Delta goes first-class in RDM as summer arrives

Effective July 2, Delta Air Lines will be providing larger planes and first-class seating for the first time at Redmond Municipal Airport for their flights to Salt Lake City, the airport announced Friday as the busy summer travel season arrives.

Airport officials say the airline will be operating a CRJ-700 aircraft that has 76 seats and has both first-class and economy seating. The aircraft will be utilized on the early morning departure flights.

Passenger traffic through Roberts Field (RDM) is expected to increase during the summer months, as American Airlines’ new direct flights to LAX start June 12th.

Due to the increased traffic, travelers are encouraged to arrive early. Here are some suggested travel tips to prepare for the busy travel season:

–Allow plenty of time by arriving to the Airport at least 90 minutes prior to scheduled departure time for check in. The airline ticket counters close 30 minutes prior to scheduled departure time.

–Prepare for the TSA security screening processes for checked baggage and carry-on items by visiting the website at www.tsa.gov/traveler-information/prohibited-items.

–Check the airlines policy regarding carry-ons, checked baggage fees, and policies for traveling with your pet.

–For your traveling convenience, RDM offers several close parking options with rates as low as $1.00 for the first 30 minutes, $2.00 per hour, daily short-term parking rate is $12.00, and long-term parking daily rate is $8.00 per day.

–A ‘Cell Phone Waiting Area’ is located across the street from the Airport Terminal on SE Salmon for drivers who are picking up passengers at the curb.