Key Lime Air

Here is comprehensive information about Key Lime Air (ICAO: LYM) airline:

Key Lime Air, established in 1997, is a United States airline headquartered at Centennial Airport in Dove Valley, Colorado, within the Denver metropolitan area. Initially, the airline focused on cargo operations, providing flexible freight services across Colorado and surrounding states. Over time, it expanded its focus to include passenger charter services, growing into a significant player in regional aviation.

The airline operates scheduled regional flights through its subsidiary, Denver Air Connection, primarily from Denver International Airport (DIA), with a secondary hub at Centennial Airport. Key Lime Air also provides public air charter services under Federal Aviation Regulation (FAR) Part 135 from Centennial Airport. Additionally, it maintains significant cargo operations, including UPS feeder services for overnight and express delivery packages across Colorado, Wyoming, Nebraska, and Kansas.

Key Lime Air operates a diverse fleet of aircraft, including Fairchild Swearingen Metroliner (Metro 23, Metro II, Metro III), Dornier 328 and Dornier 328JET, and Embraer ERJ-145 jets. The fleet size is reported to be around 34-42 aircraft. The airline's route network focuses on serving underserved regional markets within the United States, with scheduled passenger services connecting smaller communities to major hubs like Denver International Airport. Key Lime Air also offers charter services throughout the U.S., Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean, and South America. Key Lime Air is not a member of any major airline alliances like Star Alliance, SkyTeam, or Oneworld. For passenger services, the airline offers a single standard class of seating, described as an Economy Class, but with amenities similar to a Business Class, providing a premium VIP experience, especially on its Embraer and Dornier aircraft. Passengers typically experience open seating, allowing them to choose their preferred seat upon boarding.