A Path for Spirit/The Chicago Drama

About this episode

The episode discusses Spirit Airlines' strategy to adapt to seasonal demand and the FAA's involvement in the competition for gate space at O'Hare.

Spirit Airlines has a plan to save itself by adjusting to seasonal demand, pivoting into more premium seats and shrinking its debt and lease obligations. Brian Sumers and Brett Snyder break down whether the move will revive the Spirit brand. Plus, the FAA is stepping in to mediate the "arms race" by American and United to win future gate space at O'Hare. Reach top leadership and decision-makers at airlines around the world by sponsoring The Air Show. We are currently booking campaigns for 202...

People in this episode

Guests: Brian Sumers, Brett Snyder

Topics covered

• Spirit Airlines
• FAA
• O'Hare
• airline industry
• premium seating
• debt reduction

Keywords

• Spirit Airlines
• FAA
• O'Hare
• premium seats
• debt
• airline competition
• gate space

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Spirit Airlines, FAA, American, United

Places: O'Hare

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