Shenandoah Valley Regional Airport Announces the Arrival Of United Express

Weyers Cave, VA - December 6, 2007

The Shenandoah Valley Regional Airport Commission announced today United Express, operated by Colgan Air, Inc., will begin service to Washington Dulles International Airport February 18, 2008. United Express will replace the current service being operated by US Airways Express. The change to United Express provides seamless service to over 100 destinations across the globe on United Airlines and its Star Alliance partners. Passengers will arrive in the modern “A” concourse at Washington Dulles which provides excellent passenger amenities and direct access to other United and United Express flights.

This new service will be operated on the larger Saab 340 aircraft that was recently announced. Known for its comfort, reliability and advanced technology, the Saab 340 offers 34 seats with ample leg and headroom, a quiet ride, full lavatory and overhead storage for carry-on luggage. A professional flight attendant is also on board to enhance passenger comfort.

Colgan Air, Inc, operating as United Express, will operate three daily weekday and two daily weekend departures and arrivals for passengers arriving and departing Shenandoah Valley Regional Airport. Customers can expect the same exceptional customer service and convenience they have come to expect from their local Airport.  Tickets now available for the new SHD service beginning February 18, 2008.

“We are pleased to announce the arrival of the United Express product to the Shenandoah Valley” said Gerald Garber, Chairman of the Airport Commission. “The time-saving convenience of SHD, coupled with more competitive fares, improved connections at United’s Washington hub, and the larger Saab aircraft brings world class service to the Shenandoah Valley.”
 
The Airport has been in negotiations with Colgan Air for some time for the larger aircraft and conversion to the United system. “Our customers have told us repeatedly that SHD is their airport of choice and that they desired the larger aircraft, more competitive fares and better connections. That is exactly what Colgan has delivered. We trust the traveling public will support this investment made by Colgan in our community.” said Greg Campbell, Executive Director of the facility. We look forward to ReUniting the Valley travelers with their Airport.

For more information contact Greg Campbell at (540) 234-8304, Shenandoah Valley Regional Airport.

For booking information contact Tammy Powell, SHD Fare Specialist, at (540) 234-8304, contact a travel professional or visit www.united.com.