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Duck and run or good planning, I guess the press will tell us which when the dust (snow ) settlers WESTJET BRACES FOR STORM The Canadian Press - Mar 3, 2023 / 2:47 pm | Story: 414334 Photo: The Canadian Press WestJet proactively cancelled all scheduled flights to and from Toronto Pearson International Airport on Friday, ahead of a major winter storm set that was set to hit the city. A WestJet plane waits at a gate at Calgary International Airport in Calgary, Alta., Wednesday, Aug. 31, 2022.THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jeff McIntosh WestJet proactively cancelled all scheduled flights to and from Toronto Pearson International Airport on Friday, ahead of a major winter storm that was set to hit the city. Flights in and out of Toronto are expected to resume Saturday morning, the airline said in a service update. "At this time, scheduled operations to and from Toronto are expected to resume ... at a reduced capacity, contingent on weather conditions improving as forecasted," WestJet said in a release. WestJet said it would continue to monitor storm conditions and make operational changes as required. It advised guests travelling to or from Toronto to check the status of their flights before leaving for the airport. Air Canada also warned customers to check their flight status before leaving for the airports in Toronto, Ottawa and Montreal. Environment Canada warned of a significant winter storm expected to hit Toronto on Friday evening and strongly discouraged non-essential travel due to dangerous conditions. The weather agency said the most dangerous conditions were expected between 9 p.m. and midnight, when snowfall rates were predicted to be between 5 to 8 cm/h. Severe weather "is expected to bring heavy snow and strong winds to a large swath of southern Ontario," Environment Canada said in its winter storm warning. "Heavy snow in combination with strong easterly winds will create significantly reduced visibility and hazardous travel conditions." The weather agency said surfaces like highways, roads, walkways and parking lots could become difficult to navigate because of accumulating snow. It also said some could experience power outages due to a combination of heavy wet snow and wind, and advised residents to monitor for updates from Environment Canada. Back to Homepage

WestJet flight to Calgary makes emergency landing in Kelowna Turbine of a WestJet Encore flight 3252 on its way to Calgary. (Courtesy of Steven Laurie, Facebook) By Alejandro Melgar Posted Mar 3, 2023, 9:35AM MST. Last Updated Mar 3, 2023, 9:37AM MST. A WestJet plane en route to Calgary from Kamloops had to make an emergency landing in Kelowna Thursday afternoon. The place, WestJet Encore flight 3253, was travelling from Kamloops to Calgary with 75 guests on board. Reports say the incident was made known at around 3:40 p.m. Due to a “mechanical issue” with the aircraft, the plane landed safely at the Kelowna International Airport around 4:45 p.m. The model of the plane was a Dash 8 Q400 with twin propeller engines. A passenger on the flight took a video of one of the engines. “Weird … sounds came from the right engine of the plane now it stopped completely, landing in Kelowna emergency landing,” Steven Laurie’s Facebook post reads. Emergency crews were on the scene and responded at around 4:30 p.m. No injuries have been reported. In a statement to CityNews, WestJet says the crews onboard followed the standard safety procedures. WestJet says it is working to accommodate the guests on the next flight to Calgary. “We sincerely apologize to our guests for this inconvenience the diversion has caused and appreciate their patience and understanding as we worked to get them on their way as soon as possible,” the statement reads

Only if the headline was as you propose. Otherwise it was a traffic stop that discovered illegal weapons. .....

I defer to the rest of you but it was an airport incident, despite the incorrect headline.

quite right but "anyone" would not know if the baggage contained arms....

Then I guess you need to move it or delete it.

I wonder who will have to cut back or who will get priority and who will make that call?> Air Canada Comments on Toronto-Pearson 28 February 2023Canadian Aviation News MONTREAL, Feb. 28, 2023 /CNW/ – Air Canada today issued the following statement in response to reports about the Greater Toronto Airport Authority imposing limits on carrier operations at Toronto-Pearson airport. Air Canada was first advised of the GTAA’s plans in August 2022, and so it designed its 2023 winter schedule with these limitations taken into account and anticipates no significant changes to its schedule for the March Break travel period. It subsequently received information about GTAA’s plans for summer 2023 and similarly designed this coming summer’s schedule to meet those parameters. It is Air Canada’s policy to work with its industry partners to meet the requirements of airports and other third parties to drive operational improvements and support the smooth running of Canada’s air transport system. This includes, as in this case, adapting its schedule as required to ensure operational stability, and is a normal process.

