AirTran to open service to Branson, MO
AirTran Airways is to begin service from Atlanta Hartsfield to Branson, Missouri on 11 May 2009. The route will be served by Boeing 717-200 aircraft, seating 117 passengers (12 in business class and 105 in coach).
"This is the manifestation of all our hard work to make this airport a reality. AirTran Airways is a perfect fit for the Branson Airport," said Steve Peet, CEO, Branson Airport. "Nonstop, low-cost air travel to and from Branson was the goal when we started this project. We are thrilled that the number-one ranked airline in the 2008 Airline Quality Rating study is our first national carrier."