(Reuters) – Air Canada said on Friday that it will cap fares and add more than 6,000 seats in some markets operated by Lynx Air in light of the imminent suspension of operations by the troubled Canadian budget airline.
Air Canada said that the measures would help Lynx Air customers impacted by the shut down of the airline to return home or make alternative arrangements for planned trips.
Calgary-based Lynx Air filed for court protection from creditors on Thursday, and said it would cease operations from Feb. 26 as it grapples with higher operating costs, fuel prices, and airport charges.
According to Cirium, an aviation analytics company, Lynx has 9 Boeing (NYSE:) 737 MAX 8 in service and is scheduled to operate 569 flights in February.
Air Canada said the capped fares will be available for purchase before Feb. 26 for…
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