Spirit Airlines has filed for fresh bankruptcy protection months after emerging from a Chapter 11 reorganization. The budget carrier said on Friday that it would continue operating as normal during the voluntary restructuring, and customers still can book trips and use tickets. Spirit’s parent company recently expressed “substantial doubt” about its financial future, citing weak demand for domestic leisure travel and ongoing market challenges. Despite cost-cutting efforts, including pilot furloughs, Spirit says it needs more cash and may sell aircraft and real estate. The airline is also trying to attract upscale travelers with tiered pricing and additional amenities.
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