Allegiant Air Ends Its Local Service

(New Windsor) - Allegiant Air, LLC announced recenlty that it will end its scheduled service to Stewart International Airport. The carrier’s last day of operation in the market will be Jan. 11, 2007. Allegiant has arranged for all customers traveling Jan. 12 and beyond to be accommodated on another carrier. Affected customers will be contacted by Allegiant directly. All customers will also have the option of receiving a full refund. “Due to escalating competitive conditions within the market, we will end our presence at the Stewart International Airport,” Maurice J. Gallagher, Jr., Allegiant Air president and CEO, said. “While we regret any inconvenience our exit from the market may cause customers, we are thankful for the support the Hudson Valley community, leadership and airport management has shown us.” Allegiant Air began service to Orlando Sanford International Airport from Stewart International Airport Oct. 27, 2005. The airline will offer flights to the Tampa Bay area from the St. Petersburg/ Clearwater International Airport Dec. 13, 2006 through Jan. 11, 2007.