SkyWest

SkyWest Airlines is the largest regional airline in the United States, operating as a contract carrier for major network airlines including United Airlines, Delta Air Lines, American Airlines, and Alaska Airlines. Founded in 1972 and headquartered in St. George, Utah, SkyWest flies to hundreds of destinations across the continental United States, Canada, Mexico, and the Caribbean under its partners' brand names. SkyWest operates under code-share agreements, meaning passengers typically purchase tickets through the major carrier partners rather than directly through SkyWest. The airline is a subsidiary of SkyWest, Inc., a publicly traded holding company listed on NASDAQ under the ticker symbol SKYW. With a fleet of regional jets, SkyWest plays a critical role in connecting smaller and mid-sized communities to major airline hubs, enabling connectivity that larger aircraft could not economically support. The airline is known for its strong operational reliability and safety record within the regional aviation sector.