SkyWest Airlines is Adding an Extra, Seasonal United Express Flight ...

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

SkyWest Airlines is Adding an Extra, Seasonal United Express Flight from Houghton to Chicago! Additional Flight to Chicago Begins June 6 HOUGHTON, Mich. May 2, 2013 – Traveling in and out of the Upper Peninsula will be easier than ever this summer thanks to the addition of a third United Express flight, operated by SkyWest Airlines. The new seasonal flight will be available Sunday-Friday, June 6-Aug. 26 – just in time for summer vacation or any upcoming business trips. “Every summer, there is an increase in the number of people who want to hike, bike, fish or just enjoy the Houghton/Hancock area, and we are pleased to add a third daily flight to meet that demand,” said Mike Thompson, SkyWest Airlines vice president – Market Development. “Save yourself the time, hassle and cost of driving to another airport and take advantage of the convenience you’ll find when you fly out of Houghton County Memorial Airport.” Houghton’s summer flight schedule, beginning June 6, is as follows*: Flight

Freq

Departure Airport

Dept Time

Arrival Airport

Arrival Time

5318

Daily

CMX

5:48 a.m.

ORD

6:05 a.m.

5295

Daily

CMX

2:07 p.m.

ORD

2:30 p.m.

5411

Sun.-Fri.

CMX

6:37 p.m.

ORD

7:00 p.m.

*Flight schedule varies by day of week and is subject to change Each of these well-timed flights will provide passengers with maximum connection opportunities from Chicago O’Hare to destinations around the globe, including the Bahamas, Hawaii, London and Tokyo. With more than 600 daily departures in the Windy City, United makes it easy to get anywhere you want to go! All three daily flights at Houghton County Memorial Airport will be onboard the Bombardiermanufactured Canadair Regional Jet 200 (CRJ200). Each of these 50-passenger aircraft is designed to provide passengers with the best possible travel experience. Customers may begin booking flights immediately at www.united.com or by calling United reservations at 800.UNITED.1 (800.864.8331). Remember, the best fares are always available at www.united.com. This press release and additional information about SkyWest Airlines can be found at www.skywest.com. About SkyWest Airlines: As a leading air service provider offering global access to millions of people each month, SkyWest partners with the world’s largest network carriers including United Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Alaska Airlines and US Airways. With a

fleet of 325 aircraft, SkyWest’s more than 10,000 aviation professionals operate more than 1,800 flights each day to 167 destinations throughout North America. SkyWest is known for its industry-leading workforce, exceptional leadership team, and continued solid operational and economic performance. The airline is headquartered in St. George, Utah. Visit www.skywest.com for more information and follow @SkyWestAirlines on Twitter. (# # #)