While retrospective pieces typically appear at the end of a calendar year, there was an abundance of aviation news that delayed coverage of this topic. Despite airlines worldwide experiencing record passenger numbers and a strong recovery from pandemic disruptions, some airlines faced significant challenges leading to their closure. Here is a look back at the airlines lost in 2024.
"Airlines worldwide have benefited from record passenger numbers and a solid recovery from the disruptions of the pandemic," stated an industry analyst. However, various circumstances led to major disruptions for certain airlines, ultimately resulting in their downfall.