WATERLOO, Iowa and NORTH OLMSTED, Ohio – STM Charters, the air charter experts at Short’s Travel Management, and CommuteAir are teaming up to transform air charter travel in collegiate athletics with a unique offering that fills the gap between small regional jets and larger narrowbody aircraft. This new partnership will utilize CommuteAir's 76-seat Embraer E170 to deliver customized travel solutions for college sports teams, raising the standard of service for athletic programs looking for a high-quality, cost-effective charter option.
“We are excited to partner with CommuteAir on their E170 charter offerings,” said Kevin Ross, Vice President, STM Charters. “As the leader in collegiate athletic charters, we know this is an aircraft our clients have been clamoring for. Combining Short’s expertise in managing athletic travel with CommuteAir’s focus on providing safe, reliable, and comfortable air transportation will be a huge win for our customers.”
Short’s Travel Management and their internal air charter experts, STM Charters, are known for their personalized approach, combining extensive industry knowledge with operational expertise to provide seamless, full-service travel management solutions for athletic programs throughout the country. Annually, STM Charters oversees more than 2,500 charter flights for nearly 115 colleges and universities, while collectively, Short’s Travel provides tailored travel solutions for nearly 250 different athletic departments.
“We’re confident that STM’s deep market expertise and strong relationships, paired with CommuteAir’s distinctive product and 35 years of experience providing safe, reliable air service, will deliver an exceptional experience for our customers,” said Rick Hoefling, CommuteAir’s President and CEO.
Whether a short regional trip or a longer journey, CommuteAir’s 76-seat E170 aircraft is the perfect option for travelers seeking an exceptional charter experience, with its blend of comfort and functionality. With a range of over 2,000 nautical miles, the E170 offers 2×2 leather seating that ensures maximum comfort for every passenger. Personalized service on the aircraft is performed by two dedicated flight attendants. The aircraft features ovens for hot meals and two lavatories.
CommuteAir’s E170 still has limited availability for the remainder of 2024 and is now open for bookings through 2025 and beyond.
For more information about Short’s Travel Management and STM Charters, go to https://shortstravel.com.
For more information about CommuteAir charter services, visit: https://www.commuteair.com/charters/.
About Short’s Travel Management and STM Charters
Short’s Travel Management, a family-owned and majority woman-owned private corporation led by CEO David LeCompte, has established itself as the fastest-growing provider of travel solutions for athletic teams. In 2020, the company strategically pivoted to focus exclusively on athletics, supporting over 16,000 games, meets, and tournaments annually. With more than 95% of its client portfolio comprising collegiate sports, Short’s serves over 250 athletic departments and manages championship travel for the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA).
As a leader in the collegiate team travel space, Short’s orchestrates more air charters, commercial flights, ground transportation, and group hotel accommodations than any other provider. STM Charters, Short’s Travel’s air charter experts, has the largest fleet of exclusively contracted aircraft dedicated to collegiate athletics in the country, ensuring access to the right aircraft at the right time and price.
