Low-cost carrier 1time Airline announced on November 2 that it has suspended operations and that all of its planes have been grounded with immediate effect.
“Our business rescue practitioner has advised that there are no reasonable prospects of survival as a potential financier notified us this afternoon that they are no longer able to invest in our airline. It is therefore with regret, disappointment and heartfelt disbelief that we have to terminate the business rescue and file for liquidation, which means the end of a dream and an era for all of us,” said Blacky Komani, ceo of 1time Airline.
“I sincerely thank our employees who worked so hard over the years to drive 1time’s business, the travel trade who have been steadfast in their support, and our passengers who carried and maintained 1time during our most difficult and trying financial times, your loyalty is appreciated. Although 1time ceases to exist, the airline that we’ve built up through blood, sweat, tears and undeniable passion, will live on in the hearts of our passengers and also our competitors, who know that they have lost a formidable and world-class player in the low cost market.”
How to get your money back if you’ve bought flights on 1time
If you’ve bought flights on 1time the airline will not be refunding your money. However, passengers who have bought their flights on their credit cards may be able to get their money back from their respective banks. Contact your bank as soon as possible and request a charge back on a ‘service not delivered’ basis’.
Contacts for banks:
ABSA Tel 0861 462 273 or email [email protected]
First National Bank Tel 087 575 1111
Nedbank Tel 0860 555 111
Standard Bank [email protected]
