Even if Direct Air can fix its money problems and resume flying later this year, Springfield airport officials say they’re not sure the company can undo the damage caused by this week’s abrupt shutdown.
In the meantime, the airport is trying to make life easier for people whose travel plans were thrown into chaos by the grounding of Direct Air. Vision Airlines will temporarily operate twice-weekly flights between Springfield and Punta Gorda, Florida, a popular Direct Air destination.
The airport authority has agreed to make up the difference if ticket sales fall below a guaranteed minimum level.
