Spirit Airlines Bringing Hundreds of Jobs to Houston with New Crew Base Cleared for Launch

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Spirit Airlines (NYSE: SAVE) announced the establishment of a new Pilot and Flight Attendant crew base at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), set to accommodate 150 pilots and 300 flight attendants this fall. This expansion follows the recent addition of an aircraft maintenance facility in Houston. Spirit aims to enhance its operational capabilities and support its route map growth, with plans to accept 24 new aircraft in 2022, increasing its fleet to 197. The strategic location in Houston will facilitate better service and talent recruitment.

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• Establishment of a new crew base in Houston, expected to employ approximately 450 staff.
• Plans to accept 24 new aircraft in 2022, increasing total fleet to 197.
• Expansion supports new destinations, enhancing operational capabilities.

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About 150 Pilots and 300 Flight Attendants to be based in Houston

MIRAMAR, Fla., July 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Three months after announcing the addition of an aircraft maintenance facility and 50 new jobs in Houston, Spirit Airlines (NYSE: SAVE) today announced it's going even bigger with the addition of a new Pilot and Flight Attendant crew base at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Spirit expects to locate about 150 Pilots and about 300 Flight Attendants in Houston starting this fall, with additional crew, supervisors and support functions to follow.

The two investments aim to support the many exciting new destinations coming soon to Spirit's route map and support the airline's growing Fit Fleet^®, which is one of the youngest and most fuel-efficient fleets in the industry. Spirit plans to accept 24 brand new planes in 2022, bringing its fleet total to 197 aircraft, and 33 more new planes are planned for delivery in 2023.

Crew bases are the various airport stations where commercial Pilots and Flight Attendants normally begin and end their duty periods. The new IAH crew base will join Spirit's existing crew bases in Atlanta (ATL), Atlantic City (ACY), Chicago (ORD), Dallas (DFW), Detroit (DTW), Fort Lauderdale (FLL), Las Vegas (LAS), Miami (MIA) and Orlando (MCO).

Houston is perfectly suited for a new crew base because of its strategic location within Spirit's network, and it will complement Spirit's diverse mix of domestic and international flight activity out of IAH. Houston also provides exceptional talent recruitment opportunities to augment the airline's growing ranks and offers Team Members a vibrant metropolis to call home.

"This year marks our tenth anniversary in Houston, and it's the perfect time to celebrate this expansion that will bolster the foundation of our operation as our airline continues to grow," said Nick Bartolotta, Vice President of Operations and Crew Planning for Spirit Airlines. "Houston is a key international gateway in our flight network, and we greatly appreciate the strong partnership with the city and airport that helped make this opportunity a reality."

In addition to these investments, Spirit continues to invest in convenient and affordable travel options for Houstonians. Guests can travel from Houston to 16 domestic and seven international destinations, including daily, nonstop service to Monterrey, Mexico (MTY) scheduled to begin this fall.

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There is no limit to how fast and how far you can grow within Spirit. We're growing and hiring Pilots, Flight Attendants and Aviation Maintenance Technicians. Visit spirit.com/careers for information.

Recognition
Spirit was recognized by Forbes as one of America's Best Employers for Diversity 2022 following its active efforts to create and celebrate a diverse workplace environment. The carrier also won "Best Airport Innovation" in the 2021 APEX/IFSA Awards for its groundbreaking self-bag drop system with biometric photo matching, which speeds up the check-in process and reduces face-to-face contact. Spirit also recently received the FAA's "Aviation Maintenance Technician Diamond Award of Excellence" for the fourth consecutive year. 

About Spirit Airlines: 
Spirit Airlines (NYSE: SAVE) is committed to delivering the best value in the sky. We are the leader in providing customizable travel options starting with an unbundled fare. This allows our Guests to pay only for the options they choose — like bags, seat assignments and refreshments — something we call À La Smarte^®. We make it possible for our Guests to venture further and discover more than ever before. Our Fit Fleet^® is one of the youngest and most fuel-efficient in the U.S. We serve destinations throughout the U.S., Latin America and the Caribbean, and are dedicated to giving back and improving those communities. Come save with us at spirit.com.

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SOURCE Spirit Airlines, Inc.

FAQ

What is the new crew base announcement by Spirit Airlines about?

Spirit Airlines announced the opening of a new Pilot and Flight Attendant crew base in Houston, accommodating around 450 staff.

How many new aircraft does Spirit Airlines plan to add in 2022?

Spirit Airlines plans to accept 24 new aircraft in 2022, increasing its fleet total to 197.

When will the new crew base in Houston start operating?

The new crew base in Houston is expected to start operations in fall 2022.

How many pilots and flight attendants will be based in Houston?

Approximately 150 pilots and 300 flight attendants will be based in Houston.

What is the significance of Houston for Spirit Airlines?

Houston serves as a strategic location for Spirit Airlines, complementing its flight network and enhancing talent recruitment opportunities.