Bonza flight cancellations as fears for future of troubled budget airline grow [Video]

Bonza has mass-cancelled flights from multiple Australian airports as fears grow for the future of the troubled airline, with the company conceding its “ongoing viability” is up in the air.

While some flights are listed to depart as scheduled, most of its services have been cancelled on Tuesday morning.

“Bonza has temporarily suspended services due to be operated today, as discussions are currently underway regarding the ongoing viability of the business,” chief executive Tim Jordan said in a statement.

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“We apologise to our customers who are impacted by this and we’re working as quickly as possible to determine a way forward that ensures there is ongoing competition in the Australian domestic aviation market.”

A report has emerged saying Bonza’s fleet of planes is being seized by creditors. Jordan did not address the claims.

Federal transport minister Catherine King has been made aware of the mass cancellations.

“I have spoken to …