Press Release Contact Michael La Pier, AAE Title Executive Director Phone (831) 648-7000 Email [email protected]
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DATE February 11, 2020 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Press Release Contact Michael La Pier, AAE Title Executive Director Phone (831) 648-7000 Email [email protected] JSX LAUNCHES SEASONAL HOP-ON FLIGHTS TO MONTEREY BETWEEN BURBANK AND ORANGE COUNTY JSX’s Hassle-Free Flights Minimize Travel Time and Give Californians a Simple, Fast and Joyful Way to Fly MONTEREY, CA, February 11, 2020 - Just in time for warmer weather, JSX – the hop-on jet service dedicated to making short haul air travel simple and joyful – has announced that it will begin seasonal flights to Monterey from both Burbank and Orange County. Tickets start at only at $99 each way and are available for booking today at jsx.com for flights beginning April 17, 2020. In only its fourth year of operation, JSX is dramatically improving air travel for thousands each month by offering the comfort and hassle-free experience of flying between private terminals on 30-seat jets. Travelers heading to or from the beautiful California coastal city arrive just 20 minutes before departure and quickly check-in up to three complimentary bags. For families and adventure-seekers alike, JSX offers a seamless solution between California coasts for the perfect getaway. Once onboard, customers can kick back with business-class leg room along with free snacks and drinks, including cocktails. JSX saves customers up to two hours compared to traditional airlines, meaning travelers can spend less time getting there and more time exploring all Monterey and the surrounding area has to offer. “JSX is continuing to connect the dots along the West Coast to give travelers a fast, fun and seamless alternative to commercial air travel”, said JSX CEO Alex Wilcox. “Monterey Regional Airport has welcomed JSX with open arms and we’re thrilled to bring our hop-on jet service to this iconic California destination.” Hop-on service from Burbank and Orange County will commence on April 16 with daily roundtrip flights on Thursday, Friday, Sunday and Monday. “We are extremely excited to welcome JSX service to Monterey,” said Michael La Pier Executive Director of Monterey Regional Airport. “Their unique and innovative service should be well received in our community Page 1 of 2 and by those visiting our region. The Los Angeles basin is one of the most significant generators of visitors to our region. This new service will offer an affordable, luxurious and convenient way to connect the two regions like never before. As always, it is vitally important that we support this new service fully so we can enjoy the new access it provides for many years to come. We look forward to growing with JSX. JSX operates a fleet of 30-seat Embraer 135 and 145 aircraft daily from: Burbank (BUR), Las Vegas (LAS), Orange County (SNA), East Bay/Napa/Concord (CCR), Oakland (OAK), Seattle-Boeing Field (BFI) and Phoenix (PHX) and seasonal service to Mammoth Lakes (MMH) and Monterey (MRY). JSX is introducing service from its eighth destination, Portland, Oregon (PDX), on April 2. For additional information and to purchase tickets visit jsx.com. About Monterey Regional Airport Monterey Regional Airport (MRY) is Monterey County’s only commercial airport and accommodates over 400,000 passengers each year. The airport services eight nonstop markets with an average of 15 daily departures. We are committed to providing our customers with superior services in a safe, secure, professional environment. Be sure to visit www.montereyairport.com or follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter @montereyairport. About JSX Founded in 2016, JSX is a hop-on jet service that’s faster on the ground, more comfortable in the air and competitively priced with flights starting from $89 each way. Recently honored by Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX) as the 2020 “Best Overall Regional” air carrier in North America, JSX operates more than 500 weekly flights and focuses on connecting highly desirable business and leisure markets within 500 miles, which means customers can save up to two hours each time they fly by avoiding crowded airports and long drives. JSX offers many industry-leading features including: • Arrive just 20 minutes before the flight from private jet terminals with no long check -in lines or waiting at crowded gates; • A quick, effortless security screening process that exceeds TSA requirements; • Valet parking and beautifully appointed lounges with free WiFi; • A bright, spacious, modern cabin interior, featuring: o 30 comfortable leather seats, each with legroom comparable to domestic airlines' first -class service; o Power outlets at every row; (high-speed internet service is set to launch in summer 2020); • Free amenities for all customers including up to three checked bags, drinks, snacks, and complimentary cocktails inflight; • Deplaning and baggage retrieval within minutes of arrival. JSX flights may be booked directly through www.jsx.com or through codeshare partner JetBlue on multiple online travel sites. TrueBlue members may earn points on JSX flights. JSX currently serves seven destinations daily from Burbank (BUR), Orange County (SNA), Oakland (OAK), East Bay/Napa/Concord (CCR), Las Vegas (LAS), Seattle-Boeing Field (BFI) and Phoenix (PHX) as well as seasonal service to Mammoth Lakes, Monterey and pop-up service to special events. JSX is introducing service from it’s eighth destination, Portland, Oregon (PDX), on April 2. JSX’s luxuriously appointed Embraer 135 and 145 jets may also be chartered for group trips, corporate events or other travel. For a custom quote, contact 800-iFLYJSX. Page 2 of 2 .