Salina Airport Authority Reporting Points
Air Midwest, Inc., operating at KSLN as US Airways
Express has available a special $99 round-trip fare on
flights between Salina and the Kansas City
International Airport during the month of February for
use in conjunction with the Virgin Atlantic GlobalFlyer
world flight.
"This is a great opportunity for people to come to
Salina and see all the community has to offer in
addition to being able to witness history in the
making," said Tim Rogers, Executive Director of the
Salina Airport Authority. US Airways Expess is
offering the special $99 rountrip fare to support the
community's involvement in pilot Steve Fossett's
world-record attempt to circumnavigate the globe
nonstop, solo, and unrefueled in the Virgin Atlantic
GlobalFlyer.
Air Midwest, Inc., a subsidiary of Mesa Air Group,
Phoeniz, AZ, recently announced the following:
- January 25, 2005 - Announced 1st quarter after
tax earnings of $13.9 million including $252.5 million in
cash, marketable securities and debt
investments.
- January 26, 2005 - Consolidating 1900D fleet,
dedicating 21 aircraft to servicing cities in
conjunction with the government subsidized Essential
Air Service Program.
To obtain the special low fare contact US Airways
reservations at 1.800.428.4322. Visit the airline
information page at http://www.salinaairport.com
for flight schedules and additional information
The Salina Municipal Airport was selected as the
launch site for the Virgin Atlantic GlobalFlyer record
attempt because of its geographic location, excellent
runway and facilities, and the community's spirit and
positive attitude. The Virgin Atlantic GlobalFlyer
Mission Control will also be based in Salina on the
campus of Kansas State University at Salina.
Media representatives that would like to cover the
upcoming world record attempt may contact:
Jim Gregory, James Gregory Consultancy,
316.832.9733.
jim@jimgregoryworks.com
