Spirit Airlines has a rich history that dates back to 1964 when it was established as the Clippert Trucking Company in Michigan. It wasn't until 1980 that the company ventured into air travel, initially focusing on air charter operations under the name Charter One. The airline began its scheduled service from Boston and Providence, Rhode Island, to Atlantic City during this period.

One significant milestone in Spirit Airlines' history occurred on May 29, 1992, when Charter One introduced jet aircraft into its fleet and rebranded itself as Spirit Airlines. Initially headquartered in Eastpointe, Michigan (formerly East Detroit) in Metro Detroit, the airline later moved its headquarters to its current location in Miramar, Florida, in 1999.

In 2007, Spirit Airlines embarked on a strategic shift towards a Low-Cost business model. This move involved unbundling amenities from the main ticket price, which is commonly referred to as a "no-frills" approach. Today, Spirit Airlines is known for operating over 700 daily flights to more than 75 destinations across the USA, Central America, South America, and the Caribbean.

To support its operations, the airline boasts a modern, all-Airbus fleet comprising over 190 single-aisle aircraft from the A320 family. This growing fleet underscores Spirit Airlines' commitment to providing efficient and reliable service to its passengers while staying true to its low-cost business model.

Where We Are Now:

At the end of the 2023 calendar year, Spirit Airlines proudly maintains a diverse team of over 6,200 dedicated Flight Attendants. Our talented team members are stationed across ten crew bases strategically located within our growing route network. As Spirit Airlines steadfastly pursues its mission to "Deliver the Best Value in the Sky and Be the Most Successful Airline on Earth!", we invite you to explore our crew bases listed below:

Local 37: MCO & MIA Local 73: LAS Local 74: DFW & IAH Local 76: ACY & DTW Local 77: ATL & ORD Local 78: FLL

Stronger Together | Better Together:

In the year 2000, a significant decision was made by 352 Spirit Airlines Flight Attendants to come together and establish a Union. The Association of Flight Attendants was chosen to be the official representative of these dedicated individuals. This marked the beginning of a new era in the relationship between the Flight Attendants and the company.

After several years of negotiations and discussions, our inaugural Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) was finally signed between Spirit Airlines and AFA-CWA. This landmark agreement officially came into effect on August 7, 2007, setting the stage for a more structured and equitable working relationship between the Flight Attendants and the airline.

The Association of Flight Attendants (AFA-CWA) is deeply committed to proudly representing Spirit Airlines' First Responders - the Flight Attendants. As your Spirit AFA-CWA Union leadership, we stand as your staunch advocates, unwavering in our dedication to upholding the integrity of our Collective Bargaining Agreement and ensuring the fair treatment of all Flight Attendants under our representation.

Our core values of honesty, integrity, and transparency are fundamental to us. We hold these principles in high regard as we diligently work to protect the rights and well-being of each and every Flight Attendant. Striving to create an environment where every individual is treated with the utmost respect is central to our mission.