U.S., Oct. 28 -- The failure of government and the airline industry to embrace a holistic approach to aviation support during the COVID-19 pandemic is leaving the regional and community airports of this country on the brink of financial collapse and airlines facing massive rates and fees increases in 2021.

Despite a dramatic decline in airline passenger traffic since the COVID-19 pandemic began in March, Canada's smaller airports have carried the financial burden of maintaining their runways, air terminals, and emergency services without access to any previous or current financial aid.

When governments and the public hear of dire situations in the aviation sector the focus tends to be on the major airlines and the major airports that co...