The WestJet Group says Annyeong-haseyo to South Korea with first flight between Calgary and Seoul
Nearly sold-out inaugural flight marks the first of 140 flights between Calgary and Seoul this summer WestJet’s newest connection soars on strong economic and cultural relations between Canada and South Korea CALGARY, AB, May 17, 2024 /CNW/ – Amidst great fanfare and esteemed partners and guests, The WestJet Group today launched its first flight to Seoul from its global hub in Calgary, establishing a direct link between Alberta and South […]
The land of Fire and Ice awaits: The WestJet Group inaugurates non-stop service between Calgary and Iceland
With the departure of the sold-out WestJet Flight 38, WestJet marks its seventh direct connection to Europe from its global hub in Calgary this summer CALGARY, AB, May 15, 2024 /CNW/ – The WestJet Group today celebrated the takeoff of its highly anticipated service between Calgary and Reykjavik (Keflavik). The exclusive service, linking the Group’s global hub in Calgary to Iceland, not only bolsters the airline’s efforts to […]
Travelport and WestJet Confirm New Long-Term Content Agreement
LANGLEY UK, May 14, 2024 – Travelport, a global technology company that powers travel bookings for hundreds of thousands of travel suppliers worldwide, and WestJet, a leading carrier based in Calgary, AB Canada, today announced they have signed a new long-term content distribution deal. This renewed partnership between Travelport and WestJet will pave the way […]
The WestJet Group boosts Calgary’s global connectivity through enhanced Winter 787 Schedule
Airline expands connections to Asia with introduction of year-round service to Tokyo 787 Dreamliners provide access to more leisure and sun destinations with enhanced service to London, Paris, Mexico and Hawaii CALGARY, AB, May 13, 2024 /CNW/ – The WestJet Group today announced significant enhancements to its transoceanic and leisure travel offering with its winter 787 schedule, revealing expanded year-round service between Calgary International Airport (YYC) and Tokyo […]
WestJet and IAM reach tentative agreement
Both parties now await the ratification vote to be put forward to membership. CALGARY, AB, May 9, 2024 /CNW/ – Yesterday evening, WestJet and the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM), the certified union representing WestJet load controllers, reached a tentative agreement on the first collective bargaining agreement between the organizations. Both parties now await the […]
The WestJet Group and AMFA reach tentative agreement, averting work stoppage
Both parties now await the ratification vote to be put forward to membership. CALGARY, AB, May 6, 2024 /CNW/ – The WestJet Group and the Aircraft Mechanics Fraternal Association (AMFA) the certified union representing WestJet Aircraft Maintenance Engineers, today announced they have reached a tentative agreement on the first collective bargaining agreement between the organizations. Both parties […]
WestJet issues 72-hour lockout notification to its Tech Ops union, AMFA
CALGARY, AB, May 4, 2024 /CNW/ – WestJet today has issued a 72-hour lockout notice to the Aircraft Mechanics Fraternal Association (AMFA), the union that represents WestJet Aircraft Maintenance Engineers. As a result of today’s lockout notice, a work stoppage could occur as early as Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at 12 p.m. MT, unless a deal is reached. “The decision […]
WestJet Group CEO Alexis von Hoensbroech outlines strategic plan in St. John’s
Celebrating the Group’s return of transatlantic flying to the region, von Hoensbroech underscores steadfast commitment to Newfoundland and Labrador during inaugural visit ST. JOHN’S, NL, May 2, 2024 /CNW/ – WestJet Group CEO, Alexis von Hoensbroech, today concluded his inaugural visit to Atlantic Canada in St. John’s, Newfoundland, where he was joined by key stakeholders and community members to discuss the Group’s expanding presence […]
The WestJet Group’s growth strategy comes to life in Halifax this summer amidst return of transatlantic air connectivity
Alexis von Hoensbroech, WestJet Group CEO, commemorates first visit to Halifax with key partners and community members, reaffirming commitment to Atlantic Canada HALIFAX, NS, May 1, 2024 /CNW/ – WestJet Group CEO, Alexis von Hoensbroech, today addressed key stakeholders and community members with a fulsome update on the airline’s growth strategy and vision for Atlantic Canada at a special event hosted by […]
WestJet connects Edmonton to one of the world’s busiest global hubs with its first flight to Atlanta
Departure of inaugural flight unlocks a world of opportunity for inbound tourism and investment attraction to Alberta’s capital city EDMONTON, AB, April 29, 2024 /CNW/ – WestJet today celebrated the takeoff of connectivity between Atlanta and Edmonton, following the departure of flight WS1902 at 00:45 MDT. The launch of the airline’s exclusive service marked a critical milestone in growing Edmonton’s direct transborder travel options to […]