Snowbird Airlines (Helsinki Vantaa) has suspended flights until January 31, 2015. Though no specific reason for the suspension was given, it is believed the crisis with Russia and its associated economic downturn has played a significant role.
"Although the decision to suspend operations was a tough one to make, it was the right one. This break will allow us to revise our strategy and adapt it to a changing and competitive market before returning to operations later next year, when our foundation has stabilized," CEO Marja Aalto said.
In a statement, the virtual carrier said operations would tentatively resume on February 1 with 2x weekly Oulu to Malaga via Helsinki Vantaa and Enontekio to London Gatwick via Ivalo flights. The Enontekio to Helsinki via Ivalo route will also resume operations.
Snowbird charters a solitary A320-200, YL-LCA (cn 333), from SmartLynx Airlines (6Y, Riga) for its operational requirements. It plans to secure its own Air Operators Certificate during the course of 2015.
