Law firm probes WARN Act claims after Spirit Airlines abruptly shuts down, laying off 17,000 workers.

Spirit Airlines suddenly ceased operations on May 2, 2026, canceling all flights and leaving about 17,000 employees jobless. Edelson Lechtzin LLP is investigating whether Spirit violated the WARN Act, which requires 60 days' notice before mass layoffs. The firm is exploring a class action lawsuit to help affected employees seek compensation for lack of proper notice. Former Spirit workers are advised to preserve employment documents and contact the law firm for potential claims.