Simpson Bay:--- WINAIR boasts 50 dynamic years of safe and dependable service to the northeastern Caribbean on August 25th 2011.
WINAIR was established in 1961 by Mr. Georges Greaux, Mr. Faustin Ledee and Mr. Chester Wathey with the aim of connecting St. Maarten to St. Barths and St. Eustatius with future goals to spread its service to the outside world. This operation proved to be a success. Today, the airline is owned by both Country St. Maarten and the Netherlands and has flown to more than 15 Caribbean destinations throughout its 50 years of service. WINAIR remains proud to be one of the oldest and safest airlines in the Caribbean Region.
Over its 50 years of existence, WINAIR has withstood challenges ranging from high fuel prices, strict aviation regulations, increase in operational costs etc., all of which played a major role in the airline's financial health. WINAIR also contributed to the economical development of the surrounding islands. Together with its new shareholders and management team, the airline looks forward to a more positive future.
On this 50th year anniversary WINAIR intends to show appreciation to its customers. We recognize that without our dedicated and committed customers, it would have been impossible to celebrate this great milestone. As a result, we are committed to offering airfare specials which will be available on our website, facebook page, radio stations and news papers throughout the oncoming weeks and months.
This year's celebration will also include giving special recognition to the Islands of Saba and St. Eustatius as they played a vital role in the airline's history and survival over the past 50 years. The celebration will start with a church service on the 20th of August, 2011. In addition, the Island of St. Maarten are invited to come out and support the WINAIR Walk-a-Thon which will be held on September 3rd 2011, where all funds will go towards community projects.
A hearty thank you from the management and staff at WINAIR, for remaining loyal to us throughout the years.
We look forward to having you celebrate our 50th Anniversary with us!
