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American Airlines to begin flights to Columbus

April 28, 2010

American Airlines' regional carrier American Eagle said it will soon begin flying to Columbus, Georgia from its hub at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport.

The flights to Columbus will begin July 15. Fort Worth, Texas-based American said it will fly the route twice daily with 44-seat Embraer ERJ-140 jets.

Atlanta-based Delta already flies from Atlanta to Columbus, which is on the banks of the Chattahoochee River and is near Fort Benning.

U.S. Rep. Lynn A. Westmoreland (R-Ga.) said in a written statement that American's new flights will open up more flight options for travelers in the Columbus area and "keep more money flowing into the local economy."

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As business team lead, Kelly Yamanouchi edits and writes business stories. She graduated from Harvard and has a master's degree from Northwestern.

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