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Fan Seeks to Crowdfund Purchase of Defunct Spirit Airlines

Updated 2026-05-05 15:50 UTC 1 source Neutral

Hunter Peterson, a devoted fan of defunct budget airline Spirit Airlines, is attempting to buy the company through crowdfunding. His campaign has garnered significant attention and support online.

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Rolling Stone

Spirit Went Under. Now a Fan Is Trying to Buy the Airline — With a Little Help from the Internet

Spirit Airlines superfan Hunter Peterson is hoping to crowdfund a purchase of the defunct budget airline

2026-05-05 15:35 UTC