WestJet
Canada's first 737-800BCF prepares for action
A new specialist freight division at one of Canada’s largest carriers has accepted its first aircraft. WestJet Cargo welcomed the 737-800BCF (Boeing Converted Freighter) on lease from BBAM, making the Calgary-based firm the first in Canada to operate the type.
BREAKING: WestJet to buy Sunwing Airlines
A further major shake-up of Canada’s commercial aviation landscape is underway as WestJet confirms it is to buy low-cost leisure rival Sunwing
Thought BA’s Alex Cruz had disappeared? Think again…
Since Alex Cruz stepped down as chief executive of British Airways, the Spaniard has been linked with various high-profile management positions across the global aviation sector. Now, after months of the industry rumour mill running red-hot, it appears he has finally agreed terms on at least one new aviation role.
WestJet to restart Glasgow-Halifax route
The airline plans to reintroduce the service in May next year, with the addition of new flights to Toronto from the Scottish base
WestJet to restore suspended regional routes
The Canadian carrier halted the short-haul connections in October last year
VIDEO: WestJet resumes 737 MAX services
Watch our video as the Calgary-based operator becomes the fifth to reintroduce the type to service
WestJet reveals 737 MAX return plan
Following the resumption of commercial operations in both Brazil and the US, the airline outlines its intentions for getting the embattled jet back in the sky
WestJet suspends services to four cities and cuts capacity
Carrier cuts more than 100 weekly flights or nearly 80% of seat capacity across Atlantic Canada