Although American West Airlines originally served Flagstaff, in 2005 US Airways purchased the company and took over service to Flagstaff Pulliam Airport. US Airways flies between Phoenix to Flagstaff several times daily. Aircraft used are De Havilland Dash 8 turboprops, which carry up to 40 passengers on regional flights. Flights between Phoenix and Flagstaff are piloted by Mesa Airlines doing business as US Airways Express. US Airways is part of the Star Alliance network of airlines.
Beginning Oct. 1, 2010, US Airways charges $25 to check one bag, $35 to check two and $100 to check three bags. Exempt from first and second checked bag fees are all Dividend Miles Preferred members, Star Alliance Silver and Gold status members, unaccompanied minors and active U.S. military personnel with identification. On US Airways Express flights, passengers are allowed one personal item, such as a purse or laptop, and one small carry-on bag, which may be tagged and put in the cargo hold of the plane for the duration of the flight.
Flagstaff Pulliam Airport provides passenger services including high-speed broadband Internet access throughout the airport, free parking and a visitor's center offering tourist information about the city of Flagstaff and surrounding areas. Dining is available at Pine Mountain Café inside the airport. Ground transportation includes car rental agencies Alamo, Avis, Hertz, Budget and National, all located inside the terminal. Wiseman Aviation serves as the fixed base operator (FBO) for general aviation at Flagstaff Pulliam Airport.
