Originally Posted by
Noisecanceller
The thing is that people literally don’t want to fly on us.
as a commuter that works for a legacy, I’ve used Spirit quite a few times. I have to say that the pilots, FAs, and Gate Agents are absolutely wonderful to me. Like, fantastically nice and helpful.
while standing at the gate, doing the people watching, I can honestly say that I’ve never seen so many hairnets and onesies (camo onesies, even). Add in some fluffy slippers and the picture is complete.
I’ve also, on more than one occasion, seen people get charged for carry on luggage during the boarding process, and every single time the customer is flabbergasted at the price for their two small bags ($180-ish, if I remember correctly). I know the pricing is listed when you buy a ticket, and I’m not saying the customer is right, but when that happens, it becomes pretty clear that the pricing model (from a consumer standpoint) only works if you have nothing to bring.
Why spend $200 on tickets, then have to spend another $200 on luggage (each way), when you could have just bought a ticket on another major carrier and have a better overall experience? One couple next to me got a sprite and some hummus/chips and it was like $15. Amusement Park pricing.
anyway, I really hope it all works out for all you Spirit employees. I have nothing but good to say about any of you I’ve ever come across.