In early 2013, American Eagle announced it would offer nonstop service to Los Angeles for American Airlines, with these flights replacing the service by Alaska Airlines regional connector Horizon Air. A method known as a "travel bank" was used, where local individuals, businesses, and civic entities pre-purchased travel vouchers from the airline, acting as a commitment to the required level of demand on the route, which began in June, and is served by SkyWest Airlines Canadair CRJ-200s branded as American Eagle.