SeaPort offers flexibility to fit Salina
Salina, Kan., (March 2011) - SeaPort Airlines has a long reputation of departing early if all passengers are accounted for and ready to go, but when a group of local officials booked the 7:30 a.m. flight and left three hours early this morning, they may have set a new record. " A week before the flight, SeaPort officials checked the passenger list and let the group know if they wanted to leave earlier it wouldn't be a problem. "Had we had additional passengers on the 7:30 flight we'd have had to figure something else out," explain SeaPort Operations Manager Cullen Krause. "One of the benefits of SeaPort is that we have the ability to be flexible and work with the community on short notice to accommodate Salina's air travel needs." SeaPort Airlines' convenience and flexibility not only saved the group money, but allotted them an extra day in Washington instead of travel. Flying on SeaPort to Kansas City and then hopping a flight with a different airline to Washington, the group saved themselves a three-hour car ride in each direction, parking fees and a whole lot of headaches. SeaPort added a plane to the regular flight schedule to accommodate the group as well as other passengers for their return to Salina. "We are fortunate to have SeaPort as our travel option," said Gage. "Their aircraft is comfortable and their convenient arrival and departure schedules are not only affordable, but match up well with the frequent flyer's travel needs. SeaPort is truly an asset for Salina." SeaPort Airlines is a scheduled commuter airline, operating more than 100 total daily scheduled flights within Tennessee, Arkansas, Oregon, Washington, Kansas, Missouri, and Alaska. Each location consistently provides passengers with efficient and convenient service. Without the hassle of waiting in large lines, passengers may arrive just 20 minutes prior to departure. Customers can arrange to be met by a taxi upon landing, creating a smooth transfer to the doorstep of their final destination. All clients are met by friendly and skilled staff members who are willing to answer questions and present a high-quality brand of customer service. Reservations can be made by calling 888-573-2767 or visiting the SeaPort Airlines website at www.SeaPortAirlines.com. The Salina Airport Authority is a body corporate and politic. The Authority was created by the City of Salina in April 1965 pursuant to the authority granted by the City by the surplus property and public airport authority act of the State of Kansas. The Authority is managed and controlled by a five-member Board of Directors appointed by the Salina City Commission. The Salina Airport Authority is home to the Salina Municipal Airport, the Salina Aviation Service Center and the Salina Airport Industrial Center. The board of directors and staff are proactive in providing the citizens ofSalina, Saline County and North Central Kansas with a center that support business and industry, which, in turn, provides jobs and payroll that benefit the region. The Salina Municipal Airport is the only commercial service airport serving Salina/Saline County and the 22-county area, which comprises North Central Kansas. The airport also services the corporate, business, private aviation and flight training needs of industry, business and individuals in the area. 
The flight was booked weeks ago and completely filled with Salina representatives whose final destination is Washington, D.C.
Salina community leaders will meet with our congressional delegation and share with them those federal policy issues and initiatives most important to Salina's future," explained City Manager Jason Gage. "It also provides an opportunity to learn more about the federal legislative process and to build important relationships which have a long-lasting, positive impact on our community."
Source: Salina Municipal Airport
