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SkyWest, Inc. functions as a regional airline operator within the United States, managing its activities through various subsidiaries. The company organizes its business into two primary divisions: SkyWest Airlines and SkyWest Leasing. In addition to its aviation services, it also engages in leasing regional jet aircraft and spare engines to third-party clients. As of December 31, 2021, SkyWest's fleet consisted of 629 airplanes, facilitating approximately 2,080 daily scheduled departures for both passengers and cargo to destinations throughout the U.S., Canada, Mexico, and the Caribbean. The company further provides airport customer and ground handling support to other airlines. Incorporated in 1972, SkyWest, Inc. is headquartered in St. George, Utah.
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SkyWest, Inc. at a glance
SkyWest, Inc. is an airlines company headquartered in Saint George, United States, founded in 1972. It is publicly listed (SKYW) with a market capitalisation of $3.8B. Xcout tracks 15 named people at SkyWest, Inc., including Russell A. Childs (Chief Executive Officer, President & Director). Xcout recorded 32 job postings from SkyWest, Inc. in the last 90 days.
SkyWest, Inc. leadership
- Russell A. ChildsChief Executive Officer, President & Director
- Wade J. SteelPresident & COO- SkyWest Airlines
- Robert J. SimmonsChief Financial Officer
- Eric J. WoodwardChief Accounting Officer
- Greg WooleyExecutive Vice President of Operations of SkyWest Airlines
- Sonya WolfordSenior Vice President of InFlight - SkyWest Airlines, Inc.
9 more named people on record for SkyWest, Inc., with roles, board committees and tenure — see the full roster →
Hiring at SkyWest, Inc.
Xcout recorded 32 job postings from SkyWest, Inc. in the last 90 days, from a hiring record Xcout has kept since June 2026.
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SkyWest, Inc. competitors
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Southwest Airlines Co. functions as a passenger airline, offering scheduled air travel services predominantly across the United States and to select neighboring international markets. As of December 31, 2021, the company maintained a consistent fleet of 728 Boeing 737 aircraft. Its extensive route network served 121 different locations, spanning 42 U.S. states, the District of Columbia, and the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, along with 10 international countries close by. These international destinations include Mexico, Jamaica, the Bahamas, Aruba, the Dominican Republic, Costa Rica, Belize, Cuba, the Cayman Islands, and Turks and Caicos. To enhance the passenger journey, Southwest provides in-flight entertainment and internet access on its Wi-Fi-enabled planes. The airline also runs the Rapid Rewards loyalty program, enabling members to accumulate points proportional to the money spent on Southwest's base fares. For customer convenience in travel planning, the company offers a range of digital tools, including its official websites and mobile applications, as well as SWABIZ, a dedicated online booking platform for business clients. Additional services available include EarlyBird Check-In, preferred boarding options, and transportation for pets and unaccompanied minors. The company was founded in 1967 and its corporate headquarters are situated in Dallas, Texas.
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