Avoca, PA (September 15, 2021) – The Bi-County Airport Board and Team AVP are pleased to announce the expansion of air service from American Airlines from the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP) to both Charlotte-Douglas International Airport (CLT) and to Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD).
American will add mainline service on two of the four daily flights to both effective November 2, 2021. The two mainline flights to/from Charlotte will be operated with 128-seat Airbus A319 aircraft. These aircraft feature a three-class cabin to ensure all passengers enjoy multiple amenities, including free streaming entertainment and USB ports. The remaining two daily flights to/from Charlotte will be operated with Canadair Regional Jet 900 aircraft. These aircraft are designed to hold 76 passengers in a dual-class cabin, with everyone on board able to enjoy a window or aisle seat.
“American is eager to add mainline aircraft service between Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport and our Charlotte hub,” said Brian Znotins, American Airlines Vice President of Network Planning. “Flying an Airbus A319 aircraft on this route provides Northeast Pennsylvanians with greater access to our global network where they can get back to business or reconnect with family and friends.”
In addition, American will upgrade its equipment between AVP and Chicago O’Hare beginning November 3, 2021. All flights to/from Chicago will be operated with 65-seat SkyWest Bombardier-manufactured Canadair Regional Jet 700 aircraft, featuring a three-class cabin to ensure passengers enjoy comfortable and convenient flights.
Carl Beardsley, AVP Executive Director, said, “We are very pleased to see American Airlines continuing to upgrade its services in Northeast Pennsylvania by adding more flights and seats in the market for our area business and leisure air travelers.” Beardsley added, “The addition of mainline aircraft is a great asset to many of our regional businesses, as these aircraft will increase the air cargo capacity in the AVP market.”
American Airlines was one of two of the original airlines to begin service at AVP in June 1947. Through airline mergers over the decades, including with US Airways, American Airlines has been partners with AVP for nearly 75 years.
“We are extremely pleased that American is expanding their services in our market,” said Tim McGinley, Councilman, Luzerne County and Chairman of the Bi-County Airport Board. “We are confident that more passengers will continue to utilize AVP for their air travel needs,” added Chairman McGinley.
About American Airlines Group
American’s purpose is to care for people on life’s journey. Shares of American Airlines Group Inc. trade on Nasdaq under the ticker symbol AAL and the company’s stock is included in the S&P 500. Learn more about what’s happening at American by visiting news.aa.com and connect with American on Twitter @AmericanAir and at Facebook.com/AmericanAirlines.
About AVP
AVP currently offers travelers daily arrivals and departures with the following airlines: American (Charlotte and Chicago-O’Hare); and United (Chicago-O’Hare and Washington Dulles). For more information, call 1-877-2FLYAVP (235-9287), visit flyAVP.com, follow @flyAVP on Twitter and flyAVP_ on Instagram, connect with us on Facebook, or download the flyAVP app from the Apple Store or Google Play.
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AMERICAN AIRLINES FLIGHT SCHEDULE
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton to Charlotte (AVP Departure Schedule) (Effective 11/2/21):
| Flight # | Depart AVP | Arrive CLT | Frequency | Aircraft |
| 1172 | 5:38 AM | 7:59 AM | Except Sun | 128-Seat Airbus A319 |
| 1172 | 7:20 AM | 9:32 AM | Sun Only | 128-Seat Airbus A319 |
| 1306 | 11:43 AM | 1:55 PM | Daily | 128-Seat Airbus A319 |
| 5095 | 3:11 PM | 5:24 PM | Daily | 76-Seat CRJ900 |
| 5056 | 7:07 PM | 9:25 PM | Except Tue, Sat | 76-Seat CRJ900 |
Charlotte to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton (AVP Arrival Schedule) (Effective 11/2/21):
| Flight # | Depart CLT | Arrive AVP | Frequency | Aircraft |
| 1306 | 9:22 AM | 11:03 AM | Daily | 128-Seat Airbus A319 |
| 5095 | 12:56 PM | 2:40 PM | Daily | 76-Seat CRJ900 |
| 5423 | 4:48 PM | 6:34 PM | Except Tue, Sat | 76-Seat CRJ900 |
| 1206 | 8:29 PM | 10:07 PM | Daily ** | 128-Seat Airbus A319 |
** Flight Begins 11/1/21
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton to Chicago O’Hare (AVP AA Departure Schedule) (Effective 11/3/21):
| Flight # | Depart AVP | Arrive ORD | Frequency | Aircraft |
| 3029 | 8:00 AM | 9:38 AM | Daily | 65-Seat CRJ700 |
| 3027 | 2:37 PM | 4:03 PM | Daily | 65-Seat CRJ700 |
Chicago O’Hare to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton (AVP AA Arrival Schedule) (Effective 11/3/21):
| Flight # | Depart ORD | Arrive AVP | Frequency | Aircraft |
| 3027 | 10:35 AM | 1:33 PM | Daily | 65-Seat CRJ700 |
| 3135 | 8:00 PM | 10:59 PM | Daily ** | 65-Seat CRJ700 |
** Flight Begins 11/2/21