FlyPelican is announced as Bathurst’s new airline

MEDIA RELEASE 8 August 2022

FlyPelican has been selected as Bathurst’s new airline and the operator will start direct flights between Bathurst and Sydney from 5 September 2022.

A reduced schedule will be offered for the first two months, ramping up to twice daily flights, including early morning weekday flights, from 31 October 2022. A 19-seat Jetstream 32 aircraft will service the route, catering to animal transportation and transportation of medical supplies.

Mayor Robert Taylor said this was fantastic news for the region and welcomed the new airline.

“It is vital that businesses, health and tourist sectors have access to a daily Regular Passenger Transport service and necessary for Bathurst to identify as an important regional destination,” he said.

FlyPelican CEO, Marty Hawley said the Sydney to Bathurst route aligns with our core business of providing regional air services to routes that can’t viably be serviced by larger aircraft operators.

“FlyPelican is proud to be able to step in and provide these vital air services that will connect the families, friends and businesses of the Bathurst district,” Mr Hawley said.

Passengers on the FlyPelican flight will be able to earn Velocity Frequent Flyer points on all flights. Virgin Australia Lounge access pre-flight in Sydney will be available for those flying Pelican Corporate and Flexible fares.

Fares will start from $149 one way and are available for purchase via www.flypelican.com.au or your local travel agent.

FlyPelican CEO Marty Hawley is available for interview on 4965 0111 or 0412 422 242.

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