Hageland Aviation Services is an Alaska-based regional airline that has been providing cargo, passenger, and charter services since 1983. Founded by brothers Lloyd and Arne Hageland, the airline was initially based out of Anchorage and provided freight services in the Alaska bush. Over the years, the airline has grown and expanded its services to include scheduled passenger services and charter flights throughout the state of Alaska.

The airline's fleet of aircraft consists of a variety of turboprop and piston-powered planes. The turboprop aircraft include the Cessna Caravan 208B and the Pilatus PC-12. The piston-powered planes include the Cessna 172 and the Piper Cherokee. The airline also has a variety of helicopters, including the Bell 206 and Robinson R44.

Hageland Aviation Services has a long and interesting history that began in 1983. Here are some of the most important milestones in the airline’s history:

1. In 1983, the brothers founded Hageland Aviation Services, which initially provided freight services in the Alaska bush.

2. In 1985, the airline began providing scheduled passenger services within Alaska.

3. In 1987, the airline purchased its first turboprop aircraft, a Cessna Caravan 208B, which allowed it to expand its service area.

4. In the 1990s, the airline added a variety of helicopters to its fleet, including the Bell 206 and Robinson R44.

5. In 2003, the airline expanded its services to include charter flights throughout Alaska.

Over the years, the airline has experienced significant growth. Today, it operates a fleet of over 40 aircraft and serves over 50 communities throughout Alaska. The airline has also become more efficient in its operations, utilizing advanced flight-planning software and modern aircrafts to ensure that flights are conducted in a safe and efficient manner.

Unfortunately, the airline has also experienced some incidents over the years. In 1999, one of its aircrafts, a Cessna Caravan 208B, crashed near the airport in the village of St. Mary’s. There were no fatalities, but several people were injured. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) investigated the incident and concluded that the crash was due to pilot error.

In 2004, the airline was the subject of a federal investigation into its safety practices. The investigation was prompted by a series of incidents involving Hageland aircrafts, including the 1999 crash. After a thorough investigation, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) found that the airline was operating in a safe and efficient manner and cleared it of any wrongdoing.

Since then, Hageland Aviation Services has continued to grow and expand its services. It remains one of the most trusted and reliable airlines in Alaska and continues to provide safe and efficient air transportation for passengers and cargo throughout the state.