Acquiring Company
Alphabet
Acquired Company
Spirit Airlines
Mountain ViewMiramarManufacturingInformation TechnologySoftwareAdvertisingMarketingInternetInvestment ManagementTravelTourismAirlines and AviationDescription
A US bankruptcy court has delayed approval for Alphabet Inc.'s Google to purchase internal business data from Spirit Airlines for $10 million until September 9, 2026, due to objections from the flight attendants' union. This acquisition is part of Alphabet's strategy to enhance its AI models using diverse corporate data. Spirit Airlines, now bankrupt, aims to recover some value for creditors through the sale of its data assets.
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Who acquired Spirit Airlines?
Spirit Airlines was acquired by Alphabet, based in Mountain View. The deal was reported on August 28, 2026. Alphabet Inc. is an American multinational conglomerate headquartered in Mountain View, California. Alphabet is publicly traded (GOOG) and operates in Manufacturing.
When did Alphabet acquire Spirit Airlines?
Alphabet's acquisition of Spirit Airlines was reported on August 28, 2026. A US bankruptcy court has delayed approval for Alphabet Inc.'s Google to purchase internal business data from Spirit Airlines for $10 million until September 9, 2026, due to objections from the flight attendants' union. Fundz records the date the transaction was first publicly reported, sourced from filings and company announcements.
What does Spirit Airlines do?
(NYSE: SAVE) is committed to delivering the best value in the sky. We are the leader in providing customizable travel options starting with an unbundled fare. It is privately held, operating in Travel, and is based in Miramar.
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