In 1980, Princeville Airways (now Island Air) was incorporated by Colorado-based Consolidated Oil and Gas as a subsidiary and began scheduled service between Honolulu and Princeville, on Kaua’i, with two DHC-6 Twin Otter aircraft. While service was extended over the next seven years to small community destinations on other islands, Princeville Airways’ main function was to transport passengers to and from the Princeville Resort. By early 1987, Princeville’s fleet had grown to eight Twin Otters. In 1992, the company applied to register “Island Air” as its trade name, giving it a distinct identity. In 1995, Island Air received FAA “Part 121″ certification, which allowed it to operate larger aircraft. That April, Island Air took possession of its first 37-seat Dash 8, ushering in a new era of service.

Island Air is Hawaii’s leading regional carrier, serving airports on all major Hawaiian islands. The airline offers flights between the Islands of Oahu (Honolulu International Airport), Maui (Kahului Airport and West Mauis Kapalua Airport), Molokai (Hoolehua Airport), Lanai (Lanai City Airport), Kauai (Lihue Airport), and the Island of Hawaii (Hilo International Airport and Kona International Airport). Island Air has earned a reputation for warm, personalized care and attentive service while taking passengers to Hawai’i's community and premier resort destinations. Island Air operates a fleet of 37-seat Dash 8 turboprop aircraft. These airplanes provide reliable, on-time service to all destinations.

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