JetBlue Celebrates Opening of New Crew Base in San Juan, Puerto Rico, and Launch of Flights to St. Croix
JetBlue’s Investment in Puerto Rico
JetBlue, Puerto Rico’s largest carrier, today celebrated the opening of its brand new crew base at San Juan’s Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport (SJU), its first outside the continental U.S., bringing hundreds of jobs with it. This marks a significant milestone in the airline’s commitment to investing in the communities it serves, creating opportunities for crewmembers in San Juan and for those who want to return home to the island, while expanding its network to meet the growing demand for travel to the Caribbean and beyond.
New Crew Base in San Juan
The new crew base is set to bring more than 400 crewmember jobs to Puerto Rico, with over 100 pilots and over 300 inflight crewmembers (flight attendants) set to be assigned to the base by next year. The crew base to support inflight crewmembers opened today while San Juan-based pilots are expected to join in early 2025. Located in Terminal A at San Juan’s airport, the base will allow crewmembers to begin and end trips from the island, supporting the airline’s operations in Puerto Rico, the Caribbean, and beyond, and ensuring these workgroups can quickly respond in the event of operational disruptions.
Governor’s Remarks
"We are proud to celebrate this important milestone in Puerto Rico," said Warren Christie, chief operating officer at JetBlue. "The new crew base reinforces our commitment to investing in the communities we serve, creating opportunities for crewmembers in San Juan and for those who want to return home to the island, while expanding our network to meet the growing demand for travel to the Caribbean and beyond."
"We celebrate that JetBlue continues to bet on Puerto Rico. We are proud of this strategic alliance with Puerto Rico, reinforcing the airline’s commitment to the island and its people. Our tourism had record growth numbers over the past four years, and this is one more sign that good news continue for our people," said Puerto Rico Governor Pedro R. Pierluisi.
St. Croix Flights
To add to JetBlue’s growth in Puerto Rico, today the airline will celebrate its inaugural flight from San Juan to St. Croix. Part of the U.S. Virgin Islands, St. Croix blends vibrant culture and natural beauty. Visitors will experience historic sites, lush gardens, and charming streets, or unwind on pristine beaches like Protestant Cay or Rainbow Beach. With a thriving art scene and diverse adventures, St. Croix stands out as a relaxing Caribbean escape.
Schedule between San Juan (SJU) and St. Croix (STX)
- SJU-STX Flight #2940: 3:00 p.m. – 3:44 p.m.
- STX-SJU Flight #2941: 4:45 p.m. – 5:35 p.m.
JetBlue’s Relaunch of Service to St. Croix
JetBlue’s relaunch of service to St. Croix is part of the airline’s significant network enhancements in San Juan and focus on leisure and VFR (visiting friend and relatives) routes, aligned with the airline’s JetForward strategy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the significance of the new crew base in San Juan?
A: The new crew base brings more than 400 crewmember jobs to Puerto Rico, supporting the airline’s operations in Puerto Rico, the Caribbean, and beyond.
Q: What is the impact of the new crew base on the local economy?
A: The new crew base confirms the airline’s commitment to Puerto Rico, enhancing both the increase in frequency of flights to all the airports of the island, as well as new opportunities to continue expanding the network from domestic and international markets that benefit the local economy.
Q: What are the benefits of booking directly with JetBlue?
A: Customers who book directly through jetblue.com are guaranteed to find JetBlue’s lowest fares, and can enjoy additional benefits, including access to all of the airline’s fare options, as well as fare sales and promotions, some of which may not be available through other third parties; the ability to earn 2x TrueBlue points and participate in Points Pooling; seamless seat selections and upgrades to Even More Space; 24/7 direct access to JetBlue’s customer service channels; and more.
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