History of Breeze Airways in Timeline

Breeze Airways, or Breeze Aviation Group, Inc., is an American low-cost airline based in Cottonwood Heights, Utah. Founded by serial airline entrepreneur David Neeleman (also co-founder of Morris Air, WestJet, JetBlue, and Azul), Breeze began operations on May 27, 2021. Its first flight was from Tampa International Airport to Charleston International Airport, marking its entry into the competitive low-cost airline market.

June 2018: Neeleman Plans New Airline: Moxy Airways

In June 2018, David Neeleman planned to launch a new American airline, tentatively named Moxy Airways, with capital from Robert Milton, Henri Courpron, Michael Lazarus, and himself.

July 17, 2018: Memorandum of Understanding Signed with Airbus

On July 17, 2018, Breeze Airways signed a memorandum of understanding with Airbus for 60 A220-300 aircraft to be delivered from 2021.

January 2019: Airbus A220-300 Order Firmed

In January 2019, Breeze Airways firmed the order for 60 Airbus A220-300 aircraft.

February 7, 2020: Airline Renamed Breeze Airways

On February 7, 2020, the airline's name was announced as Breeze Airways, abandoning the "Moxy" name due to trademark ambiguity. The airline's branding was developed by Gianfranco "Panda" Beting, and Neeleman proposed the tagline, the "World's Nicest Airline."

February 20, 2020: Headquarters Established in Cottonwood Heights

On February 20, 2020, Breeze Airways established its headquarters in Cottonwood Heights, Utah.

December 30, 2020: First Embraer 195 Received

On December 30, 2020, Breeze Airways received its first Embraer 195 aircraft.

February 2021: First Embraer 190 Received

In February 2021, Breeze Airways received its first Embraer 190 aircraft.

March 10, 2021: Federal Approval to Begin Operations

On March 10, 2021, Breeze Airways received federal approval from the United States Department of Transportation (USDOT) to begin operations.

April 26, 2021: Options Firmed for Additional A220-300 Aircraft

On April 26, 2021, it was announced that Breeze Airways had firmed options for an additional 20 A220-300 aircraft, bringing its total orders up to 80 aircraft of the type.

May 14, 2021: Air Operator's Certificate Issued

On May 14, 2021, Breeze Airways was issued its air operator's certificate.

May 27, 2021: Breeze Airways Launches Operations

On May 27, 2021, Breeze Airways officially launched its operations with its inaugural flight departing from Tampa International Airport and arriving at Charleston International Airport.

September 13, 2021: Order for Additional A220-300s Announced

On September 13, 2021, Breeze Airways announced that it had firmed options for an additional 20 A220-300 aircraft, bringing its total orders up to 80 aircraft of the type.

October 2021: "Nicest" Ticket Type Announced

In October 2021, Breeze Airways announced the "Nicest" ticket type to coincide with the launch of its Airbus A220-300 service in 2022, which introduced the airline's first class seating.

October 26, 2021: First Airbus A220-300 Delivered

On October 26, 2021, Breeze Airways' first Airbus A220-300 was delivered.

March 2022: Plans to Offer Inflight Viasat Wi-Fi Announced

In March 2022, Breeze Airways announced plans to offer inflight Viasat Wi-Fi internet access from October 2022 on its A220 aircraft.

June 9, 2022: Tom Doxey Appointed as Company President

On June 9, 2022, Tom Doxey was appointed as the company president of Breeze Airways.

October 2022: Inflight Viasat Wi-Fi Delayed

The initial implementation of inflight Viasat Wi-Fi on Breeze Airways' A220 aircraft, originally planned for October 2022, was postponed to 2023 due to ongoing delays.

May 2023: Application Submitted to Operate Flights to Mexico

In May 2023, Breeze Airways began the process to operate international flights, submitting an application to the USDOT to operate flights to Mexico.

November 2023: Intention to Operate Flights to Europe Announced

In November 2023, David Neeleman announced that Breeze Airways also intended to operate flights to Europe.

February 20, 2024: Additional A220-300 Aircraft Ordered and Embraer Fleet Transition Announced

On February 20, 2024, Breeze Airways announced that it had firmed options for an additional 10 A220-300 aircraft, bringing its total orders up to 90 aircraft of the type. The airline also announced that its Embraer fleet would transition from scheduled passenger services to charter operations.

March 2024: "No Flex Fare" Ticket Introduced

In March 2024, Breeze Airways introduced the "No Flex Fare" ticket type, which did not allow for itinerary changes and offered partial credit for cancellations.