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Florida-based regional carrier Silver Airways abruptly suspended all flights on Wednesday, leaving passengers stranded and unsure of their next steps.

In a surprise announcement posted on Instagram, the airline informed travelers not to go to the airport, stating that it had officially ended its service.

"We regret to inform you that we are ceasing operations as of today, June 11, 2025," the airline shared on social media, USA Today said.

The post explained that the company had entered into a deal to sell its assets during its bankruptcy proceedings; however, the buyer decided not to operate the airline.

Silver Airways, which began flying in 2011, was known for connecting smaller cities in Florida, the Bahamas, and the Caribbean.

The airline also owned a smaller company called Seaborne, which flew seaplanes to St. Croix and St. Thomas. The airline operated out of key Florida cities—Fort Lauderdale, Tampa, and Orlando—before suddenly halting all flights..

The company filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in December 2024 in hopes of raising money and staying afloat.

Silver Airways Cancels 52 Flights Without Warning. However, by Wednesday, the airline had canceled 52 flights, according to FlightAware, a flight tracking service. Travelers holding tickets received no direct notice—only the public Instagram post.

"Please do not go to the airport," Silver warned. "All credit card purchases should be refundable through your credit card company or your travel agency."

According to CBS News, some experts in the airline industry said the shutdown wasn't a surprise. "It was more a matter of when, rather than if, Silver would shut down," said Henry Harteveldt, an airline analyst with Atmosphere Research Group.

Passengers who didn't pay with a credit card may still be eligible for refunds, but they'll need to go through the bankruptcy process with other creditors. This could mean waiting a long time or not getting all their money back.

Robert W. Mann, Jr., a former airline executive, said those with upcoming trips may have to rebook quickly, often at higher prices. "People will have to buy new tickets, possibly spending more than they expected," he explained.

Unlike larger carriers that are often rescued or merged, smaller airlines like Silver are more at risk of closing down completely. Other small carriers, such as Tailwind, have also shut down recently.

For now, Silver Airways has provided no further updates, and its website and booking tools have been shut down.