American Airlines’ regional carrier American Eagle said it will soon begin flying to Columbus, Georgia from its hub at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport.
The flights to Columbus will begin July 15. Fort Worth, Texas-based American said it will fly the route twice daily with 44-seat Embraer ERJ-140 jets.

Atlanta based Delta already flies from Atlanta to Columbus, which is on the banks of the Chattahoochee River and is near Fort Benning.U.S. Rep. Lynn A. Westmoreland R-Ga. said in a written statement that American’s new flights will open up more flight options for travelers in the Columbus area and keep more money flowing into the local economy.