Pronunciation: [mˈɑːke͡ə] (IPA) 
The word "MARKAIR" is spelled using the International Phonetic Alphabet as /mɑrkɛr/. The "M" represents the voiced bilabial nasal consonant, while "A" is a short vowel pronounced with an open central unrounded sound. "R" is an alveolar trill, and "K" is a voiceless velar stop. Finally, "AI" represents the diphthong /ɛr/, which is pronounced as an "e" followed by a rolled "r." All together, "MARKAIR" is pronounced as "MAR-ker."
MARKAIR is a term primarily used as a proper noun referring to a defunct airline company. MARKAIR, also known as MarkAir Inc., was an American regional airline that operated from 1947 to 1995. The airline was based in Anchorage, Alaska, and provided scheduled passenger and cargo services within the state as well as various routes to other parts of the United States, including California, Nevada, Oregon, and Washington.
Established as Interior Airways in 1947, the company changed its name to MarkAir in 1972. It expanded its operations over the years, operating a fleet of various aircraft such as the Boeing 737, Boeing 727, and Fairchild F-27. MARKAIR gained recognition for its red, white, and blue livery and the prominent "M" logo on its aircraft.
MARKAIR played a crucial role in connecting Alaska's remote communities and contributing to the state's economic development by enabling easier access to transportation. However, the airline faced financial difficulties in the 1990s, which eventually led to its bankruptcy and cessation of operations in 1995.
Today, MARKAIR is mainly recognized as a historical entity and an important part of Alaska's aviation history. It serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by regional airlines operating in remote areas and the significant impact they can have on local communities.
