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Austin Aeronauts Closes, Leaving Customers Without Refunds

Marvin McKinney
Senior Reporter
Updated
Oct 10, 2024 8:32 AM
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Customers are left in a state of confusion as they seek refunds and responses. After operating for more than four decades, the organization abruptly suspended operations without prior notification, resulting in client confusion.

One of the customers who was impacted was Leslie Crowe, who had spent $700 on a hot air balloon ride as a token of appreciation for her spouse. "I dedicated a significant amount of time to saving this money," Crowe disclosed. "Our mortgage is costly."

In the same way as numerous others, Crowe discovered herself without any redress. Customers were unable to query about refunds due to the company's non-functional phone number and email. Crowe stated that there was no indication that they were closing. "This was a blindside to us."

After appointments declined by over 70% this year, Austin Aeronauts' proprietor disclosed that the organization encountered substantial financial difficulties. He purchased the organization three years ago and declared that it promptly degenerated into an inadequate financial investment. As of September 30, the organization was incapable of paying rent, phone expenses, or issuing refunds.

We at Austin Aeronauts are deeply sorry that, as the proprietor stated, the business was unable to continue. "The financial viability was not there, and when all the money was gone, we had to shut our doors."

Crowe and other consumers are unfortunate to discover that their hard-earned money has vanished concurrently with the business.

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