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Allegiant Air marks first commercial arrival at Gulf Shores airport

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Allegiant Air marks first commercial arrival at Gulf Shores airport
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Allegiant Air has announced the first commercial arrival at Gulf Shores International Airport with Flight 1403, alongside the launch of six nonstop routes.

According to Fox10TV, the inaugural commercial flight into Gulf Shores took place on May 21, 2025. Flight 1403 from Knoxville landed slightly ahead of schedule and was greeted by cheers and a traditional water cannon salute from the Gulf Shores Fire Department. Local officials have indicated that establishing commercial air service fulfills a longstanding goal for the region, reducing travel times and enhancing tourism potential. Community leaders believe this marks the beginning of sustained economic growth and improved connectivity for Gulf Shores and Baldwin County.

Allegiant Air’s post on X celebrated Flight 1403’s arrival, stating, "There was cheering. There were water cannons," affirming its status as the first-ever commercial arrival into Gulf Shores International Airport. The post emphasized that this milestone heralds the airline’s commitment to growing services at the destination. Celebratory imagery underscores Allegiant’s leisure-focused branding and dedication to new markets.

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The airline confirmed the launch of six nonstop routes to Gulf Shores with regular service scheduled to begin in May 2025. According to the South Baldwin Chamber, these routes connect Gulf Shores with Knoxville (McGhee Tyson), Cincinnati, Houston (Hobby), Bentonville/Fayetteville, Belleville/St. Louis, and Kansas City, operating primarily on a twice-weekly basis to support both weekend and extended leisure travel. This set of connections aligns with Allegiant’s strategy of linking underserved cities with desirable vacation spots.

Allegiant Air is a U.S.-based ultra-low-cost carrier established in 1997 and headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. The airline operates over 120 point-to-point routes using a fleet of Airbus aircraft, primarily serving small to mid-sized communities and leisure destinations. According to its Wikipedia profile, Allegiant emphasizes unbundled pricing, seasonal travel packages, and direct, no-hub service models to maintain affordability and flexibility for travelers.

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