West Michigan Aviation Blog

04/16/2012

Direct Air was forced to liquidate its assets today from a judge, meaning the airline will no longer operate another flight. The airline filed for bankruptcy last month after halting flights in order to pay off debt.

04/16/2012

Today marks the unfortunate end to an era. Frontier Airlines operated its last flight from Grand Rapids to Milwaukee, Wisconsin, ending a 20+ year route. Hopefully we'll see the route come back in the near future.

03/30/2012

Not looking forward to seeing the end of an era as Frontier Airlines ends a historic route from Grand Rapids' Gerald R. Ford International Airport to Milwaukee's General Mitchell International Airport on April 16. The route has been active from Grand Rapids for over 20 years!

03/30/2012

And let the Spring Break Travel Rush begin! Make sure you check your flight status before you head to the airport as there are already a couple of flights cancelled today.

01/20/2012

After writing countless letters, Southwest Airlines is finally coming to Grand Rapids, Michigan!

Southwest Media's Online Newsroom with the latest news, press releases, photos and videos from Southwest Airlines Public Relations and Media Team.

12/08/2011

Definately controversial. What do you think about Wisconsin's new advertising campaign?

Satirical video sticks it to the Buckeye State, too.

12/07/2011

30 Rock star Alec Baldwin was booted off an American Airlines flight in a dispute over using electronic devices prior to take off.

11/30/2011

United and Continental are now one airline.

United and Continental today received a single operating certificate from Federal Aviation Administration, a key merger milestone that allows the airlines to operate as a single entity in the eyes of the FAA.

11/29/2011

11/29/2011

Fly Smart. Fly Ford!

The placement of a Gerald R. Ford International Airport billboard near the Muskegon County Airport does not signal the start of a “turf war,” Muskegon County officials say.

11/29/2011

American Airlines parent company AMR Corp files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy. Click on the link to read their filing. As of now, fliers won't be affected in any way, and AMR doesn't expect any fliers to be affected.

11/27/2011

Our condolences are with the Meijer family as a legend has truly passed on. Fred Meijer inspired so many to do so much, and has permanently left a mark on the Grand Rapids area. You will be greatly missed Fred!