WestJet will be integrating Sunwing Airlines into its mainline operations, removing another low-cost carrier from the Canadian aviation landscape. As reported by The Canadian Press, the move was announced in an internal Sunwing company memo. The announcement comes approximately one week after it was revealed that WestJet would be shuttering its ultra-low-cost subsidiary Swoop and […]
After only five years of operation, Canadian ultra-low-cost carrier (ULCC) Swoop is being integrated into its parent company. Swoop will operate its last flight on October 28, 2023 before being merged into WestJet’s mainline operations. A New Pilot Agreement The WestJet Group announced the end of the subsidiary in a press release about the ratification […]
Toronto’s downtown airport has received its first dedicated lounge with the opening of the Aspire | Air Canada Café. The new space at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport offers a new experience for passengers at an already unique airport. The Aspire | Air Canada Café The new lounge is a collaboration between Air Canada and […]
A new route is coming to Canada’s northern regions with the launch of Canadian North’s new Arctic Capital Express route. The new service is scheduled to launch on June 8, 2023 and will connect three Canadian provincial capitals. Serving Canada’s Northern Communities As the world’s second largest country by land size, Canada relies on air […]
A small French territory of 6,000 people located off the Canadian east coast hosts a rare and unique transatlantic domestic route. Air Saint-Pierre’s seasonal service connecting the French overseas collectivity of Saint Pierre and Miquelon with mainland France returns this summer for its fourth season. The route is offered by Air Saint-Pierre, Saint Pierre and […]
Hawaiian Airlines has revealed the cabin designs for its new Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft. The airline has 12 Boeing 787-9s on order, with the first delivery expected later this year. The new Dreamliners will feature a total of 300 seats, with 34 lie-flat business class seats and 266 economy class seats. Hawaiian’s Boeing 787-9s are […]
Alaska Airlines is adding more variety to its onboard food offerings, doubling the number of pre-order options for economy passengers and increasing the number of entrée choices for first class customers. The Seattle-based carrier recently announced that it was introducing new menu items and expanding its food selection. New and Expanded First Class Entrée Options […]
After nearly three decades of service, United Airlines’ oldest Airbus A320 is heading for retirement. The aging aircraft is scheduled to operate its last scheduled passenger flight on May 7, 2023. United’s First Airbus A320 The Airbus A320-232 is registered as N401UA and was delivered to United on November 24, 1993. Although its manufacturer serial […]
Japan Airlines (JAL) has unveiled its latest Disney-themed special livery to mark the 40th anniversary of Tokyo Disney Resort. The Japanese flag carrier has announced that a Boeing 767-300ER aircraft will start flying with the new look on June 9, 2023. A Disney-Themed Experience The special livery will feature popular Disney characters in front of […]
Alaska Airlines is making bold changes to the airport experience in an effort to reduce the amount of time passengers have to spend in airport lobbies. The airline is investing $2.5 billion in improvements at its hub and focus city airports with the goal of getting travelers through to security in five minutes or less. […]
