jetBlue Announces JFK-SFO/BOS-SFO
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Bay Area, Here We Come (Again):
JetBlue Announces New Service to
San Francisco International Airport
Nonstop Flights Starting At $99(a) to
Boston and New York City Begin May 3
JetBlue Will Offer the Most Flights of Any Airline
Between New York City and the Bay Area
NEW YORK, Jan. 9, 2007 (PRIME NEWSWIRE) -- JetBlue Airways
(Nasdaq:JBLU) today announces its continued expansion in the Bay Area
with new low-fare service between San Francisco International Airport
(SFO) and both New York/JFK and Boston beginning May 3, 2007. With the
addition of JetBlue's five daily flights to SFO, the low-fare airline
will offer the most nonstop flights between New York City and the Bay
Area -- where it already serves Oakland and San Jose -- as well as the
most California destinations served nonstop from both Boston and New
York City.
To celebrate JetBlue's commitment to the Bay Area, the award-winning
low-fare carrier is offering one-way fares from San Francisco, Oakland,
and San Jose to Boston and New York City starting at $99(a) each way,
with regular fares ranging between $159(a) and $399(a) each way.
"San Franciscans have been loyal to JetBlue since 2000 when we first
launched service to Oakland International Airport," said David
Neeleman, Founder and CEO of JetBlue. "Our customers continually asked
for more service from more airports -- it's important for our customers
to have choice and low fares. We look forward to welcoming them aboard
even more nonstop flights, regardless of which airport they prefer to
use. And beginning in March, our Bay Area customers will enjoy one of
the most comfortable and spacious coach products in the U.S., with a
minimum of 34 inches of seat pitch at every seat."
"I am pleased to welcome the JetBlue family to San Francisco," said
Mayor Gavin Newsom. "JetBlue represents the same qualities that come to
mind when one thinks of San Francisco's economy: innovation and
creativity. I am proud that we have a company of their stature now
flying to San Francisco and contributing greatly to our future growth."
"San Francisco International Airport is very pleased to have JetBlue as
its newest carrier," said John L. Martin, SFO Airport Director. "Just
as SFO is committed to providing our travelers with unsurpassed safety,
security and customer service, JetBlue has created a brand that is
synonymous with first class customer service at an outstanding value.
By providing more choices for travel, all of our passengers will
benefit from JetBlue's SFO service."
In addition to its new service to San Francisco, JetBlue already offers
Bay Area customers daily nonstop service from both Oakland and San Jose
to New York City and Boston. JetBlue also flies daily from Oakland to
LA/Long Beach, CA; Washington, DC/Dulles; and Fort Lauderdale, FL. For
customers traveling beyond these cities, the low-fare airline offers
convenient connecting service to dozens of destinations across the
United States and Caribbean.
JetBlue's service between San Francisco International and New York/JFK:
Departs JFK - Arrives SFO
8:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
10:30 a.m. - 1:55 p.m.
5:30 p.m. - 8:55 pm.
9:00 p.m. - 12:20 a.m. (next day)
Departs SFO - Arrives JFK
8:00 a.m. - 4:25 p.m.
12:25 p.m. - 8:55 p.m.
2:50 p.m. - 11:15 p.m.
11:50 p.m. - 8:15 a.m. (next day) featuring JetBlue's Shut-Eye Service(tm)
JetBlue's service between San Francisco International and Boston:
Departs BOS - Arrives SFO
7:30 p.m. - 10:55 p.m.
Departs SFO - Arrives BOS
9:55 p.m. - 6:35 a.m. (next day) featuring JetBlue's Shut-Eye Service(tm)
On overnight flights from SFO, customers can say "buh-bye" to red eye
and arrive revived with JetBlue's signature Shut-Eye Service(tm).
Customers traveling on Shut-Eye flights receive a comfort kit designed
exclusively for JetBlue by Bliss Spa and other special amenities
including a "good morning" hot towel service. Before arrival, customers
will be treated to Dunkin' Donuts coffee, orange juice or bottled
spring water, refreshed and ready to start the day.
