A regional airline is a general classification of airline which typically operates scheduled passenger air service, using regional aircraft, between communities lacking sufficient demand …

Apr 7, 2025 · Regional airlines are carriers that generally operate smaller planes in smaller markets to feed traffic to an airline's hub. The aircraft themselves are often painted to look like …

There are a number of airlines that focus their operations on providing regional flights and can be both subsidiaries of larger airlines, or independent regional airlines. These airlines often …

Feb 9, 2024 · Regional airlines typically operate smaller aircraft and fly more limited route structures. Their business is supplying passengers to the major airlines, not competing with them.

Sep 28, 2024 · A recent report published by the Regional Airline Association (RAA) shows that about 63% of airports in the United States are served only by regional services. In 2023, …

Dec 29, 2025 · Regional airlines provide passenger air service to communities that lack sufficient demand for major airline service. Regional airlines tend to fly shorter routes with smaller …

Major airlines have subsidiaries and contracted carriers they own and partner with to provide commercial flights. For example, Delta has the regional brand Delta Connection and United …