World Airways closes shop..

[grounded27]

Heard WOA closed it's doors today from a current employee. That would be the end of a 66 year old legacy.

[Alwolds]

Sad day I used to look after the fleet when they rotated through Gatwick I'm the early 80's.

[LongBeachTrijet]

There were only so many times that the Wall Street crooks could suck us dry. It's not the first time that a great airline was used to line the pockets of the Johnny-Come-Lately's. Unfortunately, it won't be the last.

BREAKING: World Airways Immediately Shutting Down (http://www.nycaviation.com/2014/03/breaking-world-airways-immediately-ceasing-operations/)

[FlamantRose]

Very sorry to hear this very sad news. I was their Station Manager in Paris from 1971 thru 1979. Enjoyed working with the outfit. I wonder what Ed. Daly must be thinking if he can see this.

[Spooky 2]

Ed Daily would be kicking so butt if he could see this once great airline down and out because of a bunch of low life finance guys.:}

[garywiley]

It's a sad day. I spent 38 years flying for World and retired 3 years ago. I wish the best to all of World's employees who have lost their jobs.

[mseyfang]

Once Cerberus, LLP got involved, it was only a matter of time. Vulture capital at its worst. The name gives it away; it was the three headed dog that guarded Hades.


My (worthless) condolences to those affected.

[grounded27]

Amazing memories. Amazing experience. Daly was gone before my time with WORLD, none the less his spirit was there then. Hearing this loss was like losing an old friend.