American Airlines launched its first flight Thursday from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Vero Beach, Florida. The new route provides year-round nonstop service between the Charlotte hub and Florida’s Treasure Coast.
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Vero Beach is a new destination for American Airlines, served only from Charlotte. The route has more than 90 peak flights daily from Charlotte to 17 different destinations in Florida.
The new flights to Vero Beach will operate daily year-round. The airline uses CRJ-900 aircraft on this particular route.
The expansion makes Charlotte the only hub in the American Airlines network to offer nonstop service to the coastal city.
Vero Beach is located in South Florida and has nearly 30 miles of coastline along the Atlantic Ocean.
“This charming beach town also offers walking access to many unique shops, art galleries and restaurants,” airline officials said in a news release.
The destination is known for its variety of resorts, wildlife, and historic downtown area. The area is part of Florida’s Treasure Coast region.
Highlight history and culture through a variety of local exhibits.
Located in the city center, the McLarty Treasure Museum is one of the most popular attractions for visitors interested in the area’s heritage.
Outdoor recreation in the area includes paddleboarding, kayaking and surfing. Visitors also have the opportunity to visit sea turtle nesting sites during night tours.
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