The WestJet Group welcomes an additional Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft, enhancing fleet expansion plans
Aircraft expected to join WestJet Group operations in 2024 CALGARY, AB, June 6, 2024 /CNW/ – The WestJet Group today announced it will acquire a Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft from aviation leasing company, AerDragon. The aircraft is expected to integrate into the WestJet Group’s fleet and operations in 2024. The aircraft received from AerDragon will add […]
WestJet Group delivers continued growth for Edmonton region with largest winter schedule ever
Airline estimates it will fly more than 4 million seats in and out of Edmonton this year further solidifying WestJet’s position as the city’s leading carrier EDMONTON, AB, June 4, 2024 /CNW/ – WestJet today revealed highlights of its Edmonton winter 2024/2025 flight schedule, outlining significant growth and commitment to the region, including record level domestic investments. Boosting its overall capacity […]
The WestJet Group adds three additional Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft to fleet
Additional aircraft expected to join WestJet Group operations in 2024, supporting capacity growth plans CALGARY, AB, June 3, 2024 /CNW/ – The WestJet Group today announced it will acquire an additional three Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft from BOC Aviation Limited. The three aircraft are expected to integrate into the WestJet Group’s fleet and operations in 2024, following […]
The WestJet Group releases first Accessibility Plan Progress Report and launches new accessibility services
Airline outlines progress in increasing travel accessibility for persons with disabilities Three new service enhancements launched for guests travelling with mobility aids CALGARY, AB, June 3, 2024 /CNW/ – The WestJet Group released its first annual accessibility plan progress report, one year following the launch of its inaugural accessibility plan. To further reduce barriers and enhance travel accessibility for […]
WestJet Encore and ALPA reach tentative agreement avoiding lockout and disruption to Encore service
Agreement to be put forward for ratification vote CALGARY, AB, May 30, 2024 /CNW/ – WestJet today announced they have reached a tentative agreement with the Air Line Pilots Association, International (ALPA), representing WestJet Encore pilots, on the second collective bargaining agreement between the organizations. The agreement successfully averts a work stoppage and both parties await the second […]
WestJet Group and IAM agreement ratified
CALGARY, AB, May 30, 2024 /CNW/ – The WestJet Group today announced that its Load Controllers, represented by the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM), ratified the first collective bargaining agreement between the two parties. “We are pleased to share that the agreement negotiated with IAM has been successfully ratified by its membership,” said Diederik Pen, […]
WestJet issues advance lockout notification to its Encore Pilot union, ALPA
A work stoppage could occur as early as Saturday, June 1, 2024, at 6 p.m. MT, unless a deal is reached CALGARY, AB, May 29, 2024 /CNW/ – WestJet today has issued an advance lockout notice to the Air Line Pilots Association, International (ALPA), the union that represents WestJet Encore pilots. As a result of today’s lockout notice, a work […]
The WestJet Group CEO Alexis von Hoensbroech outlines strategic achievements and calls for series of affordability measures
Soaring Together: the airline’s strategic growth report offers nationwide update on being the home carrier of the west, leading in leisure coast-to-coast and safeguarding affordability The WestJet Group CEO calls for government review of Canada’s user-pay model for aviation infrastructure CALGARY, AB, May 22, 2024 /CNW/ – The WestJet Group today released Soaring Together its first progress report highlighting the […]
The WestJet Group announces the appointment of Heather Stefanson to its Board of Directors
CALGARY, AB, May 21, 2024 /CNW/ – The WestJet Group is pleased to announce the recent appointment of Heather Stefanson, former Premier of Manitoba, to its Board of Directors. “We are thrilled to officially welcome Heather to the WestJet Group’s Board at such a critical time in the execution of our strategy,” said Chris Burley, Chairman of the WestJet Group’s […]
The WestJet Group further solidifies its position as Canada’s leisure champion with expanded 737 service to sun destinations
New flights to Tulum, Mexico and Grenada added for winter 2024/2025 The WestJet Group continues to strengthen its transborder, sun and domestic network CALGARY, AB, May 21, 2024 /CNW/ – The WestJet Group today announced further network expansion with the addition of new service to Tulum, Mexico and the island of Grenada in the Caribbean, bolstering the Group’s extensive leisure portfolio this winter. Additionally, the airline is […]