Quite right, but without the inspection he would have gotten off his flight and then access the weapons upon arrival (baggage carousel). You do have to wonder WHAT-IF re what would have then happened.

Man tried to board flight with machine gun, fake U.S. Marshal badge, feds say Story by Emily Mae Czachor • 3h ago ANew Jersey man faces multiple federal criminal charges after he allegedly attempted to board an airplane with firearms, ammunition, a bulletproof vest and fraudulent law enforcement credentials, authorities said this week. Two semi-automatic rifles were among the weapons found inside the man's checked baggage at Newark Liberty International Airport last December, according to a recent complaint. Seretse Clouden, identified as a 42-year-old originally from Bergen County, is accused of carrying three firearms in his checked luggage when he entered the airport on Dec. 30 for a scheduled flight to Fort Lauderdale, Florida, the U.S. Department of Justice said in a news release announcing the case on Monday. Authorities say that agents with the Transportation Security Administration initially discovered two .40 caliber Glock magazines, each of which contained 15 rounds of ammunition, and a ballistic vest carrier in Clouden's luggage during a routine screening before the flight's departure. The words "Deputy Marshal" were displayed on the vest carrier, the Justice Department said. When TSA agents proceeded to investigate other checked bags belonging to Clouden, they found a bevy of additional weapons, including some typically used and associated with American police officers. Along with a .40 caliber Glock 22 handgun, agents discovered a .308 caliber DPMS Panther Arms rifle and a 5.56 caliber AR-15 rifle — which meets the definition of a machine gun under the National Firearms Act — as well as an expandable baton, a spring-loaded knife and a taser, authorities said. According to the criminal complaint, filed on Feb. 9 and signed by a task force officer at the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Clouden's luggage also contained forged identification documents like "United States Marshal" credentials bearing Clouden's name and photograph and a "United States Marshal" badge. The United States Marshals Service confirmed that Clouden was never employed by the agency, according to the Justice Department. "It's absolutely not acceptable for firearms to be anywhere near checkpoints," said R. Carter Langston, a spokesperson for TSA, in a statement to CBS News. "There is a legally permissible way to bring firearms in checked baggage, but you have to be legally able to carry a firearm in your jurisdiction, declare it with the airline and pack it properly in a hard-sided and locked case." Another TSA spokesperson told CBS News that the agency does not comment on criminal complaints as a policy and could not speak specifically to Clouden's case. "Transportation Security Officers are highly trained and highly skilled professionals at the front line of aviation security and catches such as this illustrate the point," the spokesperson said. Clouden had previously been convicted of a crime punishable by a prison term exceeding one year, the criminal complaint states. He is now charged with one count of unlawful possession of a firearm or ammunition by a convicted felon and one count of fraudulent possession of an identification document and authentication feature of the United States, according to the complaint. The count of unlawful possession of firearms and ammunition by a convicted felon carries a maximum potential penalty of 15 years in prison, while fraudulent possession of an identification document and authentication feature of the U.S. carries a maximum penalty of five years imprisonment and a $250,000 fine, the Justice Department said.

