A former president and a former owner of Wings of Alaska are the new owners of Air Excursions, a commuter airline serving Haines formerly owned by Mike Loverink.

Loverink is staying on one year with the company and will serve as its director of operations. Long-term plans for the company include adding larger, turbine aircraft, said Kent Craford, Air Excursions’ new president.

“It’s a well-run company with a good reputation and an impeccable safety record,”…