Sky Bird Celebrates 50 Years With Gala, Michigan State Recognition
India-West News Desk
SOUTHFIELD, MI – Airline consolidator Sky Bird marked its 50th anniversary with a glittering gala attended by airline executives, travel professionals, industry partners, employees and other guests from across North America.
Founded in 1976 by Arvin Shah and his wife, Jaya Shah, Sky Bird has built its business around airline partnerships and services for travel advisors. Representatives from Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, Singapore Airlines, Etihad Airways, Air India, Lufthansa Group, Qatar Airways, British Airways, Emirates, Turkish Airlines, Royal Air Maroc and American Airlines were among those attending the anniversary event, according to the company.
The celebration also included two state recognitions honoring Sky Bird’s 50 years in business and its contributions to Michigan. The tributes were presented by Michigan State Senator Jeremy Moss and Democratic Leader Ranjeev Puri.
“When I founded Sky Bird alongside my wife, Jaya Shah, in 1976, our vision was simple — to build a company founded on trust, integrity, exceptional service, and lasting relationships,” said Arvin Shah, chairman of Sky Bird. “Fifty years later, those same values continue to define everything we do.”
Akshay Shah, owner of Sky Bird, said the company plans to build on its existing business while investing in technology, expanding airline partnerships and supporting travel advisors.
“The next chapter of Sky Bird is about building on an incredible legacy while continuing to innovate for the future,” he said.
CEO Norman Knowles said the anniversary provided an opportunity to recognize the company’s airline partners, travel advisors, employees and other industry partners.
“As the travel landscape continues to evolve, our mission remains unchanged — to provide travel advisors with the products, technology, expertise and support they need to succeed,” Knowles said.
Sky Bird said it plans to continue developing its airline partnerships, technology and services for travel advisors as it begins its next 50 years.
