Midwest Airlines to Expand Its MD-80 Jet Fleet
12-11-2006, 06:09 PM
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Midwest Airlines to Expand Its MD-80 Jet Fleet
Midwest Airlines to Expand Its MD-80 Jet Fleet
MILWAUKEE, Dec. 7 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Midwest Airlines (Amex: MEH) today said it has signed a letter of intent to acquire two additional MD-80 series jet aircraft. The acquisitions will expand Midwest's fleet of MD-80s -- which seat 143-147 passengers in the airline's Saver Service configuration -- from 11 to 13.
The airline plans to put the planes into revenue service in the first half of 2007, after completion of maintenance work, refurbishment and painting in the Midwest Airlines livery. The carrier expects to use the newly acquired aircraft to expand long-haul flying from its Milwaukee hub, with route and schedule details to be announced at a later date.
"The acquisition of these aircraft provides new opportunities for Midwest and its customers," said Scott R. Dickson, Midwest Airlines senior vice president and chief marketing officer. "We're always pleased to offer travelers more flights and more exposure to our award-winning customer service."
The agreement is subject to final negotiations regarding specific terms and conditions. Terms were not disclosed.
Midwest Airlines features jet service throughout the United States, including Milwaukee's most daily nonstop flights and best schedule to major destinations. Catering primarily to business travelers and discerning leisure travelers, the airline earned its reputation as "The best care in the air" by providing passengers with impeccable service and onboard amenities at competitive fares. Skyway Airlines, Inc. -- Midwest's wholly owned subsidiary -- operates as Midwest Connect and offers connections to Midwest Airlines as well as point-to-point service between select markets on regional jet and turboprop aircraft. Together, the airlines offer service to 47 cities. More information is available at http://www.midwestairlines.com .
MILWAUKEE, Dec. 7 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Midwest Airlines (Amex: MEH) today said it has signed a letter of intent to acquire two additional MD-80 series jet aircraft. The acquisitions will expand Midwest's fleet of MD-80s -- which seat 143-147 passengers in the airline's Saver Service configuration -- from 11 to 13.
The airline plans to put the planes into revenue service in the first half of 2007, after completion of maintenance work, refurbishment and painting in the Midwest Airlines livery. The carrier expects to use the newly acquired aircraft to expand long-haul flying from its Milwaukee hub, with route and schedule details to be announced at a later date.
"The acquisition of these aircraft provides new opportunities for Midwest and its customers," said Scott R. Dickson, Midwest Airlines senior vice president and chief marketing officer. "We're always pleased to offer travelers more flights and more exposure to our award-winning customer service."
The agreement is subject to final negotiations regarding specific terms and conditions. Terms were not disclosed.
Midwest Airlines features jet service throughout the United States, including Milwaukee's most daily nonstop flights and best schedule to major destinations. Catering primarily to business travelers and discerning leisure travelers, the airline earned its reputation as "The best care in the air" by providing passengers with impeccable service and onboard amenities at competitive fares. Skyway Airlines, Inc. -- Midwest's wholly owned subsidiary -- operates as Midwest Connect and offers connections to Midwest Airlines as well as point-to-point service between select markets on regional jet and turboprop aircraft. Together, the airlines offer service to 47 cities. More information is available at http://www.midwestairlines.com .
12-12-2006, 02:43 AM
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Originally Posted by MikeB525
They put out a whole news article for two airframes? Must have been a really slow news day in MKE. I would've just cracked a beer and popped some cheeze.
For Midwest, the announcement of an additional two airframes is cause for celebration. TH at his finest. LOL
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