It turns out airplanes can get repossessed, too.
According to reports, aviation company Nomadic Aviation Group hired dozens of pilots to repossess jets connected to Spirit Airlines.
The repossession efforts reportedly took place at airports across cities including Charlotte, Houston, and Columbus, Ohio. Some planes were still sitting at gates after completing flights when the recovery process began.
Unlike repossessing a car, reclaiming a passenger jet involves hours of paperwork, legal approvals, and coordination with airport officials.
Experts say aircraft leasing companies take action when airlines fall behind on payments or violate lease agreements.
The story has surprised many people online who never realized commercial airplanes could be repossessed in a similar way to vehicles.
The airline industry has faced financial pressure in recent years due to rising costs, staffing shortages, and changing travel demands.
Even though the process sounds dramatic, aviation experts say aircraft repossessions are part of the business side of commercial flying.