Air Wisconsin

Air Wisconsin Airlines is a regional airline based in Appleton, Wisconsin, operating as a contract carrier for major U.S. network airlines. Founded in 1965, it has a long history of providing regional air service throughout the Midwest and beyond, adapting its partnerships over the decades as the airline industry evolved. The carrier operates under capacity purchase agreements, flying under the banners of partner airlines rather than its own brand on most routes. Air Wisconsin has served as a regional operator for United Airlines, US Airways, and American Airlines at various points in its history, most recently flying as American Eagle for American Airlines. Air Wisconsin is known for its operational reliability and its roots in Wisconsin, where it began serving smaller communities that lacked direct access to major airline hubs. The airline has weathered significant industry changes, including consolidations and shifting regional partnerships, while maintaining its independent ownership structure.