Airlines
Porter To Pay $150,000 for Violating Anti-Spam Law
The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) reports that Porter Airlines Inc. has agreed to pay $150,000 as part of an undertaking for alleged violations of Canada's anti-spam legislation. Once made aware of the investigation by the CRTC, it's reported that Porter was co-operative and immediately took corrective actions to comply with the legislation. An investigation launched by the CRTC's chief compliance and enforcement officer alleged that Porter failed to comply with various requirements of the law between July 2014 and April 2015. The company...
Sunwing Commences 787 Amsterdam Service
Sunwing Airlines' first Boeing 787 Dreamliner flights began this past weekend (June 27). Only available on the carrier's twice weekly service from Toronto to Amsterdam, flights will operate on Wednesdays and Saturdays until Sept. 2. Sunwing officials say Amsterdam is strategically positioned in the heart of Northern Europe and is the perfect springboard from which to plan a European sightseeing vacation and boasts easy transport links to many of the region's “must see” destinations including Paris, Bruges and London. On board, passengers can choose between three distinct cabin...
500 and Counting
WestJet congratulated Bombardier on June 25 for the delivery of its 500th Q400 aircraft. The milestone aircraft was delivered to WestJet during a ceremony at Bombardier's assembly site in Toronto. “The speed, reliability, guest comfort and economics offered by the Q400 have made this aircraft a cornerstone of WestJet Encore's success,” said Ferio Pugliese, executive vice-president, WestJet, and president, WestJet Encore. “For more than a decade, airlines around the world have purchased the aircraft based on these reasons. Bombardier is a strong Canadian company and should be...
AC Agents Ratify Agreement
Air Canada welcomed news from Unifor, representing the airline's approximately 4,000 Customer Service and Sales Agents, that its members have ratified an agreement on a new collective agreement for five years. “The ratification of this new contract by our customer service and sales agents provides Air Canada with added stability and flexibility to support profitable growth,” said Calin Rovinescu, president and CEO of Air Canada. “It is a 'win-win' agreement which recognizes the contribution of our employees. It is also the fourth new labour contract we have concluded over the...
Qatar Incentive Features Designer Shades
Qatar Airways is giving travel agents a classic pair of Ray-Ban Aviators for business class bookings made through July 3 for flights originating in Canada. Agents can visit http://www.promo.baxter.net/contest/Qatar.asp for more information and to access a submission form to redeem the complimentary designer sunglasses, valued at more than $150. Some restrictions...
Singapore Airlines Introduces New Premium Economy
Singapore Airlines' sales manager for eastern Canada is hailing the airline's new Premium Economy service. Les Kovacs told a Toronto gathering Wednesday that the service – “the new kid on the block for us” – has a 2-4-2 configuration on B777s and A380s and those booking Premium Economy will find the likes of WiFi and large tables that can be used for work at their seats. Premium Economy passengers – who will have dedicated cabins – are also offered 13.3-inch monitors, three menu choices and priority check-in and bag service. Sydney will be the first city to see the...
Air Canada Adds Lyon, London-Gatwick to Network
Air Canada has further expanded its extensive global network with the announcement of new non-stop services to Lyon, France and London's Gatwick airport beginning in summer 2016 and providing customers with more convenient options when travelling to Europe for business or leisure. "Pursuing our ongoing strategy to expand internationally, Air Canada is pleased to offer customers non-stop, year-round service between Montreal and Lyon, heart of the second largest metropolitan area in France. Air Canada continues to serve Paris Charles de Gaulle and this new Air Canada mainline route will...
Porter Off to Pittsburgh
Porter Airlines is on its way to Pittsburgh this fall, making it the airline’s 22nd city served. Flights begin Sept. 21 with up to two daily roundtrips between Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport and Pittsburgh International Airport. The schedule features weekday departures from Toronto at 8:25 a.m. and 3:05 p.m. Pittsburgh departures are at 10:05 a.m. and 4:45 p.m. A detailed schedule is available at http://www.flyporter.com, with flights now available for booking. Introductory round-trip fares departing from Toronto start at $321 and departing from Pittsburgh starting at US$286,...