History
- Established in 1987 as Casino Express Airlines; started operations in 1989 using Boeing 737-200 aircraft flying exclusively for the Red Lion Hotel and Casino.
- Quickly expanded its customer base to include sports teams, government agencies, foreign dignitaries, press corps, other gaming properties, and other types of public and private charters.
- Changed its name to Xtra Airways on December 8, 2005, to better reflect its broader focus.
- Moved its headquarters in June, 2010, to Boise, Idaho, to better position itself for sustained growth.
- On April 21st, 2012 it established a partnership with virtual airline Cal Jet Air, offering flights to various Mexico destinations.
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