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AirTran Airways to begin serving Port Columbus In November


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AirTran Airways to begin serving Port Columbus In November
AirTran Airways announced that it will begin serving Port Columbus in November with nonstop flights to Atlanta, Fort Myers and Orlando.

 

On 06-Nov, AirTran Airways will begin daily nonstop service to Atlanta and nonstop service to Orlando and Fort Myers five days a week, with daily service starting 20-Nov. Airtran Airways will operate out of Concourse C using Boeing 717 and 737 aircraft. AirTran Airways offers both business and coach seating options on all flights and operates one of the world’s youngest fleets.

John P. Kirby, AirTran Airways’ Senior Director, Strategic Planning and Scheduling said, “We’re proud to add Columbus to the list of Buckeye State cities served by AirTran Airways,” Whether traveling for business or pleasure, central Ohioans will love our high-quality service, affordable fares to over 50 destinations including non-stops to Atlanta, Georgia, Orlando, Florida, and Fort Myers, Florida, and XM Satellite radio at every seat.”

Elaine Roberts, President & CEO of the Columbus Regional Airport Authority said, “Cities face strong competition for air service and we sincerely appreciate that AirTran Airways evaluated and selected Columbus as its next destination,” “We know local travelers will appreciate having even more options when they consider their next business or leisure trip.”


(c) Centre for Asia Pacific Aviation. Date posted: 21-Aug-08

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