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COPYRIGHT 2005 The Miami Herald
Byline: Steve Harrison
Oct. 29--Hurricane Wilma's attack on South Florida was a financial hit to all airlines, but analysts say Miramar-based Spirit will suffer the most, after storm-related airport closures canceled nearly half of its flights Monday through Wednesday.
The storm also will be a blow to the airport itself, in lost parking fees and landing revenues, and the airport may request government aid to repair damage.
Spirit executives said they wondered last week if the storm was targeting them. It first ravaged Cancun, Mexico, an important Spirit leisure destination. Wilma then shut down Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport -- its home...
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