Contour Airlines to continue taking reservations at Barkley as airport awaits DOT decision on new carrier

WEST PADUCAH, Ky. (KFVS) - A western Kentucky airport says its current air service will continue to accept reservations through the new year as the airport awaits a formal decision on a new carrier.

Barkley Regional Airport leaders say they’re waiting for a formal decision from the U.S. Department of Transportation on their essential air service contract.

They say Contour Airlines will continue accepting reservations from Paducah through January 31, 2026. Reservations after that could change depending on the timing of the DOT’s decision.

Barkley Regional Airport managers await new flight carrier approvals

In July, the airport recommended SkyWest Airlines to provide air service to Chicago O’Hare and Houston Intercontinental.

Airport leaders say they’re preparing for operations at Bar