Aviation News – Braathens has filed for bankruptcy for its international subsidiary, ceasing all operations immediately, the airline confirmed on September 29, 2025.
The decision affects Braathens International, the carrier’s Airbus-operating division, which had been slated for gradual closure. The company had already announced earlier this month that it would refocus operations around its ATR72 fleet. However, an inability to secure new funding forced an earlier and abrupt shutdown.
Braathens International’s bankruptcy halts all flights under the subsidiary, but Braathens Regional’s ATR72 operations remain unaffected. The company emphasized that domestic and regional services will continue as normal, despite the collapse of its international arm.
“Today’s decision is deeply regrettable, but necessary to secure the long-term stability of Braathens Regional,” a company spokesperson said. “Our focus remains on maintaining reliable service for our customers in the Nordic region.”
Looking ahead, Braathens is expected to concentrate entirely on regional connectivity using its ATR72 fleet. The shift signals a retreat from the Airbus-operated international market but underscores a strategy aimed at financial stability and strengthening the airline’s core operations.
In short, Braathens has pulled the plug on its international ambitions, placing survival above expansion. With ATR72 flights still in the air, the company is betting on regional routes to provide a more sustainable future.
