Why is Spirit canceling so many flights right now?

Reports point to staffing shortages that disrupt crew scheduling and aircraft rotations. Without backup crews, a delay can spread across the day. Florida bases like Fort Lauderdale and Orlando are most exposed, so one weak crew line can trigger many cancellations before the schedule resets.

How do Spirit Airlines cancellations affect SAVE stock?

They hit sentiment first, then revenue and costs. More cancellations can reduce completed flights, add refunds, and push customers to rivals. Investors watch completion rates and customer updates each day. Faster recovery tends to support the stock, while prolonged disruption often adds downside risk.

Can Spirit rebook me on another airline if my flight is canceled?

In most cases, no. Spirit has limited or no broad interline agreements with other carriers, so agents cannot easily place you on a different airline. You may need to wait for the next available Spirit flight or seek a refund, which can extend travel delays.

Is Spirit Airlines in bankruptcy right now?

Yes. Spirit is operating under Chapter 11, which allows the airline to keep flying while it restructures. The process aims to stabilize cash and reduce costs. For travelers and investors, the most important signal of progress is improved on time performance and fewer cancellations.

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SAVE Stock Today: Staffing Crunch Triggers 250+ Cancellations — February 20

ByHuzaifa Zahoor February 20, 2026February 20, 2026

Spirit Airlines cancellations have topped 250 since Feb. 13 due to staffing shortages, with Fort Lauderdale and Orlando hit hardest. The carrier is in Chapter 11, and reliability is now the key investor focus. For traders, shares of SAVE are highly sensitive to daily operations. With no broad rebooking options on other airlines, the travel fallout can grow if disruptions persist today. We break down airport impact, balance sheet context, and what to watch for SAVE stock into the weekend.