Will these limits result in flight cancellations and thus booking cancellations and if so who will be responsible for any refunds or penalties to be paid to affected passengers? Will aircraft be turned away during flight is the limit is being exceeded (WX diversions etc). Will the airport cover any additional operational cost encored bye the airlines? And of course will the cancellations affect the pay of airline staff and again who will pay for any shortfalls? Pearson Airport to limit flights during peak hours ahead of March Break, summer travel season It will implement 'hard limits' on number of flights coming through the airport, GTAA says CBC News · Posted: Feb 28, 2023 9:22 AM MST | Last Updated: 1 hour ago The Greater Toronto Airports Authority, which operates Toronto's Pearson International Airport, says it will be implementing a number of measures ahead of a busy travel season to 'flatten peak-hour schedules.' (Darek Zdzienicki/CBC) Toronto's Pearson Airport will be placing a "hard limit" on the number of flights arriving or departing during peak times ahead of March Break and the upcoming summer travel season. The Greater Toronto Airports Authority (GTAA), which operates the airport, says it will be implementing a number of measures to "flatten peak-hour schedules. "These include hard limits on the number of commercial flights that can arrive or depart in any given hour along with limits on business/general aviation flights," said GTAA spokesperson Rachel Bertone in a statement to CBC Toronto on Tuesday. "In addition, measures have been applied to cap the number of passengers that can arrive internationally, or depart to the United States through each terminal, in a given hour." The GTAA has not yet provided any details on the cap limits. The authority added that the new limits placed on the number of incoming and outgoing flights are meant to "strike a balance between airline commercial interests and the capabilities of the entities across the entire airport ecosystem ... to deliver successfully on travel demand." Last year, the airport saw a rash of troubles that caused many passengers to face disruptions including flight delays, cancellations and hours-long bottlenecks at security. Lost luggage still clogs some Canadian airports after chaotic holiday travel week VIDEO Toronto's Pearson ranked worst airport in the world for delays The GTAA, along with airlines, blamed the issues on a lack of security screening staff, ongoing federal COVID-19 restrictions and limitations on aircraft movements. The authority said Tuesday it is "analyzing and optimizing" its staffing plans and increasing the frequency of testing and training around key areas of the baggage system. It says it will also be installing AI technology to streamline what is happening at all gates and notify ground handlers and baggage workers in an effort to "reduce delays and optimize the time planes spend at the gates."

Here we go again, B777 problems Boeing pauses delivery of 787 Dreamliners over fuselage issue Story by Gabrielle Fonrouge • 3h ago Boeing pauses delivery of 787 Dreamliners (cnbc.com) IN THIS ARTICLE Boeing temporarily halted delivery of its 787 Dreamliners over a fuselage issue, the Federal Aviation Administration said. The stoppage is the latest issue for the plane. "Deliveries will not resume until the FAA is satisfied that the issue has been addressed," the agency said. The exterior of a 787 Dreamliner at the Boeing manufacturing facility in North Charleston, on December 13, 2022. © Provided by CNBC Boeing has temporarily halted deliveries of its 787 Dreamliners so it can do additional analysis on a fuselage component, the company and the Federal Aviation Administration said Thursday. "In reviewing certification records, Boeing discovered an analysis error by our supplier related to the 787 forward pressure bulkhead. We notified the FAA and have paused 787 deliveries while we complete the required analysis and documentation," Boeing said in a statement. The company won't be able to resume deliveries until it can show the FAA it has resolved the issue, but production will continue and Boeing doesn't expect the issue to require additional work on the 787s. "There is no immediate safety of flight concern for the in-service fleet," the company said. "We are communicating with our customers and will continue to follow the lead of the FAA. While near-term deliveries will be impacted, at this time we do not anticipate a change to our production and delivery outlook for the year,." Shares of the company fell 3% in off-hours trading. The planes, which are often used for long-haul international routes, have suffered several issues for several years. This is not the first time that deliveries were halted. Play Ad - Up Next "Boeing halts Dreamliner deliveries" CNBC Boeing halts Dreamliner deliveries In May 2021, Boeing halted deliveries of the wide-body planes for the second time in less than a year after the FAA determined there were issues with the manufacturer's method for evaluating the aircraft. The FAA said previously the issues were related to problems with incorrect spacing in some parts of the 787 aircraft, including the fuselage, which Boeing acknowledged was a problem in 2020, sparking a five-month stop on deliveries. In August 2022, it delivered its first 787 Dreamliner since the latest delivery pause to American Airlines, marking a milestone for the company because the bulk of the aircraft's price is paid when it's handed over to customers. A few months later, United Airlines ordered 100 787 Dreamliners, with the option to buy 100 more, to replace some of its older stock. The order was a major boost for Boeing, and the planes were slated to be delivered between 2024 and 2032, United said previously. United's CEO Scott Kirby has said it was easier to buy more Boeing 787s over rival Airbus's competing A350 wide-body plane. "In this world where we're trying to bring on 2,500 pilots a year and grow the airline, introducing a new fleet type slows that down dramatically," he said on a call with reporters. "And the truth is the 787 is a better replacement for the [767] because it's smaller." –CNBC's Phil LeBeau and Leslie Josephs contributed to this report.

