Porter Airlines signs aircraft support agreement with Embraer ahead of North American growth plans
TORONTO, Aug. 5, 2021 /CNW/ – In preparation for major North American expansion, Porter Airlines has agreed to an aircraft aftermarket support program with Embraer. This follows the airline’s announcement last month that it ordered up to 80 Embraer E195-E2 aircraft, including 30 firm commitments and purchase rights for another 50. Deliveries begin in the second half of […]
Porter Airlines CEO excited to see flights return to northern Ontario
From CBC News – link to source story Company grounded since March 2020 looking to make triumphant return to skies CBC News · July 27, 2021 The head of Porter Airlines says the ongoing pandemic, despite delivering a financial hit to the company, has allowed them to focus on work behind the scenes. Michael Deluce, Porter’s president and CEO, […]
Porter Airlines extends pilot simulator training agreement with FlightSafety International, including new E2 aircraft
TORONTO, July 22, 2021 /CNW/ – Porter Airlines has finalized a new eight-year agreement with FlightSafety International to continue as the airline’s exclusive pilot training partner. This includes the installation of North America’s first E2 flight simulator to support Porter’s recent order for up to 80 Embraer E195-E2 aircraft. The new simulator comes online in April 2022, ahead of Porter […]
Porter Airlines expanding service across North America by acquiring up to 80 Embraer E195-E2s
TORONTO, July 12, 2021 /CNW/ – Porter Airlines is extending its award-winning service to destinations throughout North America with the introduction of up to 80 state-of-the-art, fuel-efficient Embraer E195-E2 aircraft into its fleet. The planes have transcontinental range and will enter into service with Porter starting in the second half of 2022. Porter is Embraer’s North American launch customer for […]