Several airlines entered liquidation in 2025, according to the UK Civil Aviation Authority, including:
- Blue Islands Limited (UK) – November
- Air Kilroe Limited t/a Eastern Airways (UK) – November
- Play Airlines (Iceland) – September
This turbulence in the airline industry has carried over into 2026, with more airlines shutting down or entering insolvency.
The 3 airlines that have entered liquidation or administration in 2026
Three airlines have entered administration or liquidation in 2026 (so far), resulting in the cancellation of more than 4,000 flights:
EcoJet Airlines
EcoJet Airlines, based in Edinburgh, launched in 2023 after being founded by entrepreneur and Ecotricity…