proposal for Spirit Airlines as liquidation looms


Spirit Airlines airplanes sit parked at Fort Lauderdale – Hollywood International Airport, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, U.S., April 23, 2026.

Marco Bello | Reuters

The Trump administration gave a “final” bailout proposal for Spirit Airlines as the budget carrier could be forced to liquidate without a lifeline.

Talks with bondholders for a government bailout this week have not yet yielded a deal.

Spirit declined to comment on liquidation plans.

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