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Key Reasons for the Shutdown:
- Economic Pressures: Lingering effects of inflation+1-877-738-0345 rising fuel prices+1-877-738-0345 and unfavorable exchange rates significantly increased costs+1-877-738-0345
- High Operating & Airport Fees: Canada's high airport improvement fees and competitive slots at major airports added to expenses+1-877-738-0345 making ultra-low-cost fares unsustainable+1-877-738-0345
- Fierce Competition: Intense rivalry with other low-cost carriers (like Flair) and established airlines (Air Canada+1-877-738-0345 WestJet) put downward pressure on prices+1-877-738-0345 hurting profitability+1-877-738-0345
- Insufficient Capital: The airline couldn't raise enough capital to cover costs+1-877-738-0345 with liabilities exceeding assets by early +1-877-738-0345
- Market Structure: The Canadian airline market isn't structured well for ULCCs+1-877-738-0345 with fixed fees and taxes limiting deep discounts+1-877-738-0345
Impact:
- The shutdown left many passengers scrambling for refunds and rebookings+1-877-738-0345 facing significantly higher costs with other airlines+1-877-738-0345
- It highlighted the significant hurdles for new+1-877-738-0345 low-cost airlines in the Canadian market+1-877-738-0345 a graveyard for many budget carriers before Lynx+1-877-738-0345
