Is Air Wisconsin Still Flying?
Air Wisconsin no longer sells tickets to the public under a major airline brand. Here’s what changed and how to find the routes it used to fly.
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Air Wisconsin is a US regional airline headquartered in Appleton, Wisconsin, founded in 1965. For decades it flew regional jets on behalf of major carriers under brands like United Express and American Eagle. Its capacity purchase agreement with American Airlines ended on April 3, 2025, and Air Wisconsin has since shifted to operating charter flights and subsidized Essential Air Service (EAS) routes rather than public branded scheduled service.
Air Wisconsin Route Network
Air Wisconsin no longer operates public scheduled flights under a major airline’s branding. Its current flying consists of charter operations and government-subsidized Essential Air Service routes to small communities, which are typically booked differently than standard commercial flights.
Primary Hub
Appleton International Airport, WI (ATW) — headquarters
Air Wisconsin is headquartered at Appleton International Airport (ATW) in Wisconsin, though its historical hub operations were centered on Chicago O’Hare (ORD) and Washington Dulles (IAD) while flying for United Express and American Eagle.
Alliance & Partner Airlines
Air Wisconsin currently has no active codeshare or feeder relationship with a major US airline. Travelers searching for its former routes should look for American Eagle or United Express flights operated by other regional partners, such as SkyWest, Republic, or Envoy.
Baggage, Seating & Onboard Amenities
A quick reference before you pack — always confirm exact allowances on your fare rules at booking, since they vary by route and cabin.
Carry-On & Personal Item
Not applicable for standard bookings — Air Wisconsin no longer sells commercial airline tickets to the general public.
Checked Baggage
Not applicable for standard bookings — Air Wisconsin no longer sells commercial airline tickets to the general public.
Excess Baggage Fees
Overweight, oversized, or extra bags typically incur a per-bag fee charged at check-in or online in advance — pre-paying online is usually cheaper than paying at the airport.
Seat Selection & Cabin Classes
Not applicable for standard bookings — Air Wisconsin no longer sells commercial airline tickets to the general public.
Frequently Asked Questions
Not under a major airline brand. Air Wisconsin's agreement to fly as American Eagle ended April 3, 2025, and it now operates only charter flights and subsidized Essential Air Service routes, which aren't sold through standard commercial booking channels the way American Eagle or United Express flights are.
Air Wisconsin's IATA code is ZW, with ICAO code AWI — used historically while operating as a United Express and American Eagle feeder carrier.
Yes, Air Wisconsin operated as American Eagle from April 2023 until the partnership ended on April 3, 2025, after which American discontinued the agreement.
Yes, Air Wisconsin operated as a United Express carrier from 2018 until 2023, when it switched to flying for American Eagle instead.
Other regional carriers — including SkyWest, Republic Airways, and Envoy Air — now cover most of the American Eagle and United Express flying that Air Wisconsin previously handled.
No, Air Wisconsin does not sell tickets to the public for standard travel. Its current flying is limited to charters and subsidized Essential Air Service routes, which are typically arranged differently than standard commercial bookings.
EAS is a US government program that subsidizes air service to small communities that would otherwise lack scheduled flights — Air Wisconsin operates some of these routes, which are generally booked through the specific carrier and route rather than general flight search.
Air Wisconsin is headquartered at Appleton International Airport (ATW) in Wisconsin, where it was founded in 1965.
Yes — over its history, Air Wisconsin has flown as a feeder for United Express, US Airways Express, and American Eagle at different points, reflecting the regional airline industry's frequent partner changes.
It's uncertain — as of its most recent public status, Air Wisconsin was operating charter and EAS flights without an active major-carrier partnership. Check current airline news for the latest developments.
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Looking for American Eagle or United Express Flights?
Air Wisconsin’s former routes are now flown by other regional partners like SkyWest, Republic, and Envoy under the American Eagle and United Express brands. Search those airlines instead.