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Frontier Airlines Launches Nonstop Flights From Miami, Florida to Kingston, Jamaica

KINGSTON, JAMAICA – Feb. 23, 2022 – Low-fare carrier Frontier Airlines (NASDAQ: ULCC) will launch nonstop service between Miami (MIA) and Kingston, Jamaica (KIN) beginning May 5, 2022, marking the airline’s first scheduled service to the Jamaican capital. Flights will operate three times per week year-round. To celebrate, America’s Greenest Airline is offering fares from Miami to Kingston as low as $79*.

New Route from Miami International Airport (MIA):

SERVICE TO:SERVICE START:SERVICE FREQUENCY:INTRO FARE:
Kingston, JamaicaMay 5, 20223X$79*

Frequency and times are subject to change, so please check FlyFrontier.com for the most updated schedule.

Frontier is focused on more than low fares. The carrier offers customers the ability to customize travel to their needs and budget. For example, customers can purchase options a la carte or in one low-priced bundle called the WORKS. This bundle includes refundability, a carry-on bag, a checked bag, the best available seat, waived change fees, and priority boarding.

Allegiant Air Orders Up to 100 737 MAX Jets

Seattle, Washington, January 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ – Boeing [NYSE: BA] and Allegiant Air (NASDAQ: ALGT) today announced an order for 50 737 MAX jets, with options for 50 additional airplanes. In Boeing’s first U.S. ultra-low cost carrier (ULCC) deal, Allegiant selected two models – the 737-7 and 737-8-200 – in the 737 MAX family, which provide the lowest seat-mile costs for a single-aisle airplane and high-dispatch reliability. 

With commonality and improved fuel efficiency, the 737 MAX family enables airlines to optimize their fleets across a broad range of missions. The 737-7 provides low-operating costs that enable carriers to open new routes with less economic risk, and the larger 737-8-200 offers added revenue potential and is right-sized for ULCC market expansion. Compared to Allegiant’s current fleet, the new 737 models will reduce fuel use and carbon emissions by 20%.

Boeing and Allegiant will partner on entry-into-service support, enabling a smooth transition as the carrier adds the 737 into its operation. Allegiant will also utilize a suite of Boeing Global Services digital tools to further enhance operational efficiency. Allegiant currently operates a fleet of 108 Airbus A319 and A320 airplanes.  

As a leading global aerospace company, Boeing develops, manufactures and services commercial airplanes, defense products and space systems for customers in more than 150 countries. As a top U.S. exporter, the company leverages the talents of a global supplier base to advance economic opportunity, sustainability and community impact. Boeing’s diverse team is committed to innovating for the future and living the company’s core values of safety, quality and integrity. Learn more at www.boeing.com.

Frontier Airlines Launches 13 New Nonstop Orlando Routes in November

Low-fare carrier Frontier Airlines (NASDAQ: ULCC) this week launches 13 new nonstop routes from Orlando International Airport (MCO), including service to five international destinations: Costa Rica, El Salvador, Jamaica, Mexico and The Bahamas. The new service expands Frontier’s Orlando route map to 81 nonstop destinations, the most of any airline at MCO and, to celebrate the new service, Frontier is offering introductory fares starting at $19*.

“We’re excited to celebrate another remarkable expansion of service at Orlando International Airport with 13 new routes launching this month, along with three more coming in December,” said Daniel Shurz, senior vice president of commercial, Frontier Airlines. “We’re proud to offer the most nonstop routes of any airline at MCO and look forward to welcoming new travelers onboard to explore our expansive network of international and domestic destinations from Orlando.”

“The start of Frontier’s winter air service expansion is coming at a time when Americans are more ready than ever to travel again,” said Phil Brown, Chief Executive Officer of the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority. “With inaugural flights to domestic and international places like Sioux Falls, Idaho; Montego Bay, Jamaica; and Turks & Caicos, we welcome the ability to increase access to the country’s most visited destination and expanding travel opportunities for Central Florida residents.”

New Routes from Orlando International Airport (MCO):

SERVICE TO: SERVICE START: SERVICE FREQUENCY: INTRO FARE: 
Fort Myers, Fla. (RSW) Nov. 1, 2021 Daily $19* 
Harlingen, Texas (HRL) Nov. 1, 2021 2x Weekly $39* 
Pensacola, Fla. (PNS) Nov. 1, 2021 3x Weekly $19* 
Sioux Falls, S.D. (FSD) Nov. 1, 2021 2x Weekly $49* 
Bentonville, Ark. (XNA) Nov. 1, 2021 2x Weekly $39* 
Montego Bay, Jamaica (MBJ) Nov. 2, 2021 3x Weekly To MBJ: $79* 
Nassau, The Bahamas (NAS) Nov. 2, 2021 4x Weekly To NAS: $49* 
El Paso, Texas (ELP) Nov. 3, 2021 2x Weekly $59* 
Cedar Rapids, Iowa (CID) Nov. 4, 2021 2x Weekly $39* 
Fargo, N.D. (FAR) Nov. 4, 2021 2x Weekly $59* 
San Salvador, El Salvador (SAL) Nov. 4, 2021 2x Weekly To SAL: $69* 
Cozumel, Mexico (CZM) Nov. 6, 2021 1x Weekly To CZM: $69* 
Liberia, Costa Rica (LIR) Nov. 11, 2021 2x Weekly To LIR: $69* 
Antigua & Barbuda (ANU) Dec. 4, 2021 1x Weekly To ANU: $79* 
Belize City, Belize (BZE) Dec. 11, 2021 1x Weekly To BZE: $69* 
Turks & Caicos (PLS) Dec. 19, 2021 1x Weekly To PLS: $79* 

