Spirit Airlines Closure Leaves Latrobe, PA Airport Without Commercial Flights
Spirit Airlines, a budget airline, ceased operations on May 2, 2026, after 34 years, leaving Arnold Palmer Regional Airport in Latrobe, Pennsylvania, without any commercial flights. The airport, located about 45 miles southeast of Pittsburgh, was solely dependent on Spirit Airlines for its commercial air service. The closure has left the airport with only private charter services, which are significantly more expensive than budget airline options. The airport is currently undergoing a $22 million terminal expansion, expected to be completed by July 1, which officials hope will attract new commercial carriers. The loss of Spirit Airlines has also impacted local businesses at the airport, including car rental services and the airport's only restaurant, DeNunzio’s, although the restaurant plans to maintain its current operations. 
