Airlines
Canada Jetlines Takes Off To Cancun
Canada Jetlines Operations Ltd. inaugurated its first scheduled flight to Mexico from Canada today (March 3, 2023), launching service from Toronto to Cancun. And Baxter Media's David McClung and Wendy McClung were on board the flight to discover what Canada Jetlines has to offer Canadian travellers. Duncan Bureau, Chief Commercial Officer for Canada Jetlines, said: "Canada Jetlines is very proud to operate our first scheduled flight between Canada and Mexico. Following the recent announcement of our first successful scheduled operation to Las Vegas Nevada, we are pleased to be...
Air Transat Making Mobile Better
Air Transat has unveiled the new interface for its mobile app that’s designed to simplify the user experience. The completely redesigned mobile app accompanies Air Transat’s travellers every step of the way by providing contextual and timely information for pre-trip preparation, for their outbound and return flights and at their destination. It allows users to check in online, track their flight status, access their travel documents and more. In addition, for clients who booked a package, it is possible to consult the schedule of welcome sessions and airport transfers, to...
IATA, Airlines Challenge Schiphol Flight Reductions
IATA and airlines are mounting a legal challenge to the Dutch government’s sudden decision to reduce Schiphol airport’s capacity. Schiphol Airport is already restricted to 500,000 flights annually. The government’s decree would renege on that agreement, reducing Schiphol connectivity to 460,000 flights from November 2023. IATA and the global airline community believe that this political decision by the Dutch government contravenes EU Regulation 598/2014 on noise-related operating restrictions at EU airports. It also disregards the Chicago Convention, a binding international...
GTAA Takes Steps To Flatten The Peak
With March Break fast approaching, the Greater Toronto Airports Authority (GTAA) – which operates Toronto Pearson International Airport – said it will be taking a number of steps to flatten peak hour schedules and avoid the kinds of problems that have been experienced recently during busy times. In a statement, the GTAA said that it “continually works in close collaboration with airline partners and other entities across the airport ecosystem with the shared objective of better serving our valued passengers.” The GTAA’s statement continued: “In preparation for March...
Sell Your Way To The USA Winners Experience DC
After a week of exploring the experiences of Washington, DC, the first “Sell Your Way to the USA” incentive trip for winners has returned to Canada. The winners travelled to Washington via Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) with Destination DC’s air partner, Air Canada. The Washington, DC trip commenced on Feb. 9 and the itinerary guided the winners through national memorials, historic museums, local neighbourhoods and diverse cuisine. Upon arrival, they began their itinerary with a tour of iconic monuments and memorials with private tour led by WeVenture....
Porter Making It New At Montréal Saint-Hubert
Porter Aviation Holdings Inc. (PAHI) is entering a partnership with Montréal Saint-Hubert Airport (YHU) to develop a new terminal capable of serving over 4 million passengers annually. Construction will commence in mid-2023, with a scheduled completion by late 2024, providing a second airport for Porter Airlines (Porter) to serve the Montréal market. The carrier will continue expanding its existing operations at Montréal's Trudeau Airport (YUL), while also introducing a Canada-wide network at the convenient YHU airport. More than 10 potential YHU routes have been initially...
Lynx Takes Off From Calgary To Vegas
Lynx Air has launched service to Las Vegas from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Harry Reid International Airport (LAS). The carrier will operate four flights per week between Calgary and Las Vegas, flying new Boeing 737 aircraft. To celebrate Lynx’s inaugural Las Vegas flight, the airline is offering a chance to win a vacation package for two, including flights to Las Vegas, two nights’ accommodation at the SAHARA Las Vegas, and a Speed Vegas driving package. Merren McArthur, CEO of Lynx, said: “We are excited to launch our first flight to Las Vegas today, offering...
St. Kitts Connects With InterCaribbean Airways
The St. Kitts Tourism Authority has announced the launch of direct flights to and from Barbados with interCaribbean Airways (ICA) service. This partnership is a strategic step towards making regional travel more accessible to the island thus further connecting St. Kitts to the wider Caribbean. Marsha T. Henderson, Minister of Tourism, International Transport, Civil Aviation, Urban Development, Employment, and Labour, said: “Prior to the pandemic, the Caribbean was the second-largest source market of tourism for St. Kitts. Since 2020, restrictions and lack of airlift across the...