Overview:
Blue Islands Airline has abruptly canceled all flights after suddenly shutting down operations, leaving travelers stranded and unable to reach customer service. Financial experts say passengers should immediately contact their credit card companies to recover their money.
Blue Islands Airline has abruptly shut down and canceled all flights across its network, sparking widespread confusion among travelers. The sudden collapse has led to a flood of online searches (Over 5,000+ in the last 24 hours) as passengers look for answers about refunds, rebooking, and next steps.
The airline’s website and customer support channels went dark shortly after the shutdown. Many passengers report that they received no advance warning.
“I showed up at the airport and found out at the check-in desk,” said one traveler who was scheduled to fly for a family event. “No email, no text — nothing. Just a notice saying all flights were canceled.”
Refunds
With no formal refund process currently operating, financial experts are advising customers to bypass the airline altogether.
“In situations like this, your fastest and safest option is to contact your credit card company,” said travel finance analyst Dana Collins. “A chargeback request can often recover funds when a company stops operating.”
Travelers who purchased tickets using debit cards may still have options, depending on their bank’s dispute policies. Those who bought travel insurance may also qualify for insolvency-related coverage.
Industry observers say abrupt airline shutdowns often leave passengers with limited recourse. Without active customer service or an administrator appointed to handle claims, credit card protections become the primary path to reimbursement.
Presence News will continue monitoring developments and will update readers as more information becomes available from aviation regulators or any official representatives managing the airline’s closure.

