SkyWest Exploring Diversification

Even as it is actively pursuing four RFPs for new business, SkyWest is exploring diversification which may include either corporate shuttles or expanding overseas as its competitors are doing. Speaking before investors during its third quarter conference call, President and COO Ron Reber indicated the airline is looking at growth strategies and weighing the timing and development of those opportunities. The move would follow ExpressJet’s announcement that it was developing a corporate shuttle program for which it already has customers and studies by Mesa for expanding operations overseas. For a complete analysis see the November 5 issue of Regional Aviation News.