New Airline Offers Cheap Tickets, Chance to Fly 737

Travel Blog • Michael Yessis • 02.12.04 | 8:19 PM ET

GreenWay, a new co-op airline, plans to begin service between Austin, Texas, and San Francisco “as soon as someone can figure out how to use the booking software,” reports The Onion. “Unlike pricey corporate airlines, GreenWay is run by and for the people,” said Brad Olson, a member of the GreenWay elected board. “But, in order to keep our ticket prices low, everyone who wants to fly with us needs to pitch in and help us navigate and maintain the aircraft. All positions, from baggage handler to pilot, will be filled by volunteers who sign up for four-hour shifts.”