The Salina Airport Authority invites the public to a special event celebrating the first United Express nonstop flight from Salina Regional Airport (SLN) to Houston’s George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) on Friday, May 2, 2025.

The celebration will begin at 9:45 a.m. at the Salina Regional Airport Terminal and conclude with the flight’s departure at 11:30 a.m. This marks the launch of Salina’s first nonstop commercial service to Houston, a major United Airlines hub, opening new travel and business opportunities for the region.

Attendees can learn about United for Business and how it can streamline corporate travel. Company representatives will be available to discuss exclusive benefits and answer questions.

The event will include a ribbon cutting and remarks from leaders representing the City of Salina, Kansas Department of Transportation, SkyWest Airlines, and the Salina Airport Authority.

The public is welcome to attend.

Note: This is not a governing body meeting. If a majority of governing body members are present, they will not engage in discussions regarding airport authority business.