our mission

Our mission is to provide safe, reliable, and affordable air service to the flying public.

family-owned airline

Western Air Limited was established in September of 2000 by husband & wife team Captain Rex & Shandrice Rolle.

Captain Rex Rolle & Shandrice Woodside-Rolle

THE BEGINNING


The couple fused their knowledge, experience and passion for aviation to provide an alternative, reliable air transportation service. Captain Rex Rolle currently serves as Chairman of the Board of Directors at Western Air and served as President & CEO since the airline’s inception in 2000 to December 31, 2023. Capt. Rolle holds a United States FAA and Bahamian certified Airline Transport Pilot license with a type rating in the Metro III. Captain Rolle is a former US FAA certified Flight Instructor, Certified Instruments Flight Instructor, and Certified Multi-Engine Instructor with 40+ years of experience as a professional pilot, aviation executive and consultant. Captain Rolle is known for his sharp, unconventional leadership, often setting industry trends throughout the region.

Mrs. Shandrice Woodside-Rolle serves as Vice-President & COO of Western Air. Woodside-Rolle graduated valedictorian of her university class, majoring in International Business. With an undeniable entrepreneurial spirit since childhood, Woodside-Rolle had the idea to start an airline after a trip back to her hometown where she noticed the limited air service. The couple returned to Andros and began building the airline.


Sherrexcia “Rexy” Rolle, Esq.

airline’s continuous growth


The Rolle’s daughter Sherrexcia Rolle, also known as Rexy, serves as President, CEO & General Counsel. Rolle is an Aviation and Corporate Attorney by trade and has made international waves by expanding the family’s airline. Rolle received her BS at the University of Ottawa with Joint Honors in Political Science & Communications and her MA at Lynn University in Mass Media & Communications, summa cum laude. Rolle obtained her Juris Doctorate at Thomas Jefferson School of Law and is an active member of State of California Bar, Washington DC Bar and The Bahamas Bar. Collectively, the family credits GOD, consistent hard work, its multifaceted team and long standing passengers for the airline’s continuous growth.


The airline employs over 200 employees.

today


Today, Western Air is the largest privately owned airline in The Bahamas offering daily scheduled flights between Nassau and Freeport, Marsh Harbour, Exuma, Congo Town, Bimini, Cat Island, San Andros and Fort Lauderdale, as well as on-demand charter flights throughout the greater Bahamas, Caribbean, Central and South America and the United States. The airline employs over 230 employees.

FLEET GROWTH & EXPANSION

Metro IIIs & Beech 1900s

Western Air began operations with a small fleet of Fairchild Metro IIIs and quickly added Beechcraft 1900s. The aircrafts were fast and perfect for the short distance routes. However, as occupancy demands grew the airline pursued a larger aircraft solution.

Saab 340As

Western Air currently operates a fleet of Saab340 As. The 33 seaters offer passenger comfort, fuel efficiency, speed and the agility for both short distance island hopping and longer range travel.

Embraer 145 LRs

Western Air has signed a mutli-aircraft deal to acquire Embraer 145LR jets, slated for delivery in Summer of 2018. These long range jets will provide a new level of luxury, comfort and convenience for passengers. The jets will be used on the new international flights schedule.

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