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Westport’s direct flight to Wellington faces cancellation on May 1, 2026, unless New Zealand grants funding by March 27 due to rising fuel costs and route losses.
Westport will lose its only direct flight to Wellington by May 1, 2026, unless the New Zealand government provides financial support by March 27, Originair announced.
The airline cited sharply rising fuel costs—nearly doubled due to the Middle East conflict—and a small passenger market as key reasons, with annual losses on the route now reaching about $500,000.
Despite improving ridership, Originair has canceled flights and plans to redirect its 18-seater aircraft to other routes.
The airline had applied for funding through the Kānoa Regional Investment Fund but received no response.
Without government or stakeholder backing, the final flight will depart on May 1, ending direct air access for the region.
El vuelo directo de Westport a Wellington se enfrenta a la cancelación el 1 de mayo de 2026, a menos que Nueva Zelanda otorgue fondos antes del 27 de marzo debido al aumento de los costos de combustible y las pérdidas de ruta.