SkyWest Airlines is a regional carrier based in Utah offering flights to around 40 US states and to Canada. With a fleet size of almost 300, the airline operates flights for several other carriers under their own names. In 1972, a local St. George, Utah businessmen named Ralph Atkin purchased Dixie Airlines to create a regular air link between St. George and Salt Lake City. Following a few years of financial problems, the airline acquired Sun Aire Lines in 1984 and began expanding the route network across the western US. In 2005, SkyWest Airlines acquired Atlantic Southest Airlines (ASA) from Delta, making it the largest regional carrier within the USA. As SkyWest Airlines, the central hub is based in Milwaukee, however the airline also operates flights for Delta Connection and United Express, meaning the airline belongs to both the Star Alliance and SkyTeam and depending on the flight, customers can make use of the United or Delta bonus programs. Although ASA and SkyWest operate as separate airlines, they are both owned by SkyWest, Inc.
Airline Information SkyWest Airlines
- Founded: 1972
- Location: St. George, Utah
- Owner(s): Skywest, Inc.
- Fleet Size: 286
- Number of Destinations: 160
- Destinations: Mainly destinations within the USA, 5 provinces in Canada and one city in Mexico
- Type of Aircraft: Embraer EMB 120ER Brasilia / Bombardier CRJ200 / CRJ700 / CRJ900
- Alliance: SkyTeam / Star Alliance
- Frequent Flyer Program: Mileage Plus, SkyMiles, A+ Rewards
Note: Information updated June 2010. Please visit the airline's official website for up to date information.