The Island Air operating certificate sale cleared its first hurdle by receiving an OK by the US Bankruptcy Court. … [Read more...] about Island Air Operating Certificate Sale Cleared
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Hawaiian Holdings Offers to Purchase Island Air Assets
The demise of Island Air was quick and tumultuous, but the story isn't over yet. Now Hawaiian Holdings offers to purchase Island Air assets. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Holdings Offers to Purchase Island Air Assets
BREAKING: Island Air Will Cease Operations
Hawaii's embattled inter-island airline Island Air will cease operations at 12:01 a.m. on Saturday, November 11, 2017. … [Read more...] about BREAKING: Island Air Will Cease Operations
Trouble at Island Air and Southwest
There's trouble at Island Air and Southwest Airlines. One could derail the entire airline, while the other could severely impact service. … [Read more...] about Trouble at Island Air and Southwest
Island Air Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
Island Air files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection amid continued losses. … [Read more...] about Island Air Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
Island Air Retires Final ATR
While most of us had Labor Day off, the airlines continued to fly. And here in Hawaii, one reached a significant milestone: Island Air retires final ATR-72 from its fleet. … [Read more...] about Island Air Retires Final ATR
Hawaii Airlines Forge New Partnerships
Hawaii's two largest locally-based airlines have been busy building new business. Both Hawaiian Air and Island Air have been busy growing their fleets and route networks. But now, both these Hawaii Airlines forge new partnerships to continue to diversify their growth. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Airlines Forge New Partnerships
Island Air Nearly Doubles Flight Schedule
Less than two months ago, Hawaii's Island Air accepted its first brand new Bombardier Q400. That moment was a huge turning point for the carrier and a step in the right direction. Not only are the new aircraft faster, quieter, and more efficient, but they're but they're much more reliable. This increased reliability also allows a dramatic shift in operations as Island Air … [Read more...] about Island Air Nearly Doubles Flight Schedule
Island Air Accepts First Q400
Island Air, the only other scheduled passenger airline in the State of Hawaii is modernizing its fleet. Throughout its history, Island Air has operated a variety of different turboprop aircraft, the most recent of which was is the ATR72. But for most of its modern history, Island Air had operated Bombardier Dash 8 aircraft; specifically the -100 type. That tiny aircraft was … [Read more...] about Island Air Accepts First Q400
Hawaiian’s New Uniforms & Island Air Bag Fees
Hawaiian's New Uniforms Hawaiian Airlines has been on a bit of a evolution lately. The airline recently introduced its first lie-flat premium product, its first premium lounge, and is changing up its catering. They've been rumored to be undertaking a rebranding initiative too, which may include a new livery. But for now, the next change we'll see on-board our Hawaiian Air … [Read more...] about Hawaiian’s New Uniforms & Island Air Bag Fees