WestJet accelerates Alberta’s recovery with 2022 summer schedule
Alberta set to lead Canada’s travel and tourism rebound as airline restores network to pre-pandemic levels WestJet investing in Alberta’s connection to global and business economies with non-stop routes to London Heathrow, Gatwick, Rome, Paris and Dublin CALGARY, AB, March 14, 2022 /CNW/ – WestJet today released its 2022 summer schedule, announcing the full restoration of the airline’s service levels across Alberta to pre-pandemic levels. WestJet’s summer schedule from Alberta will […]
Grande Prairie Airport CEO disappointed but optimistic following Flair service suspension
From EverythingGP – link to source story – Thanks CW By Shaun Penner Sep 8, 2021 | 7:15 AM The CEO for the Grande Prairie Airport says while it is disappointing Flair Airlines chose to suspend its service out of YQU after just one month of service, things are still looking up at the airport. Brian […]
Seven regional airports across the Prairies receiving more than $8 million to maintain regional connectivity and jobs
Targeted Government of Canada support will be provided by Prairies Economic Development Canada EDMONTON, AB, Aug. 13, 2021 /CNW/ – Regional air transportation is crucial to local economic growth, the movement of goods and the connectivity of Canadians across the country. The pandemic has had major impacts on regional air transportation ecosystems, affecting communities and local businesses from coast […]
Flair Airlines Brings Low Fare Air Travel to 4th Destination in Alberta
The rapidly growing airline continues expansion while aiding economic recovery with low fare travel options for the Grande Prairie community Edmonton, Alberta, August 2, 2021 – Flair Airlines, Canada’s only independent ultra-low-cost carrier (ULCC), continues its rapid growth as service begins today at Grande Prairie Airport (IATA: YQU). Grande Prairie is the fourth Alberta city […]
Flair Airlines Celebrates 20th Destination, Announcing Service to Grande Prairie, Alberta With Flights Available for Less Than $40
The fast-growing ULCC is adding non-stop service to the Northern Alberta community from Toronto and Vancouver with flights starting at just $39 Edmonton, Alberta, June 16, 2021 – Flair Airlines, Canada’s only independent ultra low-cost carrier (ULCC), continues its growth with the addition of service to Grande Prairie, Alberta. Flights will begin in August and […]
Government of Canada investing in safety at airports in Alberta
OTTAWA, ON, May 19, 2021 /CNW/ – From traveling to medical appointments, getting goods to market, distributing PPE and medical supplies, or delivering vaccines, Canadians rely on safe and well-maintained local airports to support vibrant communities. These airports also provide essential air services, more so during this Covid-19 pandemic, including community resupply, air ambulance, search and rescue, […]
Central Mountain Air Releases Summer Flight Schedule
(SMITHERS, BC May 11, 2021) Central Mountain Air responds to the need to provide air service to communities by adding 78 flights per week. Grande Prairie, High Level and Quesnel added to network. Flights per weeks8 – Edmonton YEG | Fort St John YXJ8 – Edmonton YEG | Grande Prairie YQU4 – Edmonton YEG | High […]