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Big Island Air was a regional airline that operated in Hawaii, primarily serving the Big Island and connecting it to other Hawaiian islands and the mainland. Founded in the 1970s and based in Kona, the airline specialized in inter-island passenger service with a focus on point-to-point routes rather than hub-and-spoke operations. Big Island Air operated a modest fleet of regional turboprops and offered basic economy seating on its short-haul flights. The airline ceased operations in 2001, ending decades of service connecting Hawaii's smaller communities with larger airports like Honolulu International Airport.