Silver Airways, a regional airline based in Florida, suddenly canceled all flights on June 11, 2025, leaving numerous travelers stranded after declaring bankruptcy. The company announced on its social media pages: ‘We regret to inform you that we are ceasing operations as of today, June 11, 2025.’ This decision followed a failed attempt to sell its assets to another airline holding company, which decided not to continue Silver Airways’ flight operations. Passengers with tickets purchased via credit card will likely receive refunds through their credit card companies or travel agencies. However, those who paid using other methods may face delays in receiving refunds, as they will need to join the queue of other airline creditors. Travelers requiring immediate transportation will probably need to buy new tickets from other airlines at potentially higher prices. This shutdown marks a rare occurrence in the U.S., where struggling airlines are usually acquired by larger carriers rather than ceasing operations entirely.
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