02 Oct 2023 | 07:28 PM UTC
Ecuador: Flight disruptions likely in country over medium term after Equair suspends flight operations Sept. 30
Equair suspends flight operations Sept. 30; domestic flight disruptions likely to impact Ecuador over coming months.
Event
Flight disruptions are likely in Ecuador over the coming months after Equair (HN), an Ecuador-based airline operating domestic flights, suspended operations on Sept. 30. Equair officials have confirmed that LATAM Airlines Ecuador (XL) has made seats available on its aircraft to take passengers who had previously booked flights with Equair to their respective destinations at "no additional cost." The passenger protection agreement reportedly applies to customers who booked flights with Equair that were scheduled through Dec. 31. Equair cited market conditions as the reason behind its suspension of operations.
Equair's suspension of flight operations will likely lead to heightened demand for flights on alternative air carriers in Ecuador over the medium term.
Context
Equair's inaugural flight was in January 2022.
Advice
Consider booking alternative travel arrangements if necessary. Do not leave your accommodations until onward travel is confirmed.
