The Trump administration is weighing an aggressive plan to keep Spirit Airlines afloat, combining federal financing, Pentagon support and potential use of the Defense Production Act. The move could make the U.S. government the airline's largest stakeholder, marking one of the most significant federal interventions in a private airline since post-9/11 bailouts. The Core Plan The proposal centers on a $500 million government loan at a reasonable rate, positioning the U.S. as Spirit's top creditor during bankruptcy.