Those wishing for some time away from Coloradoâs Western Slope in favor of southern California sunshine â or vice versa â have a new, inexpensive alternative to make it happen.
On Sunday evening, a Boeing 737-800 serviced by Avelo Airlines landed at Grand Junction Regional Airport and made its way to its designated gate, flanked by water-spouting fire engines, dousing the plane in an act of celebration. When its passengers departed the aircraft, they were welcomed to the terminal by balloons, free cookies and greetings from airport Executive Director Angela Padalecki.
It was a fitting reception for the airlineâs official introduction to Grand Junction.