Core Insights - Frontier Airlines is strategically launching 20 new routes, with fares starting as low as $29, to capitalize on the financial difficulties faced by Spirit Airlines [1][2] - The airline's CEO, Barry Biffle, emphasized the importance of maintaining affordable flight options for consumers as industry capacity adjusts [2][3] - Frontier's stock experienced a 29% increase following Spirit's announcement of financial troubles, which included a reported second-quarter loss of $246 million [4][5] Route Expansion - Frontier announced new routes from Fort Lauderdale to several cities including Baltimore, Charlotte, Dallas/Fort Worth, Detroit, Chicago, and Houston, starting in late November [1][2] - Additionally, six routes from Detroit were announced, with some flights set to begin in February [2] - The full list of new routes includes destinations such as Cancún, New Orleans, and Guatemala City [12][13] Competitive Landscape - Frontier stands to gain significantly from Spirit's challenges, with 35% of its capacity overlapping with Spirit's operations [3] - Spirit Airlines has faced severe financial issues, including a warning that it might not survive another year without additional cash [2][4] - The budget airline sector has seen increased scrutiny post-pandemic, with travelers showing a preference for premium experiences, prompting changes in business models among airlines [11]