MILWAUKEE, Nov. 20 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- The 2007 Zagat U.S. Airlines Survey has rated Milwaukee-based Midwest Airlines #1 in overall quality for U.S. economy service. It is the sixth consecutive time the airline has been ranked #1, garnering the top spot in every U.S. airline survey conducted by Zagat since the inception of the survey in 1990.
The Zagat U.S. Airlines Survey, which was conducted in cooperation with NBC's Today show, covers 20 air carriers (a separate survey covers 64 major airlines that fly internationally). The survey reflects the input of 7,498 frequent flyers and travel professionals who rate each airline for its comfort, food, service, Web site and timeliness. Along with being voted best overall, Midwest Airlines was also rated the top airline in the Comfort, Food and Service categories. The complete survey is available at http://www.zagat.com/.
"It is an honor to again be named #1 in the prestigious Zagat Survey," said Timothy E. Hoeksema, chairman and chief executive officer. "This award is truly a refection of our employees' commitment to providing a superior travel experience. Passengers know that our onboard food, comfortable cabins and seating, and outstanding customer service mean they will receive 'The best care in the air' when they fly with us."
Hoeksema added that the announcement comes on the heels of other positive achievements for Midwest in 2007, including wide-ranging schedule and service enhancements, the launch of several new markets -- including the recent additions of nonstop service between Kansas City and Austin and between Milwaukee and Charlotte -- and the airline's "World's Best Domestic Airline" award from Travel+Leisure.
Midwest Airlines features jet service throughout the United States, including Milwaukee's most daily nonstop flights and best schedule to major destinations. Catering to business travelers and discerning leisure travelers, the airline earned its reputation as "The best care in the air" by providing passengers with impeccable service and onboard amenities at competitive fares. Both Skyway Airlines, Inc. -- a wholly owned subsidiary of Midwest Airlines -- and SkyWest Airlines, Inc. operate as Midwest Connect and offer service to and connections through Midwest Airlines' hubs. Together, the airlines offer service to 52 cities. More information is available at http://www.midwestairlines.com/.
