Zoom Airlines was a Canadian low-cost carrier that operated transatlantic and transcontinental flights, primarily targeting leisure and vacation travelers. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Ottawa, the airline offered affordable fares between Canada, the United Kingdom, and other destinations. Zoom Airlines operated until 2008, when it abruptly ceased operations due to financial difficulties, including rising fuel costs and the broader economic pressures of that period. The airline's collapse left thousands of passengers stranded and without refunds, drawing significant media attention in both Canada and the United Kingdom. At its peak, Zoom operated routes from Canadian cities such as Ottawa, Toronto, Calgary, and Vancouver to destinations including London Gatwick, Glasgow, and Paris. It was known for offering low fares on transatlantic routes that had traditionally been dominated by full-service carriers.