WILLEMSTAD - Hopes for a revival of JetAir have been dashed as the bankruptcy of the Curaçaoan airline becomes final. The trustees, who were initially opposing the bankruptcy, have now withdrawn their resistance. Despite earlier promises, the airline's owner, Ribeiro, is not cooperating with a potential restart. 

Ribeiro had previously committed to selling his shares in the struggling company for just one dollar. However, he has since reneged on this promise, significantly diminishing the prospects for a takeover. This sudden change has left the airline’s future uncertain and has had immediate repercussions for its staff. 

On Wednesday, approximately 50 JetAir employees were laid off, leaving them without jobs and adding to the community's economic woes. The finalization of the bankruptcy and the lack of cooperation from the owner mark a significant blow to both the employees and the passengers who had hoped for a continuation of services. 

As the situation develops, the prospects for a rescue of JetAir appear increasingly bleak, impacting the local aviation industry and economy.