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Essential Air Service
10:00am, Mon October 28, 2024
Proposal
Contour Airlines, Boutique Air, and Southern Airways Express have all proposed service to El Dorado, Arkansas as part of the Essential Air Service (EAS) program.
Airport
The closest commercial airport to El Dorado is South Arkansas Regional Airport at Goodwin Field, which is located nine miles west of the city.
Contour Airlines
Contour Airlines is a regional airline that operates as a public charter operator. They offer flights for school groups, sports teams, tours, and events. Their aircraft have leather seating, ample leg room, and full flight attendant service.
If you would like to send an email of support for Contour Airlines jet service to El Dorado and Dallas Texas, you may send the following, along with any additional info you may have.
Michael D. Gormas
United States Department of Transportation
Office of Aviation Analysis
1200 New Jersey Ave SE
Washington, DC 20590
RE: Alternative Essential Air Service at El Dorado/Camden, Arkansas (ELD) - Docket DOT-OST-1997-2935
Dear Mr. Gormas,
I am writing to express my full support for the City of El Dorado’s application for Alternate Essential Air Service (AEAS) proposal provided by Contour Airlines.