Pace Airlines is a charter airline based in the United States. It was founded in 1990 as a regional airline serving the southeastern United States. The airline is known for its low costs and the ability to transport a large number of passengers in a short time frame. It is also known for its extensive fleet of aircraft, which includes both turboprop and jet-powered aircraft.

The story of Pace Airlines began in 1990. At the time, the airline was known as Pace Airlines, Inc. and operated as a regional airline out of the Charlotte Douglas International Airport in North Carolina. The airline was founded by a group of investors led by Jack Evans, who had previously worked in the airline industry. Initially, the airline operated only a handful of aircraft, primarily turboprops, and served a limited number of destinations.

Over the years, the airline grew and expanded its operations. By the mid-1990s, Pace Airlines was operating a fleet of more than twenty aircraft, including both turboprops and jet-powered aircraft. The airline also expanded its route network to include destinations throughout the United States, as well as some international destinations.

One of the most important milestones in the history of Pace Airlines was its acquisition in 1999 by US Airways. The acquisition marked the first time in US Airways' history that it acquired another airline. The acquisition allowed US Airways to expand its route network and allowed Pace Airlines to access US Airways' larger fleet and more extensive route network.

In 2003, Pace Airlines was acquired by World Air Holdings, Inc. and became part of their regional airline arm, known as World Air. As part of the acquisition, Pace Airlines changed its name to Pace Air Lines, Inc. and began operating as a regional airline under the World Air banner. The acquisition allowed Pace Airlines to access World Air's larger fleet and more extensive route network.

In the years since the acquisition, Pace Airlines has become an important part of the World Air family. The airline has expanded its fleet and route network and has become a major player in the regional airline market. In 2008, Pace Airlines became the first US airline to introduce the Airbus A320 family of aircraft into its fleet.

Unfortunately, Pace Airlines has not been immune to incidents. In 2011, a Pace Airlines flight from Denver to Chicago experienced severe turbulence and two passengers were injured. The incident prompted an investigation by the Federal Aviation Administration. In 2013, a Pace Airlines flight from Las Vegas to Phoenix suffered an engine failure and was forced to make an emergency landing in Tucson, Arizona. The incident prompted another investigation by the FAA.

Despite these incidents, Pace Airlines has continued to grow and thrive. The airline has become an important part of the World Air family and continues to expand its fleet and route network. Today, Pace Airlines operates more than 50 aircraft and serves over 50 destinations across the United States. With its strong commitment to safety, Pace Airlines has become a trusted partner for both business and leisure travelers.