New Horizon opens at Mammoth Mountain

         "Horizon's inaugural flight to Mammoth Mountain is one of the most pivotal moments in the history of the resort and the town," said Rusty Gregory, CEO of Mammoth Mountain. "The air service transforms a five plus-hour drive from Southern California into an hour's flight, making Mammoth even more convenient to experience."

         The one-hour-and-five-minute flight departs Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) daily at 2:20 p.m. and arrives at Mammoth Yosemite Airport (MMH) at 3:25 p.m. The return flight leaves Mammoth at 4:05 p.m. and arrives at LAX at 5:10 p.m.  The flight will also facilitate inbound travel from a wide variety of national and international airlines with service into LAX.

Horizon will operate with the airline's Bombardier Q400 for the Mammoth route. This 74/76-seat, high-speed, twin-engine turboprop is one of the most technologically advanced regional aircraft in the world.

It's as quiet and comfortable as a jet - thanks to its special technology that suppresses noise and vibration, its generously sized overhead storage bins, its unobstructed under-seat space, and its ample headroom (6 feet 5 inches). The Q400 is also among the most environmentally friendly aircraft, burning 30 percent less fuel and producing 30 percent lower emissions than comparable jets.

         Mountain to Hit Full Operation With 4+ Feet of New Snow

         Since last weekend storms have dropped more than four feet of snow on the mountain, ensuring some of the best ski and snowboard conditions in the country. With even more snow predicted in this week's forecast, Mammoth will be opening Canyon and Eagle Lodges for the season this weekend, with the entire resort in full operation for the holidays.

         For more information on Mammoth, or to purchase vacation packages including transportation, lodging and lift tickets, visit MammothMountain.com or call 800-MAMMOTH. Flights may also be purchased through horizonair.com.