Airlines
UPDATED: Air Canada pilots ratify new collective deal
The industry can breath a sigh of relief today as a Air Canada pilots – represented by the the Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l (ALPA) -- have ratified a new four-year contract with significant improvements to compensation as well as improvements to quality of life. Of the 99% of eligible pilots who cast ballots, 67% voted in favour of the agreement, which demonstrates to Air Canada management the importance of recognizing the value and expertise pilots bring to the airline. First Officer Charlene Hudy, chair of the Air Canada ALPA Master Executive Council (MEC), said:...
Royal Air Maroc celebrates upcoming launch of Casablanca-Toronto route
In just under two months’ time, Moroccan flag carrier Royal Air Maroc will launch a new direct flight between Toronto and Casablanca. The highly-anticipated route, set to launch on Dec. 8, was celebrated by dignitaries from the Kingdom of Morocco as well as other African nations at an event at Hotel X last night. “It is with immense pride and great joy that we gather today to celebrate a historical moment between the Kingdom of Morocco and Canada. It is a dream come true, one moment that we hoped for, wished for and dreamed of,” Souriya Otmani, the ambassador of the Kingdom of...
Aeroplan’s Points Matching Week helping families in need now underway
This year's Aeroplan Points Matching Week in support of the Air Canada Foundation's Hospital Transportation Program began yesterday and will run until Oct. 13, 2024. The program, which celebrated its 20th anniversary last year, operates on the generous donations of Aeroplan members and Aeroplan to provide relief for families across Canada whose children need to travel for medical treatment. During this week, Aeroplan and its partners, TD and CIBC, will be matching points donated by Aeroplan Members, resulting in a total of up to four times the initial donation, to support air...
WestJet & WAA confirm 35% winter capacity increase from Winnipeg
The WestJet Group met with the Winnipeg Airports Authority (WAA) to deliver a progress update on the airline's successful growth strategy for Winnipeg, highlighting an impressive 21 per cent growth for 2024 in Manitoba's capital. "This winter, we will further expand to serve 22 destinations out of Winnipeg, compared to 18 last winter, increasing our capacity by 35 per cent, marking both record growth for us in the community and our largest capacity boost at any airport in Western Canada this season," said von Hoensbroech. "Our steadfast commitment to Winnipeg is evident...
Porter launches nonstop service from Toronto to Phoenix
On Oct. 3, Porter Airlines launched what will be daily service to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport from Toronto Pearson. Nonstop flights from YYZ will depart at 10:00am, arriving at 12 p.m. after a flight time of 4.5 hours. The Embraer E195-E2 aircraft will then depart PHX at 1 p.m. and arrive in Toronto at 8:05 p.m. (all times are local). “This inaugural flight from Toronto to Phoenix builds on Porter's growing Western U.S. presence - now with service in Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Palm Springs, San Diego and San Francisco," said Kevin Jackson, president of Porter Airlines....
Sabre enters into multi-year agreement with Arajet
Sabre, a leading provider of software and technology that powers the global travel industry, has entered a multi-year distribution agreement with the Dominican flag carrier Arajet. Under the agreement, the Dominican airline Arajet will distribute its inventory of flights, offers and services through a vast network of travel agents across the world, giving Sabre-connected agents access to additional airline content to create personalized offers and experiences for their leisure travellers through the Sabre Global Distribution System (GDS). “Sabre stands out as a compelling partner...
Canada, U.S. unveil plans to expand pre-clearance to Billy Bishop
Canada and the U.S. have announced plans to expand United States Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Preclearance to Billy Bishop Airport. The move will usher in a new era of connectivity and convenience from downtown Toronto. Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport is the 5th-busiest Canadian airport serving the United States, and the planned expansion of Preclearance to the airport will enhance passenger convenience by allowing U.S.-bound travellers to clear U.S. Customs, Immigration, and Agriculture inspection before takeoff. Travellers then bypass CBP inspections upon U.S. arrival and...
Korean Air introduces new Dreamliner on Seoul-Vancouver route
Korean Air introduced its new Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner on the Seoul Incheon-Vancouver route, marking Vancouver as the first North American destination to regularly feature the airline's latest and largest widebody aircraft. The SkyTeam Alliance member currently operates 10 weekly flights between Seoul and Vancouver, with the Boeing 787-10 serving seven of these. Starting October 27, the Seoul Incheon-Vancouver route will increase to 11 weekly flights, with the 787-10 scheduled for daily daytime flights the same day. Flight KE072 leaves Vancouver at 2:30 p.m., arriving in Seoul...