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ORLANDO, Fla., Sept. 14 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- AirTran Airways, a subsidiary of AirTran Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: AAI), today announced the expansion of the airline's operations from Chicago's Midway International Airport with new nonstop service to Miami International Airport and Palm Beach International Airport.
As the fastest growing low-fare airline in Chicago, AirTran Airways is the only carrier to offer nonstop service to these popular Florida destinations from Midway Airport. The routes will take effect on February 7, 2007, and will operate on the efficient Boeing 717-200 and 737-700 aircraft, which make up the airline's youngest all-Boeing fleet in the country.
"Today's announcement of new nonstop service is in direct response to overwhelming customer demand for a more affordable and convenient travel option for Chicago customers to Miami and West Palm Beach," said Kevin Healy, AirTran Airways' vice president of planning and scheduling. "The new service is a testament to our commitment to the Chicago area and we will continue to provide travelers with convenient, affordable options without sacrificing our top-notch customer service and everyday low fares."
"We are pleased that AirTran Airways has steadily increased service at Midway International Airport," said Chicago Aviation Commissioner Nuria I. Fernandez. "This expansion will offer an even greater number of travel options for the citizens of Chicago and surrounding communities."
With these new flights AirTran Airways will offer 33 daily departures from Chicago (Midway) and continues to amplify its presence in the Windy City as Miami and West Palm Beach will be the airline's ninth and tenth nonstop markets. Other Chicago (Midway) nonstop destinations served by the airline include: Atlanta, Boston, Charlotte, Dallas/Ft. Worth, Minneapolis/St. Paul, New York (Newark), Orlando and Sarasota/Bradenton.
Media Contacts: Tad Hutcheson
tad.hutcheson@airtran.com
678.254.7442
Judy Graham-Weaver
judy.graham-weaver@airtran.com
678.254.7448
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