CANADIAN AIRLINE AND INDUSTRY NEWS Air Canada and United Airlines to Offer More than 260 Daily Transborder Flights and Two New Routes this Summer 23 February 2023Canadian Aviation News United and Air Canada to increase summer capacity by more than 20% with new non-stop flights between Washington-Dulles and Vancouver and Calgary MONTREAL and CHICAGO, Feb. 23, 2023 /CNW/ – Air Canada and United Airlines announced today that, through their enhanced transborder joint business agreement, they will offer industry leading capacity and new routes between Canada and the U.S. for summer 2023 – including a new United-operated flight between Washington-Dulles and Calgary and a new Air Canada-operated flight between Washington-Dulles and Vancouver. The carriers have collaboratively optimized their schedules, subject to applicable government and regulatory conditions, and added more flights to provide customers greater connectivity and more flexible flight times, with over 80 transborder codeshare routes and more than 260 daily flights. “Through our longstanding partnership with United Airlines, Air Canada has been able to offer customers ever-increasing and significant benefits. This summer, customers will have even greater choice and convenience with our joint summer schedule made possible by our airlines’ new enhanced transborder agreement. Together we will offer more than 260 daily departures to the U.S, and new non-stop flights from Vancouver and Calgary to Washington-Dulles,” said Mark Galardo, Senior Vice President Network Planning and Revenue Management at Air Canada. “Our coordinated schedules will provide business travelers with the convenience of hourly service and the additional comfort of a business cabin on all flights between Toronto and New York and Chicago, as well as Vancouver and San Francisco.” “We’re proud of our continued work with Air Canada to provide customers with even greater transborder connectivity, including adding more flights and new direct service to Calgary and Vancouver from Washington Dulles,” said Patrick Quayle, Senior Vice President of Global Network Planning and Alliances at United Airlines. “With schedules designed to give customers more flexibility with timing and more convenient connection options, as well as the ability to enjoy the benefits of both airlines’ loyalty programs, our agreement with Air Canada makes United the premier U.S. airline for travel to Canada.” New Non-stop Flights Between Vancouver, Calgary and Washington New, non-stop service between Vancouver and Washington-Dulles will begin June 1 and will be operated with an Air Canada Boeing 737 Max 8. United will also introduce a new, non-stop flight between Calgary and Washington-Dulles on June 2 on an Airbus 319. Air Canada and United will codeshare on these flights, allowing Aeroplan or MileagePlus® members to accumulate and redeem miles. Eligible customers and loyalty plan members will also be able to enjoy benefits including priority check-in, lounge access, priority boarding and other benefits where available. Flight Departs Arrives Frequency AC 1036 Vancouver 8:15 Washington 16:16 Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun AC 1037 Washington 17:10 Vancouver 20:01 Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun UA 2221 Calgary 13:30 Washington 19:54 Daily UA 1125 Washington 9:00 Calgary 11:59 Daily Transborder Schedule The two carriers will operate more than 260 daily transborder departures in summer 2023, about a 20 percent increase in schedule capacity compared to summer 2022. The schedule will include up to 120 daily departures between the airlines’ hub markets, an increase from 101 in summer 2021. Flights will be timed to offer optimized connections at both Air Canada and United’s hubs and line stations. Shuttle-Style Schedule The coordinated schedule will enable both carriers to offer shuttle-style hourly service throughout the day between key Air Canada and United hubs. The airlines will offer 29 daily flights with complementary timings between Toronto and New York/Newark and Chicago, and 11 daily flights between Vancouver and San Francisco. Route Frequency First Departure Last Departure Toronto-Chicago 13- times Daily 06:30 21:15 Chicago-Toronto 07:10 21:15 Toronto-New York/Newark 16-times Daily 06:15 21:00 New York/Newark-Toronto 06:00 20:15 Vancouver-San Francisco 11-times Daily 07:00 21:00 San Francisco-Vancouver 06:45 21:00 Enhanced Western Canada Network to the U.S. The airlines’ summer schedule also provides increased transborder service between the U.S. and Western Canada. There will be nine daily flights between Vancouver and New York/Newark, Houston and Chicago, and seven flights daily between Los Angeles and Vancouver. A second daily flight will be added between Calgary and both Chicago and Houston, and a second daily flight will also be added from Edmonton to Denver. Customer Experience Air Canada and United will offer business class seats on every flight between their respective hubs. All eligible customers will be able to enjoy Air Canada’s Maple Leaf Lounges and United’s lounges, as well as the benefits of the carriers’ Aeroplan and MileagePlus® loyalty programs. Additionally, customers will have a wider range of flight options with more than 80 transborder codeshare routes. Overall, customers will be able to connect to over 100 codeshare destinations in the U.S. and 25 of the most popular cities in Canada. Building on a Long-Standing Partnership In July 2022, Air Canada and United announced a joint business agreement for the Canada-U.S. transborder market, building on their long-standing partnership that will give more flight options and better flight schedules to customers traveling between the two countries (coordination subject to regulatory conditions). Air Canada and United are also founding members of Star Alliance and a transatlantic joint business agreement with the Lufthansa Group. In 2019, the U.S.-Canada transborder market was the second largest international passenger air transportation market in the world and the largest international market for both Canada and the U.S., as measured by seats. About Air Canada

