Airport celebrates launch of nonstop jet service to/from Philadelphia
July 1, 2022 – Plattsburgh, NY – Contour Airlines began flight operations today between Plattsburgh International Airport (PBG) and Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). Contour Airlines will offer 12 weekly trips to Philadelphia on a 30-passenger jet, with two round trips available each day, except on Tuesdays and Saturdays, where only one round trip will be available. As an American Airlines interline partner, Contour offers travelers the ability to ticket seamlessly from PBG, through Philadelphia International Airport and connect to a variety of destinations on American Airlines.
At today’s inaugural celebration, passengers and local dignitaries held a plane-side welcome event followed by a water cannon salute over the first Contour Airlines departing aircraft. Both arriving and departing passengers were treated with Contour Airlines branded giveaway items, marking the start of new service. The inaugural flight took off from PBG to Philadelphia at approximately 8:00 a.m. local time and will provide convenient, nonstop and connecting access to and from the Plattsburgh International Airport.
“Today is an exciting day as Contour Air takes its inaugural flight from Plattsburgh International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport,” said Mark Henry, Chairman of the Clinton County Legislature (R-Area 3, Chazy.) “Providing top-notch air service to the residents of Clinton County remains a priority for the legislature. Today’s flight is a true testament of the collaborative work done by our federal, state, and local officials along with leaders in the business community to continue this service. Safe travels to all on this maiden flight!”
“Seeing Contour’s plane here today shows their commitment to servicing our region with experience and fostering continued growth.,” Robert Hall, Chairman Plattsburgh International Airport Committee (D-Ward 10, City of Plattsburgh.) “Our airport traffic continues to increase to pre-pandemic levels and we know this partnership will only help our airport grow. We thank Contour for their partnership and look forward to welcoming many more passengers on this flight!”
“Contour Airline’s regional jet service to Philadelphia is a welcome addition to the community and reflects the hard work of the airport committee and Contour Airlines staff to make this happen.” said Plattsburgh International Airport Director Chris Kreig. “We look forward to supporting the region’s travel needs and continued economic growth, and giving travelers from Philadelphia and beyond the opportunity to enjoy the great recreational opportunities of the North Country.”
“Contour is excited to bring our reliable jet service to Plattsburgh. I know that travelers will appreciate our low fares and the worldwide connectivity that our relationship with American Airlines brings to the area. We look forward to being Plattsburgh’s air carrier for many years to come,” said Matt Chaifetz, CEO of Contour Airlines.
“The Chamber has long said that where things move is where prosperity occurs,” states Garry Douglas, President of the North Country Chamber of Commerce. “That’s why Plattsburgh International is so important, not only as a convenience but as a support for business and for our regional economy. We welcome Contour’s Philadelphia service as a next chapter, building upon the proven demand and need for such non-strop jet service to a major eastern hub. We thank them for their commitment and confidence and look forward to working with them to help maximize use by our regional businesses and institutions, by tourists coming to the Adirondacks, and by our Canadian friends connecting to destinations across the U.S. and beyond. Onward and upward!”
The new Contour Airlines service is part of an announcement by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) as part of continued Essential Air Service at the Plattsburgh International Airport through the Alternate Essential Air Service program (AES). DOT will provide almost $10 million for AES over a 27-month term from July 1, 2022 through September 30, 2024.
All scheduled nonstop flights between PBG and the Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) are available for purchase at www.contourairlines.com. Passengers wishing to book connecting flights, beyond PHL, should visit www.aa.com, and search for flight options from Plattsburgh (PBG) to their destination of choice.
ABOUT CONTOUR AIRLINES
Contour Airlines offers a premium, low-fare airline product that includes a complimentary first checked bag and snack and beverage service on all flights. Contour operates a growing fleet of Embraer regional jets featuring leather seating with expanded legroom in every row. Tickets are available for purchase on Contour’s website at contourairlines.com, by calling the Contour call center at (888) 332-6686, and through local and online travel agencies. Travelers can also book seamless connections to our interline partner, American Airlines, at aa.com. As one of the largest Part 135 operators in the United States, Contour Aviation operates a diverse fleet of aircraft that includes regional airliners for its commercial service as well as numerous business jets available for private charter. The company also offers fuel and aircraft handling services at the John C. Tune Airport in Nashville as well as retail aircraft maintenance at a facility adjacent to its headquarters in Smyrna, TN.
