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December 9,2013

Kevin Schlemmer

Office of Aviation Analysis

US Department of Transportation

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 of the 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 of the most beneficial aspects of this proposal is the connectivity it provides 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 of the Star Alliance, which

allows travelers to connect on more than 21,900 daily flights to nearly all parts of the

globe. This connectivity makes it simple for passengers to get anywhere they want to go

and is a key factor in the area's continued economic development.

Frequency and Schedule

As directed by the RFP, we will offer a minimum of 12 round-trip flights per week. All

flights have been timed to ensure they offer passengers val uable flight schedules that

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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 a major

hub, Denver is also a top destination for the community.
Superior Aircraft

Service will be provided utilizing the 50-seat Canadair Regional Jet 200 (CRJ200).

SkyWest is one of the largest domestic operators of this reliable and proven aircraft type.

All SkyWest CRJ aircraft are equipped with a lavatory and each flight is serviced by one

of our 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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As a leading air service provider offering global access to millions of people each month. 5kyWest partners with the world's

Iqrgest network carriers including United Airlines, Delta Air Lines, USAirways, American Airlines and Alaska Airlines. With a

fleet of 333 aircraft, 5kyWest's more than 10,500aviation professionals operate more than 1,100flights each day to 182

destinations throughout North America. 5kyWest is known for its industry-leading workforce, exceptional leadership team,

and continued solid operational and economic performance. The airline is headquartered in 51. George, Utah.

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Portland, Salt Lake City, San Francisco and Seattle

Chicago O'Hare, Colorado Springs, Denver, Fresno, Houston, Los Angeles,

Minneapolis/St. Paul, Palm Springs, Phoenix, Portland, Salt Lake City,

San Francisco, San Luis Obispo, Seattle and Tucson

Chicago O'Hare, Colorado Springs, Fresno, Milwaukee,

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Denver, Houston, Los Angeles, Minneapolis/St. Paul,

Phoenix, Portland, San Francisco and Seattle

Total: 182 (40states,Washington D.c..6 CanadianProvinces,7 MexicanCitiesand the Bahamas)

United: 154 Delta: 105 US Airways: 20 American: 16 Alaska: 13 Shared: 91

SkyWest: 52

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9,361 FTEs

United: 1,022 Delta: 480 US Airways: 95 American: 81 Alaska: 30 Total: 1,708

DEN: 136IAH: 52 LAX: 169 MSP: 54 ORO: 77 POX: 35 PHX: 65 SEA: 22

SFO: 135 SLC: 148

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14.2 billion revenue passenger miles'

*A Revenue Passenger Mile is equal to one fare-paying passenger flown one mile.

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45 Embraer 120 turboprops

155 CRJ200 aircraft

97 CRJ700 aircraft

36 CRJ900 aircraft

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