News release SORA. PenAir announced Friday that flights between Portland and North Bend will cease effective August 8th. Travelers are encouraged to contact PenAir at 800-448-4226 for up-to-date information on the status of their flights. PenAir staff has stated they will contact all impacted customers individually according to travel dates. “Southwest Oregon Regional Airport, like many regional airports nationwide, is experiencing the impact of a nationwide pilot shortage,” explains Theresa Cook, Executive Director of the Airport. “While the departure of PenAir from the South Coast is disappointing news, our airport will continue to provide flights to San Francisco and Denver, and we will work with local airline staff to minimize travel impacts to customers who have already booked flights through PenAir. We are already in discussions with our air service consultants and community partners to find other air service options for the Portland market.” For your information, the following is a recent article describing the impact of the pilot shortage on regional carriers.
http://www.aviationpros.com/news/12348499/horizon-air-cutting-hundreds-of-flights-this-summer-due-to-pilot-shortage?utm_source=AIRB+E-Newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=AVVDB170703002&rdx.ident%5Bpull%5D=omeda%7C8887D9314467B2R
