Albanian Airlines was the flag carrier of Albania, operating scheduled passenger services primarily between Tirana and various European destinations. The airline served as one of the main links between Albania and the broader European aviation network during its years of operation. The airline faced significant financial and operational challenges throughout its history, struggling to compete in an increasingly competitive regional aviation market. It operated out of Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza, the country's primary gateway. Albanian Airlines ceased operations in 2013 after declaring bankruptcy, ending its role as the country's national carrier. Following its collapse, Albania was left without a dedicated national airline for a period.