JetBlue customers enrolled in the airline's customer loyalty program,
TrueBlue, will earn six TrueBlue points each way, with double points
awarded for travel purchased online at http://www.jetblue.com. Customers can
earn TrueBlue points even faster by using the JetBlue Card from
American Express. Every time cardholders purchase JetBlue travel with
the Card, or earn at least one TrueBlue point through other purchasing
using the Card, all TrueBlue points in the member's account
automatically extend for another 12 months.
JetBlue Airways is focused on creating a new airline category -- an
airline that offers value, service and style. Based in New York City,
and entering its seventh year, the low-cost carrier currently serves 50
destinations with up to 500 flights daily. Onboard JetBlue, customers
enjoy roomy leather seats with industry-leading legroom (up to 36
inches!) on the A320 aircraft, and no middle seats on the E190 aircraft
(c). Customers also enjoy 36 channels of free DIRECTV(r) programming,
the most live TV available on any airline. On flights longer than two
hours, a selection of first-run movies and bonus features from FOX
InFlight(tm) is also available. JetBlue offers customers generous brand
name snacks and beverages, including freshly brewed Dunkin' Donuts(r)
coffee, and delicious wines selected by the airline's Low Fare
Sommelier, Josh Wesson from Best Cellars(r). With JetBlue, all seats
are assigned, all travel is ticketless, all fares are one-way, and an
overnight stay is never required. For information or reservations call
1-800-JETBLUE (1-800-538-2583) or visit http://www.jetblue.com.
The JetBlue logo is available at
http://www.primenewswire.com/newsroom/prs/?pkgid=795
(a) All fares are subject to change without notice. Introductory fare
requires a 21-day advance purchase. Introductory fare must be booked by
January 22, 2007, 11:59 PM MST, and travel must take place between May
3, 2007 and June 13, 2007. All travel on introductory fare must be
completed by June 13, 2007. Introductory fare may not be available on
all days or on all flights. Introductory fares are most often found on
midweek travel dates. All fares must be purchased at time of
reservation, and are one-way, nonrefundable, and nontransferable.
Cancellations and changes can be made prior to scheduled departure for
$30 at 1-800-JETBLUE, or at jetblue.com (in the case of changes), with
applicable fare adjustment. Cancellations are for a JetBlue travel
credit only, which is valid for one year. If a reservation is not
changed or canceled prior to scheduled departure, all money associated
with the reservation is forfeited. Fares do not include Passenger
Facility Charges of up to $9 each way, September 11th Security Fees of
up to $5 each way and a Federal Segment Tax of $3.40 per domestic
segment. A segment is a takeoff and landing. All taxes and fees must be
paid at the time of purchase. JetBlue reserves the right to deny
boarding to passengers without proper documentation. Other restrictions
apply.
(b) DIRECTV(r) service is not available on flights outside the
continental United States; however, where applicable FOX InFlight(tm)
is offered complimentary on these routes. FOX InFlight(tm) is a
trademark of Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation. JetBlue's
in-flight entertainment is powered by LiveTV, a wholly owned subsidiary
of JetBlue.
(c) The modification of JetBlue's A320 fleet that will bring customers
the 36 inches of leg room will be complete by March 2007.
This press release contains statements of a forward-looking nature
which represent our management's beliefs and assumptions concerning
future events. Forward-looking statements involve risks, uncertainties
and assumptions, and are based on information currently available to
us. Actual results may differ materially from those expressed in the
forward-looking statements due to many factors, including, without
limitation, our extremely competitive industry; increases in fuel
prices, maintenance costs and interest rates; our ability to implement
our growth strategy, including the integration of the EMBRAER 190
aircraft into our operations; our significant fixed obligations; our
ability to attract and retain qualified personnel and maintain our
culture as we grow; our reliance on high daily aircraft utilization;
our dependence on the New York metropolitan market; our reliance on
automated systems and technology; our being subject to potential
unionization; our reliance on a limited number of suppliers; changes in
or additional government regulation; changes in our industry due to
other airlines' financial condition; and external geopolitical events
and conditions. Further information concerning these and other factors
is contained in the Company's Securities and Exchange Commission
filings, including but not limited to, the Company's 2005 Annual Report
on Form 10-K and Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q. We undertake no
obligation to update any forward-looking statements to reflect events
or circumstances that may arise after the date of this release.
