https:\/\/www.skywest.com\/mechanic<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nThis new location will support SkyWest\u2019s reliable and safe passenger service for business and leisure travelers from across the state and nation. SkyWest operates multiple daily flights as United Express to Denver, Chicago, and Houston from Salina. These flights provide vital connectivity by allowing travelers to easily connect to United\u2019s global network.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
SkyWest\u2019s decision to open the Salina maintenance base is aligned with Governor Laura Kelly\u2019s initiative to expand aviation maintenance, repair, and overhaul operations across Kansas, and was made possible by support from the Kansas Department of Commerce, City of Salina, Saline County, Salina Airport Authority, and the Salina Community Economic Development Organization.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cSkyWest\u2019s decision to establish a maintenance base in Salina reflects Kansas\u2019 ability to compete and deliver for world-class aviation partners,\u201d Kansas Department of Commerce Deputy Secretary Joshua Jefferson said. \u201cWe\u2019ve made deliberate investments in workforce, infrastructure and airport readiness, and this announcement shows that those efforts are paying off. Salina is positioned to support SkyWest\u2019s growth today and well into the future.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Salina Airport Authority executive director Pieter Miller said, \u201cSkyWest adds to a growing aviation ecosystem that includes the Kansas State University Salina Aerospace and Technology Campus, Textron, and Garmin.\u201d He added that, \u201cthe SkyWest Salina maintenance facility will support the development and growth of Salina flights to United Airlines\u2019 hubs at Denver, Chicago, and Houston.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cWe are excited to establish a maintenance presence in Salina,\u201d said Joe Sigg, SkyWest\u2019s VP of Maintenance. \u201cWe appreciate the local and statewide support and look forward to building a team of technicians dedicated to SkyWest\u2019s standards of excellence here in Salina.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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