Allegiant Travel Company announced plans to establish a two-aircraft base at Gerald R. Ford International Airport in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Allegiant's growth plans in the state include creating at least 66 new, high-wage jobs. As part of today's presentation, the company also announced service to two new cities – Nashville, Tennessee and Savannah, Georgia. The Las Vegas-based company is investing more than $42 million to establish its new base of operations, which will house two Airbus aircraft. The company, which focuses on linking travelers in small-to-medium cities to world-class leisure destinations, plans to begin its base operations at Gerald R. Ford International Airport on June 4, 2019. Recently ranked among the nation's fastest growing economies and best places to start a business, the Grand Rapids area is currently experiencing an unprecedented surge in capital development. Home to world-renowned art, museums and historic sites, as well as recreation opportunities from golf to beaches, the region is also increasingly drawing visitors to its vibrant downtowns and unique neighborhoods.