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Del Rio Ends 7 Year Absence of Commercial Air Service

March 28, 2025

Originally published in 1995

Del Rio has a new airline service! Lone Star Airlines now offers two round-trip flights each weekday, and one daily round-trip flight on weekends. The route will be serviced by a new, luxurious 30-seat Dornier 328 built by Daimler-Benz. The Dornier 328 is the most advanced aircraft in its category. It combines state-of-the-art technology with jet speed and unmatched comfort. In addition to passenger service, Lone Star also offers cargo and small package shipping services.

Although Lone Star’s hub is at D/FW International, Lone Star enjoys interline agreements with most major airlines and offers competitive joint fares and convenient ticketing to destinations throughout the world. “With our service, we can connect Del Rio, Acuna, Eagle Pass, and Piedras Negras to Dallas/Fort Worth and beyond,” John L. Prendergast, President at Lone Star Airlines, said.

According to Prendergast, the airline hopes to be “a good corporate citizen to the community.” He predicts success for Lone Star as the community begins to realize what an asset air service is to the area.

In addition to its international routes, Lone Star offers regional service to cities throughout Texas, Arkansas, Oklahoma, and Missouri. The airline has established its niche by offering convenient, reliable service from DI FW to smaller markets that previously lacked air service.

For flight information and reservations, call 1- 800-877-3932, or your local travel agency.

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Filed Under: Wingtips Volume 3 - Number 3

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