Mckall Morris, Skywest Airlines 435.634.3553 Kimberly Gibbs, United Airlines 703.661.0253 Kristy Kennedy, Plattsburgh International Airport 518.563.1000
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: McKall Morris, SkyWest Airlines 435.634.3553 Kimberly Gibbs, United Airlines 703.661.0253 Kristy Kennedy, Plattsburgh International Airport 518.563.1000 United Express Flights to Washington‐Dulles Launch in Plattsburgh! Flights operated by SkyWest Airlines PLATTSBURGH, NY 8/2/2018: SkyWest Airlines launched new United Express service between Plattsburgh and Washington‐Dulles International Airport today! Plattsburgh travelers can now seamless access United’s global network through the airline’s Washington‐Dulles hub. Tickets are available to purchase on united.com. “We are pleased to provide new travel opportunities for Plattsburgh travelers,” said Greg Atkin, SkyWest Airlines managing director – Market Development. “We are excited to provide more convenience to Plattsburgh passengers and are grateful for the exceptional community support we’ve received.” Each of the two daily flights will be operated on the 50‐seat CRJ200 jet and are timed to provide maximum connection opportunities from United’s Washington‐Dulles hub, where Plattsburgh passengers can connect to hundreds of daily United and United Express flights. Customers may book flights immediately at united.com or by calling United Reservations at 800.UNITED.1 (800.864.8331). Customers will now have the opportunity to accrue frequent flyer miles in United’s MileagePlus loyalty program. This press release and additional information about SkyWest Airlines can be found at skywest.com. Garry Douglas President/CEO of the North Country Chamber of Commerce: "This is an exciting milestone for the North Country in general, and especially for our business community, our tourism sector and our colleges and universities," states Garry Douglas, President of the North Country Chamber of Commerce which serves as the Marketing Agency for Plattsburgh International Airport under contract with Clinton County. "The last several years of air service development were in part aimed at proving this market and attracting a major brand carrier with jet service to a southerly hub conducive to national and international connections. United Express provides that. We thank them for their confidence and commitment, and now encourage the entire region to make maximum use of this historic new level of connectivity. Onward and upward!" County Legislator Chair, Harry McManus: “We expect the new service by SkyWest, flying as United Express, to Dulles International Airport in Washington D.C. will be a highly popular and well used option for our service area. We have received great feedback from many individuals and organizations regarding this highly anticipated service, and the connections possible to so many valued destinations. We are thrilled to welcome SkyWest to our Airport and community and hope the relationship will continue for a long time.” ‐more ‐ C ounty Legislator, Airport Chair, Bob Hall: “The people I have talked with are eagerly awaiting the new service by SkyWest. The advanced bookings are very positive, and a great sign this service will meet many of the needs in our community. The airline has been great to work with and highly responsive in their discussions with Airport personnel leading up to the start of service on August 22nd. I am pleased we are able to attract an airline the caliber of SkyWest to Plattsburgh International Airport, and very optimistic on the benefits our partnership will have for the region.” Assemblyman Billy Jones: “Seeing this come to fruition in real time is a great victory for the North Country. Thanks to the global network of United Airlines, local residents and our neighbors visiting from the north will have access to one of the largest international airports in the country. This new jet service will create endless opportunities to improve the bustling economy of the North Country and will allow customers to reach destinations throughout the world. I commend the Clinton County Legislature, the North Country Chamber of Commerce and other involved parties that worked to bring SkyWest/United Express to Plattsburgh and I look forward to the various benefits of this partnership.” Bare Angleos, United: “United is offering our customers in the Plattsburgh area more choice in their travels,” said Bare Antolos, United Airlines regional sales manager. “A short flight from Plattsburgh to our Washington Dulles hub will not only provide direct access to the nation’s capital but more than 70 domestic and nearly 40 international destinations in Asia, Europe and Latin America.” (# # #) About SkyWest Airlines: With over 13,000 aviation professionals operating more than 2,300 daily flights, SkyWest Airlines connects millions of passengers each month to 248 destinations across North America. SkyWest operates in partnership with Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, American Airlines and Alaska Airlines and has a fleet of 449 aircraft. Headquartered in St. George, Utah, SkyWest’s industry‐leading workforce and excellent leadership team have consistently generated solid operational and economic performance, setting the standard for excellence in the regional industry. About Plattsburgh International Airport: Created from the former Plattsburgh Air Force Base, Plattsburgh International Airport (PBG) is the first private sector redevelopment success story among the military base closures in the 1990s. Owned and operated by the Clinton County Government, Plattsburgh International Airport is a multi‐purpose aviation and aerospace complex sitting on more than 5,000 acres. With the addition of a state‐of‐the art passenger terminal, the airport serves residents of northern New York, southern Quebec and Vermont. For more information on Plattsburgh International Airport, please call 518.563.1000 or visit flyplattsburgh.com. Editor’s Note: Additional high‐resolution images and b‐roll are available upon request. .