The Port of Port Angeles is very happy to announce that we are one step closer to having daily commercial flights out of William R. Fairchild International Airport to SeaTac. Please read the press release below from Dash Air Shuttle and stay tuned in the coming months for more info.
DASH AIR SHUTTLE TO SERVE PORT ANGELES
New airline to offer flights between Port Angeles and Seattle-Tacoma Intl Airport
Seattle, WA, April 27, 2021 – Dash Air Shuttle, a new Pacific Northwest based airline announced plans to begin service from William R. Fairchild International Airport (CLM) in Port Angeles, WA to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) during the third quarter of 2021. Dash intends to serve the Port Angeles – Seattle market with up to four daily flights timed for making connections to other airlines at SEA. Schedule, fares, and other service details will be announced over the next couple of months as the airline receives regulatory approvals.
“We’re excited to restore this vital transportation link to Port Angeles and the greater Olympic Peninsula region. Access to reliable and efficient air service provides significant economic benefits to the region. After a quick 30-minute flight to SeaTac, locals and visitors alike will have access to over 115 unique non-stop cities beyond Seattle. We’re thankful for the support and commitment from the Port of Port Angeles, Port Angeles Chamber of Commerce, and the city of Port Angeles and look forward to growing and developing a strong air service market,” says Clint Ostler, President.
“The Port is excited to welcome Dash Air Shuttle, regaining commercial air service has been in our strategic plan for several years. Flights to Seattle are key for future economic development in our region and we look forward to partnering with Dash to serve our community, says Steven Burke, Commission President, Port of Port Angeles.