AnimaWings, a Romanian airline founded by brothers Cristian and Marius Pandel—also known for their travel company Christian Tour—has begun a legal process aimed at reorganizing its financial situation. On September 30, 2026, the company filed a request with the 7th civil chamber of the Bucharest court to initiate a judicial restructuring procedure, which is a formal step often taken by businesses facing financial difficulties. The airline stated in a press release that the move is intended to protect its operations, stabilize its business, and restructure its financial obligations. Currently, AnimaWings continues to operate using two Airbus A320 aircraft, though it has warned that flight schedules may be adjusted in the coming days, with possible delays or cancellations. On September 29, the company announced that six of its eight aircraft were being grounded due to technical issues with the Airbus A220-300 model. Despite this, flights between France, Switzerland, and Romania are still being maintained. AnimaWings began its operations with flights between Paris and Bucharest in March 2025 and later expanded to Nice. The airline explained that recurring technical problems have affected its ability to operate effectively, contributing to operational, commercial, and financial challenges. It also pointed to a broader economic environment marked by declining consumer spending, political uncertainty, and increasing oil prices, all of which have strained its business. Marius Pandel, CEO of AnimaWings, described the decision to seek judicial restructuring as "difficult but necessary" to protect the company’s long-term future and ensure its sustainability. He emphasized that the company acted proactively by utilizing legal procedures designed to safeguard its operations and future prospects. The immediate focus, he said, is on passenger safety and maintaining as many flights as possible during this challenging period. The airline had previously aimed to expand its fleet and operations, including acquiring eight aircraft—six A220-300 and two A320. However, none of the A220-300 aircraft have been used for flights as of September 30, significantly limiting the company's capacity. Financial pressures have been growing, with data from the Romanian platform Termene.ro showing that AnimaWings had accumulated tax arrears of approximately 11.5 million lei (2.2 million euros) as of June 30, 2026—nearly double the amount from three months prior. While these arrears reflect financial strain, they are not the sole reason for the company’s insolvency request. The ability of AnimaWings to continue operating on a reduced schedule during its restructuring will be critical for travelers. As of October 1, the airline claims to still be flying, though the extent of future flight cancellations or delays remains uncertain.