Competition among low-cost carriers Toronto-based carrier sets its sights west, adds Calgary, Edmonton as destinations Calgary Herald 23 Feb 2023 JOSH ALDRICH jaldrich@postmedia.com Twitter: @Joshaldrich03 GREG SOUTHAM Porter Airlines executive vice-president and chief commercial officer Kevin Jackson says a Toronto-to-calgary route is “certainly a market that our customers in Eastern Canada have been interested in us being able to serve for a number of years.” As Porter Airlines' inaugural flight from Calgary to Toronto taxied onto the runway, the skies above Alberta became even more crowded. As of Wednesday, the Toronto-based airline is the latest to find a landing spot at YYC in a marketplace that has become exponentially more competitive since before the COVID-19 pandemic. Porter Airlines has been in operation as a regional airline in Eastern Canada for 16 years. “Toronto to Calgary is a very important market in Canada, and certainly a market that our customers in Eastern Canada have been interested in us being able to serve for a number of years,” said Kevin Jackson, executive vice-president and chief commercial officer for the airline. Porter has a goal of chipping away at the economy-plus segment dominated by Westjet and Air Canada, by offering services other airlines have cut back on — such as beverages in glassware, free beer and wine, free high-speed Wi-fi, free snacks and more space with no middle seats. The carrier is hoping the record number of people relocating from Toronto to Calgary will provide a foothold for its western expansion. It will offer two flights daily from Calgary International Airport to Pearson International Airport. Porter last week also launched its route from Edmonton to Toronto, and Jackson said the company has plans to further expand in Western Canada. Lynx Air, which went airborne 10 months ago, is the newest airline based out of Calgary. It offers 90 flights a week and will hit 240 this summer. In Calgary, it will go from 60 flights and 11,000 seats a week to 115 and 21,000 seats. Meanwhile, it is preparing for 105 per cent growth out of Toronto, hitting 150 flights and 30,000 seats a week. The airline is serving a different segment than Porter, however, targeting the ultra-low-cost carrier, in direct competition with Flair and Westjet's Swoop. Merren Mcarthur, CEO and president of Lynx Air, said only about four per cent of the capacity in Canada is low-cost, in contrast to Europe at 42 per cent. While it is growing domestically, the airline is also attempting to be the first Canadian a la carte airline into major markets, with recent expansion to Los Angeles, Las Vegas and Phoenix. “We see that there's a huge opportunity and fares have traditionally been too high as a result of the small amount of low-cost capacity here,” she said. “Our model is actually about going into markets where the fares are high and stimulating and inspiring more people to travel by air because they can afford to, and that's really growing the market.” Robert Kokanis, president and managing director of Airtrav Inc., a Toronto-based aviation advisory firm, said while there have been failures in the past for affordable flying, there was still a void that had not been properly filled in this category. This has allowed newer entrants, such as Lynx, to carve out a space. Under the guidance of Alexis von Hoensbroech for the past 12 months, Westjet has shifted its focus back to its roots of serving Western Canada and lowering fares. Part of this transition has been expanding routes out of Edmonton, Calgary and Vancouver, and growing its footprint south of the border. Von Hoensbroech, president and CEO of Westjet, said he welcomes the healthy competition. Kokanis said there is risk of oversupply by the end of 2023 if the marketplace continues to expand with the current projections and forecasts, meaning there could be some casualties. “By the end of the year, there will be too many seats in the Canadian marketplace,” he said. “You don't necessarily want to have the race to the bottom. Everywhere, everybody's pulling service and quality of experience — Westjet is not trying to do that whatsoever, nor is Porter. But time will tell with all this huge amount of capacity in the marketplace.”

