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PRESS RELEASE For Further Information Contact: Alisa D. Sisic – Marketing and Communications Coordinator (860) 292-2107, [email protected] CONNECTICUT AIRPORT AUTHORITY TO LAUNCH NEW WEEKDAY, NONSTOP ONEJET SERVICE TO PITTSBURGH WINDSOR LOCKS, CONNECTICUT – February 11, 2016 – The Connecticut Airport Authority (CAA) is pleased to announce the debut of new weekday, nonstop service between Bradley International Airport (BDL) and Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) to be operated by OneJet. “We’re thrilled to announce today this new service between Hartford and Pittsburgh,” said Matthew Maguire, OneJet’s Chief Executive Officer. “This is a critical business route for both cities, and presents a compelling opportunity for OneJet and its customers. This route selection reflects economic strength for both Hartford and Pittsburgh air markets, as well as for both its respected communities.” “The CAA strives to provide its travelers with access to the nation’s most popular destinations,” said CAA Board Chair Mary Ellen Jones. “The addition of this service provides evidence of the CAA’s focus on providing the highest level of customer service and heightens Bradley’s already solid standing in the region.” “The CAA is pleased to have partnered with OneJet in offering our business community access to a very important business destination,” said CAA Executive Director Kevin Dillon. “The introduction of this new service reflects our ongoing commitment to offering our passengers an ever expanding menu of flight options and the opportunity to travel more conveniently.” The service will commence on May 9, 2016, on a Hawker 400 light jet aircraft. Seats are available for sale beginning April 1st, subject to customary Department of Transportation approvals. About Bradley International Airport Bradley International Airport is the second largest airport in New England, with a customer base that covers the entire Northeast. According to the most recent economic impact analysis, Bradley International Airport contributes $4 billion in economic activity to the state of Connecticut and the surrounding region, representing $1.2 billion in wages and 18,000 full-time jobs. About The Connecticut Airport Authority The CAA was established in 2011 to develop, improve, and operate Bradley International Airport and the state’s five general aviation airports (Danielson, Groton-New London, Hartford-Brainard, Waterbury-Oxford, and Windham). The CAA Board consists of 11 members with a broad spectrum of experience in aviation-related and other industries, as well as government. The goal of the CAA is to make Connecticut’s airports more attractive to new airlines, bring in new routes, and support Connecticut’s overall economic development and growth strategy. About OneJet OneJet is an air transportation network that provides consumers increased access to nonstop travel in small to mid-size markets, at relatively low cost. Flights operate from main commercial terminals and airports in markets served, currently including Indianapolis, Milwaukee, Pittsburgh, Memphis, and Nashville, providing weekday service on Hawker 400 light jet aircraft. All flights are operated by regionally based operating partners featuring ARG/US Platinum Safety-rated and TSA-certified operations. The company incorporates former senior leadership from the U.S. major airlines, the U.S. Department of Transportation, leading U.S. aircraft manufacturers, and TSA. -###- .