Grand Canyon Airlines

Grand Canyon Airlines (IATA: YR, ICAO: CVU) is a United States-based air tour operator with roots dating to 1927, when it began operations under the name Scenic Airways. The airline rebranded as Grand Canyon Airlines in 1930 and has since established itself as a specialist in scenic aviation experiences.

The airline operates from its primary hub at Grand Canyon National Park Airport in Tusayan, Arizona. Grand Canyon Airlines conducts aerial tours, charter flights, and sightseeing operations across the Grand Canyon region and surrounding areas. Its fleet comprises two aircraft types: the Cessna 208, a single-engine turboprop favored for smaller groups and flexible operations, and the De Havilland Canada DHC-6 Twin Otter, a twin-engine workhorse capable of carrying more passengers on scenic routes.

The company maintains a substantial operational footprint with 600 employees and operates a fleet of 21 aircraft across its direct operations and subsidiaries, which include Papillon Airways and Grand Canyon Scenic Airlines. As a Part 135 certified operator, Grand Canyon Airlines is authorized to conduct fixed-wing aerial tours and charter flights carrying up to 30 passengers, making it a key player in southwestern U.S. aviation tourism.