NASA Virtual Aviation Showcase to Highlight Transformative Innovation | NASA Members of the media and public are invited to participate in NASA’s imaginAviation, a free, virtual event focusing on how the agency transforms research innovations into new possibilities for aviation for the benefit of humanity. Sessions run from Tuesday, Feb. 28, to Thursday, March 2. A full agenda for the workshop is online. Registered members will have access to view presentations about NASA’s efforts to transform aviation in ways that increase sustainability and air transportation options, as well as gain insight into technologies in development by NASA and its partners. Speakers include: NASA Associate Administrator Bob Cabana Robert Pearce, associate administrator, NASA’s Aeronautics Research Mission Directorate (ARMD) Barbara Esker, assistant deputy association administrator for Missions, ARMD Robbie Cabral, inventor Trisha Pesiri, former Federal Aviation Administration air traffic controller and wildland fire survivor Sessions will cover some of NASA’s high-priority missions and projects, including sustainable aviation and the Quesst mission, which seeks to enable quiet supersonic flight over land using its experimental X-59 aircraft for testing. NASA’s Advanced Air Mobility efforts to develop new air transportation systems for people and cargo in underserved areas are another topic on the agenda. NASA’s imaginAviation is presented by the agency’s Transformative Aeronautics Concepts Program. For more information on the event or to register, visit: https://nari.arc.nasa.gov/imaginAviation/

