Spirit Airlines is slashing 40 routes, cutting its November schedule by 25% as it focuses on profitable flights in bankruptcy. 1,800 flight attendants are facing furloughs, about a third of the cabin crew. The airline previously filed for Chapter 11 protection due to high costs and weak demand, hiring a new VP of network planning.

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