Northern Air Aviation Services (NAAS),  a  division of Northern Air Cargo, has signed an agreement with United Airlines to provide ground handling services at Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport beginning  in May 2010.  NAAS will provide above and below wing services to United  including  passenger check-in, baggage handling, ramp control and related operational services.

NAAS,  provides year round and seasonal support for several airlines in Anchorage including American Airlines, Air Canada, and Frontier Airlines.  Between May and September of 2010, NAAS expects to handle nearly 800 flights. “We are looking forward to expanding our services at the airport through supporting United’s return to the market.” said company spokesperson Margot Wiegele  The company plans to hire up to 90 seasonal workers beginning in April. “We’re looking for good people who are experienced in airport operations and want to join a great team” said Wiegele.

Northern Air Cargo is Alaska’s largest all cargo Airline offering scheduled and charter services throughout Alaska, the Lower 48 and North America.