BWI-Marshall advises Spirit Airlines passengers not to head to airport after shutdown
By Robert Sobus
Published on May 2, 2026.
The United States Department of Public Affairs (P.A.
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is urging people not to come to the airport and not to disrupt their flights. The announcement of the shutdown comes as part of the company's bankruptcy and liquidation process. The airport is also advised to contact their booking provider or credit card company for refunds.
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