LOUISVILLE, Ky., Nov. 15 /PRNewswire/ -- Worldwide Flight Services, the
world's leading independent aviation services provider, has been awarded a
contract to provide passenger, ramp and de-icing services for Midway Airlines
at the Louisville, Ky. (SDF) Airport.
The Worldwide services, initiated Oct. 15, provide support for Midway's
three new daily non-stop flights between Raleigh-Durham (RDU) and Louisville
(SDF).
"We are proud to be the first to offer non-stop service between Louisville
and Raleigh-Durham and look forward to the success of this important new
service," said Russ Elander, Midway's Director of Field Services. "Worldwide
Flight Services has an excellent reputation and we're looking forward to a
long relationship with the company.
"Louisville is not only a major distribution hub, but it is also one of
the largest convention and meeting centers in the United States. These new
flights provide direct connections to Midway's Raleigh-Durham hub, using our
newest Canadair Regional Jets, which have a great reputation for passenger
comfort and reliability," said Elander.
"We are certainly pleased to add Midway Airlines to our growing list of
clients at the Louisville airport," said Bill Moberly, Worldwide Flight
Service's General Manager at SDF. "Our employees are committed to providing
high quality ramp, passenger and de-icing services to ensure that Midway's new
daily flights run smoothly."
Worldwide also handles fueling services for Midway at RDU and provides
fueling, de-icing and vehicle maintenance services for Midway in Newburgh,
N.Y. (SWF).
Midway has taken delivery of 18 new 50-seat Canadair regional jets, and
has firm orders to acquire eight additional CRJ's and 17 new 128-seat Boeing
737-700s. As of Nov. 18, Midway and its commuter partner will operate
214 daily non-stop flights between Raleigh-Durham (RDU) and 25 destinations in
16 states. The company flies one of the youngest all-jet fleets in the world
with an average age of just 2.3 years.
Worldwide Flight Services is a world leader in comprehensive, top-quality
ground services for the aviation industry. The company provides a full range
of services on behalf of 300 airlines and airport authorities in more than
90 key locations around the world. These include cargo, passenger and ramp
handling services, as well as technical assistance including jetbridge
maintenance, fueling and management services. Worldwide recently acquired
Miami Aircraft Support, Inc. in Florida and Aerolink International, Inc. of
Pittsburgh, Pa., continuing to strengthen its position as one of the world's
largest independent aviation service providers.
Additional information about Worldwide Flight Services can be accessed via
the company's web site: http://www.wwflightservices.com.
SOURCE Worldwide Flight Services
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