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It’s a Family Thing
Life at Republic Airways looks a little different. We’re good with that.
The year was 1974, back when bell-bottom blue jeans were popular the firsttime around and, believe it or not, “Star Wars” wasn’t even a thing yet. That was the year that Republic Airways was formed, and while a lot of things have changed in the last 46 years, the culture at Republic hasn’t. We’ve always been a company that feels more like a family.
A Family of Innovators
While everyone in the aviation industry strives for innovation, Republic endeavors to step outside the box and look at things with a fresh perspective. From our partnerships with universities across the country for career pathways, to our commitment to the community engagement and service, to our investment in all our Associates’ training as well as personal and professional growth, we are a company that steps the regional airline game up a notch. And while we do believe our Associates set us apart in the aviation industry, we wouldn’t be much of an airline without planes! Our fleet of 200 Embraer 170/175 aircraft are state-of-the-art. From the time our pilots train in our simulators to the time they spend in the cockpit, they rave about the EJet. Because safety is our top concern, we invest in innovative training and technology that ensures the safety of our passengers and crew.
A Family of Compassion
Republic’s Guiding Principles state that we will:
Be good stewards of our resources
Encourage a culture of fun and action
Strive for excellence in everything we do
Trust, respect and care for one another
A major way we live out those principles is through our Corporate & Community Responsibility programs. Republic is committed not only to serving people in need in our community and around the world, we are dedicated to creating a place where each of our Associates can engage and share our passion for service. Our Associates have the opportunity to participate in events and efforts that benefit causes under our three pillars of support: Children and Education, Global Health and Wellness and Military and Veterans. A wonderful example of how we put our principles in motion is through our participation in Honor Flights. These flights transport U.S. veterans to Washington, D.C. to visit the memorials dedicated to honor the service and sacrifices of themselves and their friends. Our Republic crew members volunteer for these flights, and any one of them will say emphatically that it is their pleasure to be able to give back to our military veterans through these flights. Whether it’s participating in an Honor Flight, a military letter-writing campaign, being on a Plane Pull team or providing shoes to children, being a member of the Republic family offers the opportunity to put your passion in gear. We are dedicated to creating a place where each of us can engage and share our commitment to service.
A Family of Fun
You may have noticed that our Guiding Principles also say “encourage a culture of fun and action.” We take every word of our Guiding Principles seriously—so you’d better believe we have some serious fun! Whether it’s sending pizza from our Indianapolis headquarters to a crew at a base in another city, or making a really big deal out of our Associates’ birthdays, or throwing a party for our Associate Celebration, or working together as a team in the Corporate Challenge, we believe in bonding over good times. The care and concern we have for one another is genuine. We believe that when we spend time getting to know each other, we have happier and more productive Associates. Plus, who doesn’t like having a good time at work?
A Family of Diversity
Besides our Guiding Principles, Republic also operates by our Mission (“Together we provide a safe, clean and reliable flying experience”), our Vision (“With the BEST People, Products and Performance we will be America’s regional airline of choice”) and our Culture Statement, which says: “We believe that every Associate, regardless of personal beliefs or worldview, has been created in the image and likeness of God. We seek to become stronger from our diversity. We seek personal respect and fulfillment from our work. Most of all, we seek to recognize the dignity and potential of each member of our Republic Airways Holdings family.” Again, we take those words to heart and are proud of our diverse and accepting culture. Since 1974, we have operated on the idea that we are better together. And as we move forward, we will continue to not only make Republic a place that feels like family, but one where everyone’s opportunity is elevated.
