Hi Dawn! The reason that the airline asks your weight is that on a small plane "weight and balance" are very important. It's not just the total weight, but how that weight is distributed. On each flight the pilot must calculate the proper distribution of passengers, luggage, and fuel to keep the plane balanced and ensure a safe and comfortable flight. Also, the plane in the photo is a Pilatus PC-12, the model that flies to and from AOO on a daily basis. The only difference between the plane in the photo and the planes flying at AOO, is that the photo is a "showroom new" version and the planes at AOO are "working aircraft" that fly over a thousand miles a day, taking passengers to and from AOO and other airports in the northeast. Hope this explanation is helpful. Thanks for flying with us!

Thanks for your comment, Brian. As you pointed out, the summer months have been a challenge for Boutique, as they have been for all airlines, due to lack of available staff, both flight crews and ground personnel. However, Boutique has adjusted schedules and pay scales, and aggressively sought out additional staff members throughout the summer. Completion rates are improving, and we expect that through September and into October operations will return to Boutique's normal 95%+ completion rates.

There is no fee for one checked and one carry on bag. If you need more detail, you can call the Boutique ticket counter at AOO 814-312-2039. Thanks!

They also ask your weight and this is by no means the plane. 🤣

Is there fee for luggage?

Granted, they may cancel or delay your flight for no apparent reason…

Zack Lovell