U.S. regional carrier Silver Airways will launch twice weekly flights between Louis Armstrong International Airport in New Orleans and Jacksonville, Florida starting June 3, 2021.
On Tuesday (April 6, 2021), Florida-based regional carrier Silver Airways announced the launch of twice weekly nonstop flights between New Orleans and Jacksonville starting June 3, 2021. The new route will also provide seamless connectivity to Silver’s extensive Florida, Bahamian and Caribbean networks. Additionally, customers can also connect domestically and internationally with the airline’s codeshare and interline partners. To celebrate the launch of the new route, Silver is offering introductory fares starting at only $79 for travel from June 3rd through July 11, 2021.
In Tuesday’s announcement, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport’s Director of Aviation, Kevin Dolliole, said,
“We are pleased to welcome Silver Airways to New Orleans with nonstop service to Jacksonville. We continue to work to provide more opportunities to connect New Orleans to the rest of the country and vice versa. This is just the beginning of what we hope will be a great partnership.”
Also commenting on the new route, Silver Airways’ Chief Executive Officer, Steve Rossum, added,
“We are very excited to serve New Orleans, Louisiana and the surrounding Gulf Coast communities. New Orleans is a vibrant city with a unique culture known for its lively music scene, distinct cuisine, and Southern charm. Steeped in history with deep roots in African, French, and Spanish cultures, the city of New Orleans delivers a charming experience with scenic parks and outdoor activities, countless museums and historical sites showcasing its incredible architecture. We are delighted to arrive in the Big Easy and look forward to providing safe, reliable, and friendly service to the community here.”
Hollywood, Florida-based Silver Airways is America’s leading independent regional airline operating intra-Florida routes and service between Florida and the Bahamas from gateways in Fort Lauderdale, Orlando and Tampa. The carrier’s Caribbean network connects Puerto Rico with the U.S. Virgin Islands, Anguilla, St. Maarten, St. Kitts, and Dominica and Santiago in the Dominican Republic. Silver Airways is a codeshare partner with United Airlines, JetBlue Airways, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Avianca and Copa Airlines. United Airlines MileagePlus® and JetBlue TrueBlue® loyalty program members can earn frequent flyer awards for travel throughout the Silver network. Silver Airways is proud to be the North American launch customer for the all-new ATR 42-600 series aircraft.
Source: Silver Airways