Spirit Airlines' closure has left thousands of workers and their families navigating an unexpected transition. If you are one of those workers, this page is for you. Federal, state, and local agencies have come together to make sure you have access to the resources, benefits, and support you need to move forward.
For Texas Spirit team members impacted by this closure, please contact Camea Dukes at camea.dukes@twc.texas.gov.
Hiring Events & Information Sessions
Check here for events specifically for Texans affected by Spirit Airlines' closure.
| Date & Time | Event Information | Link |
| 5/15/26 @ 11am | Virtual Rapid Response Orientation | https://tinyurl.com/28fno67w |
Rapid Response Services for Laid-Off Workers
Being laid off is a stressful and difficult experience, however, you do not need to go through this transition alone. Rapid Response services are provided at no cost and delivered in partnership with Workforce Solutions and the Texas Workforce Commission. Support is coordinated across teams to connect you to new job opportunities and workforce services.
To get started, find your local Workforce Solutions office and schedule a meeting to discuss next steps. Texans in the Workforce Solutions Gulf Coast region can find more specific details.
Rapid Response Services for Displaced Spirit Airlines Employees.
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Skills Building
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Workshops
Attend workshops at a local office to help find and secure your next job.
Here to Help You Apply for Unemployment Benefits
- Apply for Unemployment Benefits - Apply for benefits online 24 hours a day and seven days a week at Unemployment Benefits Services (UBS) or call our Tele-Center (800-939-6631) during regular business hours. Apply for Unemployment Benefits.
- Choose a Payment Method - You can get benefit payments either on a debit card or by direct deposit. Benefit payments default to debit cards. Learn more about Receiving Benefit Payments by Direct Deposit.
- After Applying - Review your Statement of Potential Benefits to see your weekly benefit amount and maximum benefit amount. Review your Work Search Notification to see your required number of weekly work searches. Find more information on Work Search Requirements.
- Request Benefit Payment - Request payment every two weeks, on your filing day, online or by phone. Do not wait for TWC to determine your eligibility.
- Benefits are Taxable - Benefits are taxable income and must be reported on your federal income tax return. You can choose to have taxes deducted from your benefit payments when you apply for benefits. You can also change your tax withholding through your UBS account. Find more information on Federal Income Taxes.
- Please Be Patient - Although we process claims as quickly as possible, it can take at least four weeks for TWC to determine whether you are eligible for benefits. To find out your claim status, log in to UBS and select Claim and Payment Status from Quick Links on your My Home page or call Tele-Serv (800-558-8321) and select Option 2.
- Need Help? Call 2-1-1 - If you are experiencing financial hardship or need health assistance, call 2-1-1 or visit 211.org to get the help you need.