Salmon Air is a small regional commuter airline based in Idaho, United States, providing essential air service to remote communities in the central Idaho backcountry. The airline connects towns and wilderness areas that are otherwise difficult or impossible to reach by road, particularly in the rugged terrain of the Salmon River Mountains. The carrier operates scheduled and charter flights serving communities such as Salmon, Idaho, and surrounding rural areas. It plays a vital role in linking isolated residents, outfitters, and wilderness lodges to larger population centers. Salmon Air holds IATA designator code S6 and serves a niche market focused on backcountry access, supporting both local residents and recreational travelers seeking access to Idaho's wilderness regions.