United Blasts DOT for Choosing JetBlue as EAS Carrier
United is pushing back on the Department of Transportation (DOT)’s pick to serve Presque Isle, calling the decision “erroneous.”
U.S. Essential Air Service
Join us as we take an in-depth look at the U.S.’s government-subsidized Essential Air Service (EAS) routes. These provide critical lifelines to small and often rural communities.
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JetBlue Awarded First-Ever Essential Air Service Contract
On June 4, 2024, the DOT selected JetBlue as the next EAS carrier in the community of Presque Isle. This will be the first sort of contract for the airline.
How the New FAA Reauthorization Impacts Small Community Air Service
Buried deep inside the 1,068-page act are new stipulations for the Essential Air Service (EAS) and Small Community Air Service Development (SCASDP) programs.
Breeze Makes Bid for First Essential Air Service Contract
Breeze’s recent proposal to serve a small New York town follows a similar trend of other airlines operating larger jets to EAS communities.
JetBlue Inches Closer to Essential Air Service
Back at the end of February 2024, AirlineGeeks reported that JetBlue had put in a proposal for its first-ever Essential Air Service (EAS) contract.
JetBlue Makes First Ever Bid for Essential Air Service Contract
JetBlue could be mere months away from flying to an Essential Air Service community with a first-of-its-kind proposal filed on Thursday.
New Pacific Airlines Proposes EAS Contracts
New Pacific Airlines, or more specifically known as Ravn Alaska, has proposed service to two Essential Air Service (EAS) communities in the Midwest.
Delta Adds New Interline Partner
Colorado-based Denver Air Connection, or DAC for short, has announced a new interline baggage agreement with Delta Air Lines via Facebook.
Advanced Air to Operate U.S.’s Longest Dornier 328 Flight
Advanced Air announces its 12th and 13th destinations, including the longest Dornier 328Jet route in the United States at over 600 miles.
Denver Air Connection Adds 17th Route
Denver Air Connection once again grows in size as they schedule their 17th route
