FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla., Jan. 13, 2010 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gulfstream International Airlines (AMEX:GIA) today announced details of its February 11, 2010 schedule change that will enhance service from several Florida points. Among the changes will be the resumption of seasonal non-stop service linking Palm Beach International Airport with the state capitol in Tallahassee. International service will also be enhanced as non-stop service between Palm Beach International and Marsh Harbour, Bahamas will be increased from one to two weekday frequencies. Fort Lauderdale International will see increased weekday frequencies to both North Eleuthera, Bahamas (from 1 weekday roundtrip to 3) and to Treasure Cay, Bahamas (from 1 weekday roundtrip to 2).
Service Expansion Summary:
Seasonal Service between Palm Beach and Tallahassee resumes with 2
weekday roundtrips
Weekday service between Palm Beach and Marsh Harbour increased from
1 to 2 roundtrips
Weekday service between Ft. Lauderdale and North Eleuthera increased
from 1 to 3 roundtrips
Weekday service between Ft. Lauderdale and Treasure Cay increased
from 1 to 2 roundtrips
These new flights will be operated under Gulfstream's "Continental Connection" affiliation with Continental Airlines. Under this arrangement, Gulfstream coordinates pricing and schedules with Continental Airlines. Gulfstream passengers enjoy a seamless travel experience as through ticketing and baggage transfer is offered. Gulfstream passengers may participate in the Continental OnePass Frequent Flyer program and may book their flights and select their seats via Continental's website, continental.com. .
"As a Florida based company, Gulfstream is delighted to expand our schedule with additional non-stop air service linking Palm Beach with both the state capitol in Tallahassee and Marsh Harbour in the Bahamas. We are tremendously excited to grow our Ft. Lauderdale service with these additional frequencies to both North Eleuthera and Treasure Cay in the Bahamas. Gulfstream remains committed to providing reliable, quality Florida air service at reasonable prices," said David Hackett, Gulfstream's President and CEO.
Gulfstream currently operates 23 aircraft with over 150 daily system departures throughout Florida, the Bahamas and now with service at Cleveland, OH. Gulfstream operates as Continental Connection, under contractual agreement with Continental Airlines. Additionally Gulfstream has codeshare relationships with United Airlines and Copa Airlines of Panama. The Company, with its headquarters in Ft. Lauderdale, has approximately 500 employees, the bulk of which are Florida based. Gulfstream is a member of the Regional Airline Association.
For further information regarding this press release please contact Mickey Bowman at 270-303-8719 or mbowma@gulfstreamair.com or visit our website at www.gulfstreamair.com.
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