AirTran Airways' Ten Year Success in Philadelphia Sets the Standard for Others; Philadelphia's Original Low-Fare Carrier Stimulates Competition.

Business Editors/Travel Writers

ORLANDO, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 13, 2004

AirTran Airways, a subsidiary of AirTran Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:AAI), Philadelphia's original low-fare carrier, today is proud that yet another legacy airline has emulated AirTran Airways' simplified low-fare structure that will benefit all travelers in the Philadelphia market.

"Our mission at AirTran Airways has always been to offer smart travelers the best business product in the industry at the lowest possible fares," said Robert L. Fornaro, president and chief operating officer. "Our success in Philadelphia has paved the way for other low-fare airlines to enter the market as well as for legacy airlines to reduce their traditionally high fares which has stimulated the Philadelphia economy."

This month marks the ten-year anniversary of AirTran Airways' service in the Philadelphia market. With 19 flights per day from Philadelphia to six nonstop markets, AirTran Airways offers more flights from Philadelphia than any other low-fare airline.

On AirTran Airways, Philadelphia customers enjoy:

-- The youngest all-Boeing fleet in the country

-- Business Class on every flight

-- Advance seat assignments

-- Oversize overhead bins to accommodate business travelers'

needs

-- Newly constructed four gate complex at Concourse D

In the summer, AirTran Airways will introduce the first of its 100 new Boeing 737-700 aircraft, and the carrier will be the launch airline customer for XM Satellite Radio with fleet-wide installation.

AirTran Airways is Philadelphia's largest low-fare airline and the best choice for business travelers. For reservations or more information, visit http://www.airtran.com (America Online Keyword: AirTran).