Spirit Has Virus Protection -- Market Talk
11:20 AM ET 2/6/20 | Dow Jones
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11:20 ET - Spirit Airlines CEO Ted Christie says coronavirus isn't hurting demand, but the airline has contingency plans should there be any domestic outbreak. Spirit has 27 "unencumbered" jets, which are easier to park without seeking backing from lenders, and it's leisure-focused network can be rejigged faster than network carriers more reliant on business passengers. The biggest current headwind is potential Airbus jet delivery delays in 2021. ([email protected]; [MENTION=27313]Doug[/MENTION]cameron)
from the conference call 2/6