![]() GVWire asked him if the airline had an announcement about future routes for Fresno. “We let everyone check two bags for free (weight and size limitations apply) and we’ve never charged a change fee in 50 years of Southwest history,” said Hawkins. Hawkins touts the airline’s baggage policy as one of its biggest selling points. He says the airline is approaching 20 years of operation in California, and the Fresno Yosemite International Airport will be the 13th airport it serves in the Golden State. “Fresno long has been on our radar,” Southwest Airlines spokesperson Brad Hawkins told GVWire by email. (GV Wire/Jim Jakobs) Long on Southwest’s Radarįresno was the largest metropolitan area in California previously not served by Southwest. Friday outside Gate 17, where Southwest Airlines will operate. Related Story: Could New Airport Parking Garage Lure Southwest to FYI? “It is a game-changer for the City of Fresno - not only for leisure travel - but for business, and being able to attract business to our community.” Dyer plans to be there on Sunday morning for Southwest’s “maiden launch,” as he calls it. “This is huge for Fresno,” said Fresno Mayor Jerry Dyer during Thursday morning’s city council meeting. ![]() The launch of service from California’s Central Valley to Denver and Las Vegas offers substantial connectivity to more than 50 airports. “The ticket sales have been off the charts.” “We’ve been working with Southwest for this day that’s coming up on Sunday for a number of years,” said Meikle. One employee told GVWire the signs at the gate letting people know where to stand were went up at 4:30 a.m. Southwest Airlines employees were busy training and preparing in areas throughout the airport. “The ticket sales have been off the charts.” – Fresno Yosemite International Airport Director of Aviation Kevin Meikle
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