Windward Islands Airways, commonly known as Winair, is a regional Caribbean airline headquartered in Sint Maarten. Founded in 1961, it is one of the oldest continuously operating airlines in the Caribbean, providing essential inter-island connectivity across the northeastern Caribbean. Winair primarily serves the Leeward and Windward Islands, linking destinations such as Sint Maarten, Saba, Sint Eustatius, St. Barths, Anguilla, Dominica, and other nearby islands. The airline plays a critical role in the regional economy by facilitating tourism and inter-island travel where no other practical transportation options exist. The airline is partially owned by the government of Sint Maarten and has weathered numerous challenges over the decades, including the devastating impact of Hurricane Irma in 2017, which caused significant damage to its home base at Princess Juliana International Airport.