Elite Airways Inaugural Flight Marks Start of Nonstop Jet Service between Vero Beach & Asheville NC

Elite Airways LLC held inaugural flight ceremonies in Florida and North Carolina today, marking the start of scheduled nonstop jet service between Vero Beach Regional Airport (VRB) and Asheville Regional Airport (AVL). Flights depart Vero Beach on Thursdays and Sundays at 7:15 a.m. and depart Asheville at 9:30 a.m. Early-bird fares start at $179 each way and tickets are on sale at 877-393-2510 and EliteAirways.com.

Elite Airways operates a fleet of Bombardier CRJ-200 and CRJ-700 jet airliners known for comfort and efficiency, and maintains an impeccable safety record. Passengers receive free onboard snacks and beverages, first checked bag up to 50lbs, and no ticketing change fees (see website for details). Asheville is located within North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains and is known for a vibrant arts scene, national parks and hiking trails, and historic architecture. Vero Beach offers luxury beachfront living and resorts, world-class golf, dining, shopping, fine arts and cultural attractions.

“Today marks the start of nonstop jet service between Vero Beach, Florida and Asheville, North Carolina—two very popular destinations for arts, culture, music, and R&R,” said John Pearsall, President of Elite Airways. “We have high expectations for this route, and thank city and airport officials for their support.”

“Vero Beach Regional Airport is excited about this new, nonstop service from Florida to the beautiful Blue Ridge mountains,” said Eric Menger, Executive Director. “We know that many Florida residents will enjoy this customer-friendly airline.”

“I am so pleased to welcome our new friends from Elite Airways and Vero Beach to our mountains,” said Lew Bleiweis, A.A.E., AVL executive director.  “It’s great to see this beautiful Bombardier CRJ-200 at the gate, ready to take passengers straight to Vero Beach. There are strong connections between our two communities, and I anticipate that the route between the mountains and the Treasure Coast will be embraced.  I look forward to a long relationship, and to making a trip soon on Elite Airways.”

About Elite Airways

Headquartered in Portland Maine, Elite Airways LLC was founded in 2006 by airline veterans with the goal to provide passengers a better travel experience with nonstop flights, competitive prices and exceptional service. Elite Airways is a U.S. Part 121 Air Carrier and provides chartered and scheduled service throughout the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Caribbean, and South America. The airline’s routes connect underserved communities with popular destinations that include New York City/Newark, Portland ME, Asheville NC, Myrtle Beach SC, Orlando-Melbourne, Sarasota-Bradenton, and Vero Beach FL, and the island of Bimini in the Bahamas. All scheduled flights are sold and operated by Elite Airways LLC, and available for purchase at www.EliteAirways.com or by calling 877-393-2510.

*Starting fare for a one way ticket. **For Elite Airways flights, the first checked bag and carry-on will be free, $50.00 USD for a second checked bag, and $75.00 for the third checked bag per person. Each checked bag weighing between 51 and 70 pounds will be assessed a fee of $25 in addition to the checked bag fee. Each checked bag weighing between 71 and 100 pounds will be assessed a fee of $100.00. All prices quoted in US Dollars ($ USD) unless specified otherwise. Visit EliteAirways.com for more details on our standard baggage service fee schedule. Dates of the advertised flights are subject to change in accordance with regulatory requirements. See the TSA website for a list of prohibited items.