Argentum Airways Revives Silver Airways Routes with New Operations - Travel And Tour World
Friday, July 4, 2025
In a move expected to revive regional air connectivity, Argentum Airways, the new airline of Wexford Capital, has bought the assets of Silver Airways following its shutdown of operations in June 2025 as part of Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings. This is basically giving the regional airline and its customers a fresh start and the new airline has committed to get the routes up and running between the most visited destinations in Florida and the Bahamas and potentially expand its routes into Alaska in the future as well.
The acquisition of Silver’s assets was finalized with the clearance of the sale by the court on June 19, 2025, and included the airline’s DOT and FAA certificates, the keys to the operation of scheduled air service throughout the United States. The new airline is going to business immediately and has its sights set on providing affordable, efficient, and reliable regional air service. This acquisition is also notable for the ongoing restructuring of the U.S. regional air travel market as private investors take the lead in bringing service back to key markets.
Silver Airways, once a dominant regional carrier, filed for bankruptcy and ceased operations in June 2025. As the company struggled under financial pressures exacerbated by the pandemic, Silver’s failure left many of its key routes without service, particularly affecting travel to the and other parts of the .
With the acquisition, Argentum Airways aims to reinstate these vital routes, breathing new life into the regional air market. The company’s initial focus will be on connecting with , the capital of the Bahamas, as well as other Bahamian islands, reviving the much-needed air traffic between the U.S. and the Caribbean.
Argentum’s initial fleet will include one , a regional turboprop known for its efficiency on shorter routes, which will be used on these revived services. The airline is expected to expand its fleet to later in the year as demand grows.
For now, Argentum Airways will operate the following routes:
These flights will initially serve as the backbone of the airline’s operations, connecting key destinations in the with and , two major East Coast hubs.
Argentum Airways is led by an experienced management team, many of whom previously worked at Silver Airways or other such as . This leadership continuity is expected to help with the transition and ensure that Argentum Airways can quickly regain the trust of passengers and business partners.
, founder and CEO of Argentum Airways, commented, “This is a new chapter for regional air travel, and we are excited to restore service to important markets that have been underserved. Our focus will be on offering exceptional service, affordability, and reliability.”
The acquisition and rebranding of Silver Airways is an important development for between , the , and the . With its plans to expand routes from key U.S. cities like and , Argentum Airways is well-positioned to capitalize on growing demand for leisure and business travel in the Caribbean and the .
The airline’s expansion into , as well as the revitalization of key Caribbean routes, will help create more seamless connections between the U.S., the Caribbean, and new destinations across . With and routes in place, the company is likely to explore additional service to other popular destinations in the in the future, providing more choices and flexibility for passengers.
Regional airlines like Argentum Airways are vital to the recovery of air travel, especially in markets like and the , where tourism plays a significant role in the economy. By resuming services to key destinations, Argentum Airways is helping to reconnect communities, boost the tourism industry, and support the economic recovery of both the U.S. and the Caribbean.
The government and have also expressed enthusiasm about the return of service to these destinations, recognizing the economic and logistical benefits of having strong air connections between the U.S. and the islands.
Sustainability remains a priority for Argentum Airways, which plans to incorporate fuel-efficient aircraft like the ATR to help reduce its environmental footprint. The airline aims to minimize waste, use sustainable materials on board, and offset emissions wherever possible as part of its long-term commitment to reducing its impact on the environment.
Additionally, the airline is committed to maintaining competitive pricing, ensuring that both business and leisure travelers can access affordable options when flying between key destinations in the Caribbean, the U.S., and Alaska.
Argentum Airways has ambitious plans for growth. In addition to the Bahamian routes, the company intends to introduce services to new Caribbean destinations and expand its fleet in the coming years. It’s also planning to introduce new international routes that will help strengthen the connectivity of the U.S. East Coast with emerging markets in Latin America and Europe.
The next few years will see a rapid transformation for Argentum Airways as it grows its network, builds its reputation, and continues to innovate in the regional air travel space.
The acquisition of Silver Airways’ assets by Argentum Airways is the new dawn of regional journeys from the Caribbean to the United States. As its focus is luxury, sustainable operation, and reliability, Argentum Airways will be in a position to provide quality service to underserved markets. Through the addition of the ATR airplanes, Bahamas and Alaska market concentration, and veteran leadership team, the airline is in a position to succeed as it reinstates key links across the region.
(Source: Argentum Airways.)
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