Air Canada’s freighter investments weigh on cash flow Cargo revenue declines 40% under weak market conditions Eric Kulisch ·Tuesday, February 21, 2023 Air Canada has a combination fleet of passenger aircraft and freighters. The A330-300 pictured is a widebody passenger plane that can carry a lot of cargo too. (Photo: Air Canada) Air Canada executives said it will take a couple more years for the full revenue potential of the incoming freighter fleet to take effect while the cargo market goes through a slump. Air Canada’s cargo revenue fell 41% in the fourth quarter to CA$288 million ($214 million) from 2021, reflecting overall market weakness related to inflation, an economic slowdown and high retail inventories that afflicted most airlines. For the full year, cargo sales declined 15% to $935 million. The results were still solid considering Air Canada (OTCUS: ACDVF) set a record of $1.2 billion in cargo revenue in 2021, an unprecedented year for supply chain disruptions that drove shippers to airfreight. For the final three months of the year, cargo sales were 55% better than the pre-pandemic baseline of 2019. The fourth quarter typically is the strongest shipping period, but airlines did not experience any bump in business as customers purchased goods earlier in the year on fears of ocean shipping delays and consumers tightened their pocketbooks while shifting spending to services. Comparisons with 2019 are also difficult because Air Canada made a strategic decision during the pandemic to establish a freighter division and now operates three Boeing 767 converted freighters that can carry much larger quantities of goods per flight than passenger aircraft. The airline also no longer operates cargo-only passenger freighters that were deployed during the pandemic when much of the passenger fleet was grounded. Fourth-quarter cargo revenue at United Airlines fell 35% year over year. American Airlines experienced a 23% decline and Delta Air Lines’ cargo revenue was 18% less than in 2021. Air Canada is scheduled to have 12 main deck cargo jets by the end of 2024, but analysts say full revenue benefit from the cargo investments will take time to pay off with weak cargo demand and a growing supply of aircraft capacity combining to drive down rates. The airline is poised this year to receive two more used 767 jets converted for upper-deck freight and three more next year. It already has taken possession of two production freighters from Boeing that have yet to enter service and is scheduled to take delivery of two new Boeing 777 freighters in 2024. The cargo investments dampened free cash flow and won’t begin to pay material dividends until 2025 or 2026, CEO Michael Rousseau said during a briefing for analysts. Fadi Chamoun, transportation analyst for BMO Capital Markets, said in a research note that the freighter investments are likely to squeeze cash and returns on invested capital in the short term. BMO estimates that Air Canada is spending $520 million to $594 million for the cargo aircraft and infrastructure. “We see the air freight market being in an oversupply condition well into 2024, and there is limited visibility into the margin contribution from this segment over the medium term. The investment in cargo is responsible for the bulk of the downward revision in the company’s cumulative free cash flow guidance from $2.6 billion to $1.85 billion for the 2022-2024 timeframe,” he said. Executives say the freighters are increasing business opportunities because they provide more direct scheduled service and certainty, while the passenger network extends connectivity to more cities than the freighters can serve. Freighters also offset seasonal capacity swings in the passenger network, giving shippers year-round options. Chief Commercial Officer Lucie Guillemette said that the freighters will quickly enable the carrier to capture more business in the trans-Atlantic market, but acknowledged that it will take longer to increase revenue in Asia. “Most of the freighters are operating in markets where we don’t have enough belly capacity or they’re operating markets where we don’t actually operate passenger [aircraft],” she said. Cargo network build out Air Canada is expanding its freighter network as it adds more dedicated cargo jets. This month it began scheduled freighter service to Liege, Belgium, and plans to expand the freighter network to Basel, Switzerland, in April. The cargo division is operating two flights per week to Liege, with service expected to increase to three flights per week later this year. Basel, a major European pharmaceutical center, will get two flights per week. The flights originate in Toronto with a stop in Halifax. The new routes are in addition to the recent start of service to Dallas, Atlanta and Bogota, Colombia. On Friday, Jon Turner took command of the cargo division following the resignation of Jason Berry, who is credited with implementing the initial buildout of the freighter fleet and network. Air Canada Cargo this month joined the Pharma.Aero collaboration forum where stakeholders in the pharmaceutical transportation sector share best practices for shipping and distribution of temperature-sensitive medicines. Air Canada last year expanded its cold storage facility in Toronto and uses a wide range of refrigerated containers such as the Envirotainer Releye RLP to keep pharma products at the correct temperature. The airline also expanded its warehouse at Frankfurt airport in Germany, is in the midst of a huge remodel of its London Heathrow cargo terminal and is expanding its Vancouver terminal in preparation for operating the 777 freighters on Asia routes. And Air Canada signed a memorandum of understanding with Emirates SkyCargo to work together on expanding interline options and block space agreements, giving customers more flexibility for routing their shipments around the world. “With the opening of 13 new freighter markets in 2022, and more set to be inaugurated in 2023 and 2024, Air Canada Cargo remains laser focussed on building a freighter program that complements and supports our robust global passenger network and ensures our customers have access to reliable year-round capacity on critical trade lanes,” said Turner, who previously was vice president of in-flight services in the passenger division, in a LinkedIn post. Overall, Air Canada reported a fourth quarter adjusted loss of $161.2 million that was below Wall Street’s consensus estimate despite a record $3 billion in passenger revenue, double the amount in the same period of 2021 and 2% higher than in 2019. The carrier saw improved passenger traffic, including in international markets, but was bedeviled by higher costs for fuel, labor and maintenance that Executives said advanced bookings are still strong but that results aren’t expected to return to pre-pandemic levels until 2024. Passenger capacity is set to grow 24% this year.