Frequency and times are subject to change, so please check FlyFrontier.com for the most updated schedule.

Frontier Airlines Launches New International Route from Orlando to San Jose, Costa Rica

Low-fare carrier Frontier Airlines (NASDAQ: ULCC) today launches nonstop flights from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to San Jose, Costa Rica. Plus, the airline will begin service to St. Maarten next Thursday, July 10, 2021. To celebrate the new service, Frontier is offering introductory fares to Costa Rica starting at $99*.

“We’re excited to launch service from Orlando to Costa Rica today, and St. Maarten next week,” said Daniel Shurz, senior vice president of commercial, Frontier Airlines. “With the addition of this new service, Frontier now offers 63 nonstop Orlando routes this summer. We have expanded our MCO route network to meet the pent-up desire for summer travel while continuing to offer both affordable fares and a friendly flying experience.”

“Frontier’s start of new international service at Orlando International Airport is an excellent opportunity for travel to two popular markets,” said Phil Brown, Chief Executive Officer of the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority. “With these exciting new destinations in the airline’s network, Frontier continues to solidify its rank as the airline serving the most destinations from Central Florida.”

New Route from Orlando International Airport (MCO):

SERVICE TO: SERVICE START: SERVICE FREQUENCY: INTRO FARE: 
San Jose (SJO) July 1, 2021 2x Weekly To SJO: $99* 

New Route from Orlando International Airport (MCO):

SERVICE TO: SERVICE START: SERVICE FREQUENCY: 
St. Maarten (SXM) July 10, 2021 1x Weekly 

Frequency and times are subject to change, so please check FlyFrontier.com for the most updated schedule.

Frontier Airlines Expands in Las Vegas With Five New Nonstop Routes

Low-fare carrier Frontier Airlines (NASDAQ: ULCC) today announces five new nonstop routes via McCarran International Airport (LAS): Bentonville, Arkansas; Bloomington, Illinois; Memphis; Madison, Wisconsin and Tucson, Arizona beginning this August. Frontier now offers 48 nonstop Las Vegas routes and, to celebrate the new service, is offering introductory fares starting at $19*.

New Routes via McCarran International Airport (LAS):

SERVICE TO/FROM: START DATE: SERVICE FREQUENCY: INTRO FARE: APPLICABLE DAYS FOR INTRO FARE: 
Bentonville, Arkansas (XNA) Aug. 13, 2021 2x Weekly $39* From LAS: Friday To LAS: Monday 
Bloomington, Illinois (BMI) Aug. 12, 2021 2x Weekly $49* From LAS: Thursday To LAS: Sunday 
Memphis (MEM) Aug. 12, 2021 2x Weekly $39* From LAS: Thursday To LAS: Sunday 
Madison, Wisconsin (MSN) Aug. 13, 2021 2x Weekly $39* From LAS: Friday To LAS: Monday 
Tucson, Arizona (TUS) Aug. 13, 2021 2x Weekly $19* From LAS: Friday To LAS: Monday 

Frequency and times are subject to change, so please check FlyFrontier.com for the most updated schedule.

Volaris reports September 2020 traffic results, operating at 84% of 2019 capacity levels

MEXICO CITY, /PRNewswire/ — Volaris (NYSE: VLRS and BMV: VOLAR), the ultra-low-cost airline serving Mexico, the United States and Central America, reports September 2020 preliminary traffic results.

Volaris is well positioned for a continuing post Covid-19 traffic recovery and is regaining capacity at a fast pace, due to its strong ultra-low-cost business model focused on the VFR (Visiting Friends and Relatives) and leisure segments in the domestic and US-transborder markets. Volaris also continues to see success from its efforts to convert first time flyers through its bus switching marketing campaigns in Mexico.

In September 2020, capacity measured by ASMs (Available Seat Miles) was 84.2% compared to the same month of last year. Demand measured by RPMs (Revenue Passenger Miles) was 75.6% of last year. This represents an increase of 2.4% versus August 2020. Volaris transported a total of 1.3 million passengers during September 2020, an increase of 4.1% versus August 2020. Booked load factor for September 2020 was 74.4%, an increase of 1.8 pp versus August 2020. No shows were back to normal levels.

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