BermudAir is the flag carrier of Bermuda, operating from L.F. Wade International Airport in St. George, Bermuda. On 1 September 2023, the airline began operating flights between its base in Bermuda and the United States.[4][2] BermudAir gained its AOC from the Bermuda Civil Aviation Authority on 26 July 2023, and US DOT approval on 7 August 2023. BermudAir is the first locally established Bermudian airline.[5]
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| Founded | May 5, 2023[2] | ||||||
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| Commenced operations | August 31, 2023[3] | ||||||
| Hubs | L.F. Wade International Airport | ||||||
| Fleet size | 2 | ||||||
| Destinations | 10 | ||||||
| Headquarters | Hamilton, Bermuda | ||||||
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| Website | flybermudair | ||||||
Destinations
editBermudAir currently operates flights to east coast cities in the United States as well as to eastern Canada. The airline's destinations including Bermuda include:[4][2][3]
Fleet
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BermudAir has leased two Embraer 175 aircraft, which formerly flew for Flybe.[2] As of September 2023[update], the BermudAir fleet consists of the following aircraft:[10][11] BermudAir plans to add an additional two Embraer aircraft in Spring 2025.[12]
| Aircraft | In service |
Orders | Passengers | Notes |
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| Embraer 175 | 2 | — | 70 | Former Flybe aircraft |
| Total | 2 | — | ||
Cabin and service
editSeating
editAt launch, the airline's Embraer 175s had 88 seats in a single-class configuration, but only sold 44 on each flight, affording customers the benefit of additional space. In October 2023, the airline announced that its aircraft will be reconfigured with dual-class cabin.[13]
Services
editBermudAir aircraft offer complimentary onboard wi-fi for all passengers. Additionally, passengers receive at least one complimentary checked bag regardless of fare class. Complimentary beverages, snacks, and light meals are served onboard and are curated from local partners based in Bermuda.[11]
See also
editReferences
edit- ^ a b c "BermudAir Airline Code Full Details". Aviation Codes Central. Retrieved 25 August 2023.
- ^ a b c d e Hardee, Howard (6 May 2023). "New regional carrier Bermudair plans to launch Bermuda-to-USA operation". FlightGlobal. Archived from the original on 1 December 2023. Retrieved 2 August 2023.
- ^ a b Raines, Taylor (24 August 2023). "A new all-business class airline is launching flights between the US and Bermuda — see what it'll be like aboard". Business Insider. Archived from the original on 22 February 2024. Retrieved 28 August 2023.
- ^ a b Birns, Hilka (28 July 2023). "BermudAir secures AOC; preps for launch". ch-aviation. Archived from the original on 22 February 2024. Retrieved 2 August 2023.
- ^ Karp, Aaron (28 July 2023). "New Airline BermudAir Gains AOC, Prepares For Launch". Aviation Week. Archived from the original on 2 August 2023. Retrieved 2 August 2023.
- ^ a b Wint, Bradley (24 January 2024). "BermudAir Adding Baltimore And Orlando From March 2024". Gate Checked. Archived from the original on 24 January 2024. Retrieved 24 January 2024.
- ^ "First-ever non-stop flight to launch from Charleston to island destination". November 14, 2024.
- ^ "BermudAir to offer nonstop service from Bradley Airport". November 14, 2024.
- ^ "BermudAir to launch nonstop flights between Bermuda and RDU in Spring 2025". November 14, 2024.
- ^ "BermudAir Fleet in Planespotters.net". Planespotters.net. Retrieved 24 August 2023.
- ^ a b Karp, Aaron (9 October 2023). "Startup BermudAir Targets High-End Passengers On Three Routes To U.S." Aviation Week. Archived from the original on 20 November 2023. Retrieved 9 October 2023.
- ^ Cappetta, Michael. "Bermudair Launches 3 New Routes to the Island — See Where It's Flying From". Travel + Leisure. Travel + Leisure. Retrieved 18 November 2024.
- ^ Dron, Alan (15 October 2023). "BermudAir To Switch To Dual-Class Cabin". Aviation Week. Archived from the original on 20 November 2023.