Allegiant Air announced new base in Grand Rapids
Low cost airline Allegiant Air announced that it would establish a new base in Grand Rapids. At the same time it will also launch new nonstop service to Myrtle Beach.
From April 27, the low cost airline will base two 150-seat MD-80 series jet aircraft at the airport. Allegiant’s operation will grow to 34 flights per week and 60 well-compensated positions including pilots, ground handlers, customer service agents, flight attendants and aircraft technicians.
“We’re extremely pleased to increase our commitment to West Michigan by making Grand Rapids an Allegiant base,” Maurice J. Gallagher, Jr., Allegiant Travel Company CEO, said. “Though we have been in the community for only a year, the support we’ve been shown for our unique brand of low-cost, nonstop air service has been outstanding. We are happy to further our investment in the community by bringing more service and jobs to the marketplace. Further, we are pleased to announce a new scholarship program for area students.”
