“Give me more money or I’ll keep posting them”
Godspeed Spirit
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GypsyPilot
Mohawk Town
I remember issues with the Pratt & Whitney geared turbofan engines as well. This article does a decent job of covering the various issues:
aerospaceglobalnews.com
I agree most of us are in for some pain going forward. At FedEx I’ve had to deal with a downgrade and then we had reduced hours. It sucked, but at least I got myself squared away financially. Our hours are at least back, but who knows what the future holds. Thank goodness my wife works too.
I don’t know that I’ve ever felt comfortable in this industry for a stretch longer than six months or so. Just a byproduct of being in the 9/11 lost decade generation I guess.
These pilots that have a couple of airplanes, 911 GT3s, multiple houses, etc have a lifestyle that is unfathomable to me. I still love this career, but I will never be relaxed about it until the day I retire.
Spirit Airlines: What's gone wrong and can the carrier survive?
Spirit Airlines has flagged serious concerns over its ability to survive the next 12 months. AGN looks at what's gone wrong for the LCC.
aerospaceglobalnews.com
I agree most of us are in for some pain going forward. At FedEx I’ve had to deal with a downgrade and then we had reduced hours. It sucked, but at least I got myself squared away financially. Our hours are at least back, but who knows what the future holds. Thank goodness my wife works too.
I don’t know that I’ve ever felt comfortable in this industry for a stretch longer than six months or so. Just a byproduct of being in the 9/11 lost decade generation I guess.
These pilots that have a couple of airplanes, 911 GT3s, multiple houses, etc have a lifestyle that is unfathomable to me. I still love this career, but I will never be relaxed about it until the day I retire.
CFI A&P
Exploring the world one toilet at a time.
Spirit Airlines had reached a restructuring deal with its lenders, with an assumed jet fuel cost of $2.24/gallon in 2026, and $2.14/gallon in 2027.
But, last month jet fuel costs rose 101.34% to $4.51/gallon, resulting in its shutdown.
(H/T Reuters)
It’s self explanatory. There was a lot going on over there, but you can’t plan for skyrocketing fuel prices.
Wanna?
Fuel costs, BECAUSE OF THIS OPTIONAL WAR, are kicking the entire industries ass. I'm just not going to sugar coat it.
Cruise
Well-Known Member
15 years down the tubes. Was a great ride while it lasted. Great crews, great attitudes, great schedules...will definitely miss it!
Nothing like being in your mid-50s and out on the street. Time to figure out what's next because, unfortunately, the answer isn't retirement as much as I'd like to just walk away.
Nothing like being in your mid-50s and out on the street. Time to figure out what's next because, unfortunately, the answer isn't retirement as much as I'd like to just walk away.
CoffeeIcePapers
Well-Hung Member
They were in their second bankruptcy and haven’t turned a profit since 2019. The fuel prices just accelerated the demise, unfortunately.
GypsyPilot
Mohawk Town
I’m sorry man, I just can’t imagine.
If we ever start hiring at FedEx again (supposedly there are rumors of this summer), I’ll do whatever I can to get you an interview if you want.
I’m sure others at JC will do the same at their shops, I don’t imagine you’ll be on the street very long.
CFI A&P
Exploring the world one toilet at a time.
Oh, I agree the outlook was bleak, and there was not a single smoking gun that led to their demise. However, no business can survive or even tread water when the #2 line item doubles in less than a quarter.
skypilot6
Well-Known Member
Attn: All Spirit Pilots and/or any job seekers.
Log into The Pilots Record Database (PRD) especially Spirit Guys. Sign in or create a login, REVIEW EVERY TAB FOR ACCURACY! When PRD was new Spirit was listing a lot of PIC training events as SIC. If there is something that isn't accurate submit for a correction. I don't know how long someone will be in the training office taking care of records, so the sooner the better to review this information before it's too late.
www.faa.gov
Log into The Pilots Record Database (PRD) especially Spirit Guys. Sign in or create a login, REVIEW EVERY TAB FOR ACCURACY! When PRD was new Spirit was listing a lot of PIC training events as SIC. If there is something that isn't accurate submit for a correction. I don't know how long someone will be in the training office taking care of records, so the sooner the better to review this information before it's too late.
Pilot Records Database (PRD) | Federal Aviation Administration
Pilot Records Database (PRD)
www.faa.gov