FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 23, 1959
Piedmont Skyways Launches Daily Air Service Connecting Georgia and North Carolina with Modern Commuter Aircraft
Charlotte, N.C. – Piedmont Skyways, the Southeast's newest regional airline, proudly announces the commencement of daily scheduled flights between Charlotte, North Carolina, and three vital Georgia cities: Macon, Albany, and Brunswick. These routes mark the beginning of Piedmont Skyways' mission to bridge communities across the South with reliable, comfortable, and modern air travel.
All routes will be flown aboard the sleek and efficient de Havilland DH.104 Dove, a twin-engine British-built aircraft known for its smooth ride, dependable performance, and passenger comfort. Operating out of our home base at Charlotte Douglas Municipal Airport, the Dove aircraft—registration N001PY—will serve these short-range commuter hops with speed and southern hospitality.
"Our goal is to bring the Piedmont region closer together and connect neighbors across the Southeast," said C. W. Lowe, President and CEO of Piedmont Skyways. "With these new routes, business travelers, families, and visitors alike can take to the skies and reach their destinations in just over an hour—no more overnight train rides or long drives on country roads."
Newly Launched Routes Include:
Charlotte ↔ Macon
Morning departures daily, perfect for business travelers.
Charlotte ↔ Brunswick
Midday service to Georgia's coastal gem.
Charlotte ↔ Albany
Evening flights for end-of-day convenience.
The DH.104 Dove offers spacious seating and dependable performance, ensuring passengers enjoy a refined experience from takeoff to touchdown. Each aircraft will operate multiple daily round trips with a high frequency to ensure convenient travel options.
Piedmont Skyways invites the traveling public to experience a new era in Southern aviation—where efficiency, courtesy, and regional pride take flight.
For flight schedules, ticket information, or to learn more about our routes and aircraft, visit your local travel office or contact Piedmont Skyways directly at CLT 9-8251.
Piedmont Skyways – From the Foothills to the Skies.