(StraightShooterNews.com) – Silver Airways has abruptly abandoned thousands of American travelers after suddenly canceling all flights from Orlando International Airport without warning.
Despite promises that operations would continue normally during bankruptcy proceedings, the airline left passengers stranded across Florida and the Caribbean with no refunds, no alternatives, and no explanation from company executives who refuse to answer questions.
In a shocking display of corporate irresponsibility, Silver Airways canceled all Orlando International Airport flights over the weekend, abandoning passengers without notice after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in December 2024.
The airline had specifically assured customers that all tickets would remain valid and business would continue as usual during its financial restructuring, a promise it has now broken without explanation or apology.
Even worse, company officials have remained silent, refusing to comment on multiple media requests about why they left Americans stranded.
The Greater Orlando Aviation Authority (GOAA) was blindsided by the airline’s sudden departure from the airport.
GOAA spokeswoman Angela Starke confirmed the abrupt notification: “MCO received notification yesterday afternoon that, effective immediately, all departing and arriving flights with Silver Airlines are canceled.”
The lack of warning or preparation time left both airport officials and travelers scrambling to deal with the fallout.
Silver Airways executives gave customers false assurances when they initially filed for bankruptcy.
They claimed in a press release: “This decision will allow us to secure additional capital and undertake a financial restructuring that will strengthen our position as a competitive airline, ultimately benefiting you—our valued customers.”
Instead of the promised benefit, customers received canceled flights and wasted vacation time with no compensation.
The airline’s abandonment of Orlando operations has left approximately 129,000 passengers who typically fly with Silver Airways annually to find alternative transportation.
While Silver Airways ranked as the 27th largest airline at Orlando International Airport, they served vital routes connecting Central Florida to destinations including Pensacola, Key West, Ft. Lauderdale, and the Bahamas.
Many of these routes are now underserved or completely abandoned, creating transportation gaps for Americans who rely on these connections for business and family travel.
The Fort Lauderdale-headquartered carrier operated a fleet of ATR aircraft, primarily connecting Florida with Caribbean destinations before pulling the rug out from under their loyal customers.
The airline’s history itself reveals a troubling pattern in the American aviation industry.
Founded in 2011 after Gulfstream International Airlines filed for bankruptcy, Silver Airways has now followed the same path of financial instability.
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