US Airways begins new service between Sao Paulo and Charlotte

 US Airways launched daily non-stop service to Sao Paulo, Brazil from its largest hub at Charlotte, N.C. The new flight is US Airways' second destination in South America and complements the airline's existing non-stop service to Rio de Janeiro from Charlotte. US Airways will operate service to Brazil's largest city on Boeing 767-200 aircraft with seating for 18 in Envoy, US Airways' international business class, and 186 in the main cabin.
"US Airways' new flight to Sao Paulo further establishes our commitment to expanding our international reach for our customers," said Suzanne Boda, US Airways' senior vice president, Airport Customer Service, International and Cargo. "Our customers in more than 85 communities in the United States will have convenient one-stop access to Sao Paulo, South America's most important business market, with the launch of service tomorrow. The new service provides customers with a second daily option to reach Brazil."
"North Carolina's economy stands to benefit greatly from non-stop air service connecting Charlotte and Sao Paulo, and this is just one more sign that North Carolina is open for business," said United States Senator Kay Hagan. "I'm thrilled that US Airways is beginning this daily, non-stop flight that will support enhanced business relationships between North Carolina and Brazil's largest city and create more jobs and economic opportunities for our State."