They’ve recently launched their first commercial, and their website is now taking bookings for flights starting in July. I like being able to visualize how they’ve got things set up now, since people aren’t allowed on the flights! They also provide tips on preparing your cat or dog for travel, tips for cat owners, and a company blog.

Pet Airways is a pet-only airline where pets actually fly in the main cabin, not in cargo. A pet attendant takes care of the pets at all times, and get the best care available during their flight.

The “pawsengers” are checked on every 15 minutes, get fresh water and food, and regular potty breaks. All you need to worry about is dropping your pet off and then picking them up at the Pet Lounge at your destination. You can even monitor their progress along the way — from drop-off to pick-up — for peace of mind.

There are only a few destination cities so far — New York, Balt./Wash D.C., Chicago, Denver and, Los Angeles — but more are apparently in the works!

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Fun Friday: Pet Airways Commercial

The biggest drawback is that if your pet isn’t small enough to ride in the cabin with you (under the seat, of course) then they have to fly in the cargo area with the luggage. Some carriers have a limit on how many pets are allowed in the cabin on one flight, so even if your pet is small enough they might end up in cargo anyway.

One company didn’t like this idea very much and has created Pet Airways, an airline that specifically caters to pets — in fact, human passengers aren’t even allowed on the aircraft!

The “pawsengers” get the best care available during their flight: They’re checked on every 15 minutes, get fresh water and food, and get regular potty breaks. All you need to worry about is dropping your pet off in the first place and then picking them up at the Pet Lounge at your destination. You can even monitor their progress along the way — from drop-off to pick-up — for peace of mind.

They don’t have many flight cities yet, and the first ones opening in July will be New York (NJ,CT & Philadelphia), Washington DC/Baltimore Area, Chicago, Denver, and Los Angeles. Be sure to let them know what cities you’d like to see them expand into!

Introductory fares are currently $149 and reservations can be made online.

What do you think? Would you use it? I think I’d be a little worried about my pet flying without me, but knowing that they’re comfortable and being taken care of would ease that, I think.

[image: flickr]

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Pet Airways Launching in July