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### December 9,2013 Kevin Schlemmer Office ofAviation Analysis US Department ofTransportation 1200 New Jersey Ave SE Washington, D.C. 20590 SkyWest Airlines' Essential Air Service Proposal for Hays, Kansas Dear Mr. Schlemmer: Attached is SkyWest Airlines' proposal to provide direct air service from Hays, Kansas to Denver International Airport. SkyWest welcomes the opportunity to provide quality air service to travelers in the Hays community and access to one ofthe world's largest airline networks
- crucial elements to help drive economic growth in the region. Our safe, reliable aircraft and well-timed schedules will help ensure the best possible travel experience for passengers United Airlines' Network One ofthe most beneficial aspects ofthis proposal is the connectivity itprovides to Hays passengers who will have access to United Airlines' global network, including 5,300 daily flights to 360 airports. United is also the largest member ofthe Star Alliance, which allows travelers to connect on more than 21,900 daily flights to nearly all parts ofthe globe. This connectivity makes it simple for passengers to get anywhere they want to go and is akey factor inthe area's continued economic development. Frequency and Schedule As directed by the RFP, we will offer aminimum of 12round-trip flights per week. All flights have been timed to ensure they offer passengers valuable flight schedules that ~w~~oo~.llis=~~~~~m~b~= connection opportunities in Denver, making the service convenient for business and leisure travelers. With more than 350 United or United Express departures per day, Denver International Airport makes it easy to get to destinations around the world. In addition to being amajor hub, Denver is also atop destination for the community.

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Service will be provided utilizing the 50-seat Canadair Regional Jet 200 (CRJ200). SkyWest is one ofthe largest domestic operators ofthis reliable and proven aircraft type. All SkyWest CRJ aircraft are equipped with alavatory and each flight is serviced by one ofour professional flight attendants, further adding to the comfort and convenience of our passengers' flying experience. Additional details and specifications can be found in the CRJ200 fact sheet attached to this document. Summary SkyWest believes this proposal provides the best overall option for air service in the Hays community. Given the connectivity at Denver, the well-timed schedule and reliable equipment, we expect to see strong demand from passengers utilizing the service. We will also work with community and airport partners to market the service. SkyWest is excited about the opportunity to provide reliable air service to Hays, Kansas. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, .

Michael Thompson Vice President
- Market Development SkyWest Airlines

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### a fleet of333 aircraft, 5kyWest's more than 10,500aviation professionals operate more than 1,100flights each day to 182 destinations throughout North America. 5kyWest isknown forits industry-leading workforce, exceptional leadership team, and continued solid operational and economic performance. Theairline isheadquartered in

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