| Antarctic Airlines | |
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| Name | Antarctic Airlines |
| Native name | |
| IATA code | {{{iata}}} |
| ICAO code | {{{icao}}} |
| Callsign | ED ISLAND |
| Founded | September 17, 2008 |
| Commenced operations | September 20,2008 |
| Ceased operations | |
| Hubs | Ed Island Airport |
| Secondary hubs | |
| Focus cities | |
| Frequent flyer program | AntarcticPoints |
| Airline lounge | PremiumLounge |
| Airline alliance | None |
| Subsidiaries | |
| Fleet | 14 |
| Destinations | 22 |
| Company slogan | Believe you can fly! |
| Parent company | Antarctic Aviation Company |
| Headquarters | 230 Airport Road, Ed Island |
| Website | antarcticairlines.co.cp |
Antarctic Airlines is the flag carrier of Ed Island, and operates services from Ed Island Airport, located on an artificial island off the coast of Ed Island. The airline has 16 fleet, consisting mainly of Pontrier Dash-8 Q400s and Snowing 737-800s as well. The airline also maintains focus cities in South Pole City and Club Penguin City. The airline offers mainly trans-ocean flights from the island to the mainland. The airline is in the SkyAlliance, as of January of 2010.
History[]
The airline was started in April of 2009, by an Ed Island resident, who was in fact, the king's father. The first aircraft, an retired Snowing 737-200, ws used to provide services from Ed Island's tiny airport to major city airports on the mainland and surronding islands. In July of 2009, the government donated 2.9 billion pebbles to the company, in which they ordered newer aircraft. In November of 2009, the airline recieved it's aircraft orders and started new services to other cities, as the airline grew. In 2009, the airline opened the ExecutiveClub, with the first at South Pole City International Airport.
Fleet[]
The fleet of the airline consists of mainly Pontrier Dash 8 Q400s and some Snowing 737-800s.
- Pontrier Dash 8 Q400 (7) (domestic ultra-short haul)
- Snowing 737-900ER (5) (domestic medium/long haul)
- Airhail A330-300 (4) (international ultra-long haul)
Cabin[]
The airline has two classes, Executive Class and Economy Class.
Executive Class[]
Executive Class is the first class equivalent of the airline. It is only available on international and longer domestic routes.The class features 38 inch wide leather seats, that can recline to 180 degrees, converting into a small bed. The in-flight entertainment consists of PTVs, provided by TonyAntarctica and Radio by iQubo Radio, it offers more than 13 television channels and 10 radio channels as well. Passengers receive pre-flight service, as well as priority boarding and check-in as well. Passengers may also go to an ExecutiveClub, available at select destinations. Meal service is also provided, with 3 course meals on all flights, and free beverages and snacks as well.
Economy Class[]
Economy Class is available on all routes, including government charters. The class features 30 inch wide cotton and polyester seats, which can recline to 140 degrees, for a passenger's comfort. The in-flight entertainment is provided by TonyAntarctica, and Radio by iQubo Radio, it offers more than 10 television and 5 radio stations. The passengers in this class do not recive pre-flight service or priority boarding and check in either. There is free meals, drinks and snacks available on most flights. Passengers also do not have access to the ExecutiveClub either