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EastJet now serving 17 destinations, brings first time non-stop service to MDW

editor — Thu, 25 Mar 2010 21:32:43 +0000

EastJet Virtual, the Chicago (MDW) based airline serving passengers with its new Boeing 757-200 aircraft has completed its first week of non-stop service to 3 new cities that aren’t currently served by any airline in the Chicago area. Service to Panama City, San Juan, and St. Maarten started March 15th. “We have had a great reaction from our passengers on these new routes.” EastJet Virtual CEO Shawn Fitts stated during a early morning teleconference with the media. EastJet also unveiled its first ever EastXpress First Class product on the new Boeing 757-200. “The addition of EastXpress has brought a new level of affordable luxury on flight segments longer then three hours. We are also testing a Portable Flight Entertainment system on our Chicago-Panama City routing. So far the feedback is very positive.” Mr Fitts added. The Boeing 757-200 seats 180 passengers with flights up to 3,800 miles. With the addition of three 757 airframes, EastJet also operates 10 Boeing 737-700NG aircraft with seating for 137 passengers with flights as long as 3,000 miles.

EastJet announces partnership with vPrincess Cruises!

EastJet Virtual also announced a partnership with vPrincess Cruises to provide chartered flights to Anchorage, Alaska with its B737-700NG aircraft. This service will offer affordable air travel to and from vPrincess’ port in Anchorage from cities served by EastJet Virtual through its Chicago hub. “We are excited to join vPrincess Cruises to provide stellar air travel service to a great cruise line and look forward to a very long relationship.” Mr Fitts stated. These flights will only be available to vPrincess Cruises customers and will not be made available to the public.

EastJet still in talks with Armed Forces Air Mobility Command.

EastJet is still in talks with AFAMC about acquiring contract work for the military. “The AFAMC talks are moving along nicely with possible proving runs starting this summer. EastJet is mostly concerned about the freight revenue potential these contracts bring.” a unnamed source stated from EastJet’s Hebron, Ky headquarters. EastJet currently doesn’t fly a aircraft capable of completing high density air freight flights. Chicago’s Midway airport can’t handle the weight of freight aircraft, all evidence EastJet would need to find a new base and aircraft for its freight operations.

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About EastJet Virtual- (EJT Callsign- “EastJet”) EastJet Virtual is into its 3rd month of restructured operations from its hub in Chicago, IL (KMDW). Operating 10 Boeing 737-700NG and 3 757-200 aircraft, EastJet Virtual offers a clean, polite, and professional product to its customers with scheduled service to 17 destinations including Boston, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Tampa and more. To see what EastJet Virtual is all about, or to find out how to join, visit www.eastjetvirtual.com.

EastJet Virtual Confirms Deal for 10 737NGs with Possible Option for 10 More

editor — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 07:17:18 +0000

EastJet Virtual, the leading VA on the East Coast, has announced the lease of ten 737-700 NexGen aircraft from Boeing Financial. It has also asked Boeing to let EastJet pick up as many as 10 delivery slots if other airlines defer delivery of their 737 NexGen aircraft in the future. The aircraft will be introduced into service starting December 1st with deliveries roughly every two weeks. The price of the deal was unknown. EastJet Virtual announced its first profit and a performance based cash infusion in late October.

EastJet Virtual, into its 2nd quarter of operations, serves New York (JFK), Boston, Chicago (MDW) and many other destinations from its Cincinnati (CVG) and St. Petersburg (PIE) hubs with Boeing 737-200/300, CRJ-200, and Q-200 series aircraft.

To read more about EastJet, or to join, visit www.eastjetvirtual.com

EastJet Virtual Receives Boost from Confident Investors

editor — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 07:10:50 +0000

EastJet Virtual, the low cost carrier based out of Cincinnati/North Kentucky Int’l, has announced it has received a cash infusion after investors confidence grew with the news of a $17 Million profit for the first quarter of EastJet Virtual’s operations and the declining price of oil. Shawn Fitts, CEO, stated “in times of hardship, high prices and fewer seats on the market, this proves that the EastJet brand is a huge success.” Priding themselves in excellent customer service and industry leading on time performance, EastJet Virtual has continued to gain ground in the VA nation.

The cash infusion originates from a clause in its agreement with investors stimulating from financial performance. “When EastJet Virtual was shopping for investors, we agreed to certain terms giving EastJet the ability to delay profit sharing, and in this case, additional funding if we meet certain goals,” said Mr. Fitts and added, when asked how EastJet managed to make a profit when select few airlines are even in business in the current market, “along with the one time cash infusion, we arranged a one year profit sharing freeze. Our investors are dedicated to the EastJet Virtual brand and have confidence in the leadership.”

Mr. Fitts continued with, “we expect to make a few announcements in the coming weeks regarding some changes, but at this time we have nothing to announce.” Matt Laiter, COO, stated: “this financial infusion in which EastJet is receiving, is a critical step in our future. It opens many possibilities for us, although nothing specific yet, but the future looks even brighter, especially in these difficult times.”

The infusion, totaling $410 Million, brings EastJet’s cash level to $550 Million with the addition of its $140 Million reported on hand at the end of fiscal Q3.

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