Azul Chapter 11: Exit Targeted Early 2026

Azul has secured funds and a creditor deal to keep planes flying while it reorganizes under U.S. bankruptcy protection.

On November 2, Azul Airlines said it reached a creditor agreement and obtained an additional $500 million to shore up liquidity and maintain uninterrupted service during its Azul Chapter 11 proceedings in the United States.

Chapter 11 is a U.S. bankruptcy process that lets a company reorganize while continuing operations. A U.S. bankruptcy court is scheduled to review Azul’s restructuring plan on November 4, with creditor voting and a confirmation hearing set for December 11.

Azul Chapter 11 timeline and what to expect

Azul has emphasized it will keep regular schedules and customer-facing services while the case proceeds. The extra funding is intended to cover operating costs and preserve network stability as the airline negotiates with creditors and seeks court approval.

November 4 — U.S. bankruptcy court review of the plan.
December 11 — Creditor voting and confirmation hearing.
Early 2026 — Azul Chapter 11 exit expected, according to the airline’s guidance.

For passengers and partners, the near-term message is straightforward: expect normal service, but stay alert for official notices about bookings or route adjustments. Azul’s leadership says the creditor deal and the $500 million support are designed to reduce disruption while negotiations and court steps continue.

We’ll monitor filings and court outcomes as the case develops; any major operational changes or formal restructuring milestones will be reported as they are confirmed.