Now Serving Six Destinations in the Empire State
Low-Cost Airline Offers $79(a) Introductory Fares to Florida
Three Additional Flights to the Sunshine State Begin January 5
NEW YORK, Dec. 19, 2006 (PRIME NEWSWIRE) -- JetBlue Airways Corporation (Nasdaq:JBLU) today begins daily nonstop service between Newburgh's Stewart International Airport (SWF), in New York's Hudson Valley, and Fort Lauderdale and Orlando, Florida. Beginning January 5, a second daily flight will be added to each destination. Additionally, daily nonstop service to West Palm Beach, Florida will begin January 5, making the low-cost carrier the largest airline serving Stewart International Airport.
To celebrate its Empire State expansion, the airline is currently offering a special $79(a) fare each way to Fort Lauderdale, Orlando or West Palm Beach from Newburgh. Regular one-way fares to/from Newburgh will start at $99(a). The Hudson Valley is JetBlue's sixth New York destination, in addition to John F. Kennedy and LaGuardia Airports, Buffalo, Rochester and Syracuse.
"We are New York's hometown airline, and we are committed to making air travel affordable, fun and friendly for our Hudson Valley customers as well as New Yorkers throughout the state," said David Neeleman, CEO and Founder of JetBlue. "We look forward to providing the Hudson Valley with more options and more value for their airfare."
"I always knew that Stewart and JetBlue would make a nice couple, but now we know that they are a match made in heaven," said U.S. Senator Charles E. Schumer. "This new expanded service will drive down airfares for people throughout the Hudson Valley, including Westchester and Rockland Counties and the entire mid-Hudson area. Not only does this help make air travel more affordable for local passengers, low fares also translate into economic growth. They will be a huge boost for the region and I was proud to lead the fight to bring them here."
"The commencement of low-cost passenger service by JetBlue Airways is another important step in realizing the full potential of Stewart Airport. Area residents will benefit from having access to a greater number of affordable and convenient flights to Florida," said Congressman Maurice Hinchey (D-NY). "I'm hopeful and also confident that we can build on this significant step forward. We need to continue our efforts to improve and expand the services offered by Stewart Airport, which is critical to long-term economic development in the Hudson Valley."
"Today, JetBlue starts flying out of Stewart," said Chuck Seliga, President and COO of Stewart International Airport. "I have heard many, many positive comments about JetBlue and the publicity has been extensive. We are very happy to welcome the low-fare carrier here as our partners and I know that the entire community will support JetBlue's service in the Hudson Valley."
JetBlue will operate flights to Florida with its Airbus A320 aircraft. The 156-seat aircraft offers customers roomy all-leather seats, 36 channels of free DIRECTV(r) programming (b) on seat-back televisions as well as a selection of first-run movies and bonus features for a small additional fee from FOX InFlight(tm). JetBlue customers enrolled in the airline's flight gratitude program, TrueBlue, will earn two TrueBlue points each way, with double points awarded for travel purchased online at www.jetblue.com. Customers can earn TrueBlue points even faster by using the JetBlue Card from American Express. Every time cardholders purchase JetBlue travel with the Card, or earn at least one TrueBlue point through other purchasing using the Card, all TrueBlue points in the member's account automatically extend for another 12 months.
JetBlue's Service between Newburgh, NY and Fort Lauderdale, FL:
Newburgh, NY (SWF) to Fort Lauderdale (FLL) to Fort Lauderdale (FLL) Newburgh, NY (SWF) ---------------------------- ---------------------------- Depart -- Arrive Depart -- Arrive 7:10am - 10:20am 8:15am - 11:05am (effective 1/5/07) (effective 1/5/07) 2:40pm - 5:45pm 5:00pm - 7:50pm (effective 12/19/06-1/4/07) (effective 1/5/07) 6:55pm - 10:00pm 6:45pm - 9:35pm (effective 1/5/07) (effective 12/19/06-1/4/07)
JetBlue's Service between Newburgh, NY and Orlando, FL:
Newburgh, NY (SWF) to Orlando (MCO) to Orlando (MCO) Newburgh, NY (SWF) ---------------------------- ---------------------------- Depart -- Arrive Depart -- Arrive 7:30am - 10:20am 11:10am - 1:50pm (effective 12/19/06-1/4/07) (effective 12/19/06-1/4/07) 8:00am - 10:50am 11:30am - 2:10pm (effective 1/5/07) (effective 1/5/07) 3pm - 5:55pm 6:35pm - 9:15pm (effective 1/5/07) (effective 1/5/07)
JetBlue's Service between Newburgh, NY and West Palm Beach, FL:
Newburgh, NY (SWF) to West Palm Beach (PBI) to West Palm Beach, FL (PBI) Newburgh, NY (SWF) ---------------------------- ---------------------------- Depart -- Arrive Depart -- Arrive 11:45am - 2:45pm 3:30pm - 6:15pm (effective 1/5/07) (effective 1/5/07)
In the six years since its launch, JetBlue Airways has focused on creating a new airline category - an airline that offers value, service and style. Based out of New York City, the low-cost carrier currently serves 49 destinations with up to 470 flights daily. Onboard JetBlue, customers enjoy roomy leather seats and 36 channels of free DIRECTV(r) programming (a), the most live TV available on any airline. On flights longer than two hours, a selection of first-run movies and bonus features from FOX InFlight(tm) is also available. JetBlue offers customers generous brand name snacks and beverages, including freshly brewed Dunkin' Donuts(r) coffee, and delicious wines selected by the airline's Low Fare Sommelier, Josh Wesson from Best Cellars(r). On overnight flights from the West, the airline now offers Shut-Eye Service(tm), with a comfort kit designed exclusively for JetBlue by Bliss Spa and other special amenities including a "good morning" hot towel service. With JetBlue, all seats are assigned, all travel is ticketless, all fares are one-way, and an overnight stay is never required. For information or reservations call 1-800-JETBLUE (1-800-538-2583) or visit www.jetblue.com.
(a) All fares are subject to change without notice. Sale fares require up to a 7-day advance purchase. All travel must be booked by December 23, 2006, 11:59 PM MST for travel between January 5, 2007 and February 14, 2007. All travel must be completed by February 14, 2007. Sale fares may not be available on all days or on all flights. Travel must take place Sunday through Wednesday (for southbound travel) and Tuesday through Friday (for northbound travel). Sale fares may not be available on all days or on all flights. Sale fares are most often found on midweek travel date. All fares must be purchased at time of reservation, and are one-way, nonrefundable, and nontransferable. Cancellations and changes can be made prior to scheduled departure for $30 at 1-800-JETBLUE, or at jetblue.com (in the case of changes), with applicable fare adjustment. Cancellations are for a JetBlue travel credit only, which is valid for one year. If a reservation is not changed or canceled prior to scheduled departure, all money associated with the reservation is forfeited. Fares do not include Passenger Facility Charges of up to $9 each way, September 11th Security Fees of up to $5 each way and a Federal Segment Tax of $3.30 (effective 1/1/07 $3.40) per domestic segment. A segment is a takeoff and landing. All taxes and fees must be paid at the time of purchase. JetBlue reserves the right to deny boarding to passengers without proper documentation. Other restrictions apply. (c)2006 JetBlue Airways
(b) DIRECTV(r) service is not available on flights outside the continental United States; however, where applicable FOX InFlight(tm) is offered complimentary on these routes. FOX InFlight(tm) is a trademark of Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation. JetBlue's in-flight entertainment is powered by LiveTV, a wholly owned subsidiary of JetBlue.
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