Spirit Airlines' plans to launch flights at Tulum International Airport (TQO) have faced a roadblock as it has been discovered that the carrier has withdrawn these services from their itinerary. The choice was made in the middle of continuous problems with Pratt & Whitney engines, which have interrupted business operations.
Spirit Airlines had planned to launch additional flights to Tulum from Orlando International Airport (MCO) and Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL), two of the airline's major hubs, on March 28. But as the airline deals with engine problems, these plans have been shelved.
It was much anticipated that services would be introduced to Tulum, particularly once the airport was opened to foreign airlines. Spirit Airlines has delayed the launch of its international services, even though its domestic flights within Mexico have been running since December.
The main cause of the setback is believed to be persistent issues with Pratt & Whitney's PW1100G engines, which are used to power Spirit Airlines' Airbus A320neo fleet. Recently, Pratt & Whitney found contaminants in the engine's high-pressure turbine disks' raw material, which could lead to early cracks and failures.
Spirit Airlines and other airlines have grounded a sizable section of their A320neo fleet in response to these concerns in order to facilitate FAA-mandated inspections. The airline's expansion plans have been disrupted and operational limitations have resulted from this process, which can take up to eight weeks for each aircraft.
Spirit Airlines is trying to provide impacted passengers refunds or other flight choices after being forced to cancel its scheduled trips to Tulum. The airline reminds passengers of its dedication to safety and operational integrity while acknowledging the inconvenience caused.
Regarding the future, Spirit Airlines expects to continue on a level or moderate growth trajectory in its capacity through 2024, limited by the difficulties presented by fleet management and engine problems. Notwithstanding these difficulties, the airline is committed to providing its customers with dependable and effective services while resolving operational issues.
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