|
||||
| Founded | 1967 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ceased operations | 1982 | |||
| Fleet size | 9 | |||
| Destinations | ||||
| Headquarters | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States | |||
| Key people | Henry P. Hill | |||
Altair Airlines was an airline based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States. It was in service from 1967 to 1982.
The airline was established in 1967 as a regional airline. In 1967, Altair's main shareholder was Tristram Colket and it had 587 employees.[1] In May 1970, Altair Airlines was reported by the Civil Aeronautics Board to have the highest bumping rate.[2] In 1982, Altair filed for bankruptcy due to its many debts.[3] Its last president was Henry P. Hill .
When it ceased operations in November 1982, Altair Airlines had a fleet of six Fokker F28-4000s and three McDonell Douglas DC9-30s.