Province facing questions over WestJet flights from Saskatoon to Minneapolis 01:50 Province facing criticism over air service 02:39 WestJet announces new Sask. flights Wayne Mantyka CTV News Regina Video Journalist Follow | Contact Updated Feb. 21, 2023 6:33 p.m. MST Published Feb. 21, 2023 5:22 p.m. MST ShareMore share options The provincial government is facing questions over why it has favoured Saskatoon over Regina for U.S. air service. The province has given WestJet a $2.2 million revenue guarantee to fly a route from Saskatoon to Minneapolis. A similar incentive was not provided for Regina and some economists are questioning the deal. “If it’s not viable in and of itself then why are we subsidizing it in the first place? What are we actually going to get out of this?” asked Jason Childs, an economist at the University of Regina. Both Saskatoon and Regina lost direct air service to Minneapolis prior to the pandemic. RELATED STORIES Sask. officials hope direct flights to Minneapolis boost tourism and business opportunities WestJet adding Saskatoon to Minneapolis direct flights The new service will operate three days a week, a route that the government considers crucial. “We have heard over and over again from the business community, the significance of having direct connection to a U.S. hub city,” said Jeremy Harrison, minister of Trade and Export Development. Some southern Saskatchewan air travellers question why Regina wasn’t offered a similar deal. “It doesn’t make any sense why Saskatoon should have it and Regina doesn’t have it. It’s something that I definitely think should be brought back here,” said Sheldon Morash. The government said it would consider proposals to support additional direct U.S. flights. The Regina airport wants daily air service to the U.S. “We’re looking at all the best options there. I think that we would probably want more than just three days if possible but there’s a lot of moving factors right now,” said Justin Reves, manager of customer experience and marketing for YQR. The Regina Airport could seek a provincial government incentive in the future to attract a new airline route. For now, it’s waiting for the right opportunity.

Flair Airlines donates flights to assist Ukrainian Refugees with Travel in Canada NEWS PROVIDED BY Flair Airlines Ltd. Feb 21, 2023, 11:00 ET 400 flight vouchers provided to CISSA-ACSEI, a Canadian resettlement agency. EDMONTON, AB, Feb. 21, 2023 /CNW/ - Today, Flair Airlines, Canada's everyday low fare airline, announced it has donated 400 flight vouchers to help Ukrainian refugees with their travel in Canada. The donation was facilitated by the Canadian Immigrant Settlement Sector Alliance - Alliance Canadienne du secteur de l'établissement des immigrants (CISSA-ACSEI), a convening body representing the immigrant settlement sector in Canada. Ukrainian refugees have arrived in Canada from Europe through charter or schedule airline flights. However, their port of entry may be some distance from family, friends and loved ones who can help them resettle in Canada. The program facilitates follow-on flights within Canada to support reunification with these communities. The 400 one-way vouchers are valid for travel to Flair's Canadian destinations. Baggage, fees, and taxes are also included. The vouchers will be provided to Ukrainian refugees upon arrival in Canada. "Flair Airlines is pleased to help Ukrainian refugees with these complimentary flights, reuniting them with family and friends in cities across Canada on our network," said Stephen Jones, President and CEO of Flair Airlines. "We believe they will find a warm welcome, safety and well-being, and good opportunities for them and their families in these Canadian communities." "We are thrilled that Flair Airlines has offered 400 gift of flight vouchers," said Chris Friesen, Interim co-Executive Director, CISSA-ACSEI. "This act of generosity will help displaced Ukrainians reach their final destinations and start their new lives in Canada. This contribution will make a meaningful impact in the lives of the newcomers we serve."

Air Canada testing 'voluntary' facial recognition boarding at Pearson, Vancouver airports Air Canada is testing facial recognition boarding at Toronto and Vancouver airports. Air Canada YouTube By Michael Talbot Posted Feb 21, 2023, 11:35AM MST. No identification? No boarding pass? No problem. Air Canada says it has become the first airline in this country to test facial recognition technology that would allow a person to board a flight without those key documents, instead using the Air Canada app to create a ‘faceprint’ that would verify their identity. The pilot project is currently underway at Vancouver International Airport on select flights to Winnipeg and at the Air Canada Café at Pearson Airport in Toronto. Air Canada says it has plans to expand the testing to “select Canadian airports and Maple Leaf Lounges” in the future. The term “facial recognition” often sparks privacy concerns, but Air Canada says the technology is strictly on a voluntary basis, promising “a simplified and seamless process at the gate” for those who wish to participate. “Many of our customers already utilize digital credentials to simplify their daily activities such as unlocking mobile phones, entering workplaces, verifying identification during financial transactions and more,” said Craig Landry, Executive Vice President and Chief Operations Officer at Air Canada. “We are very excited to now take a leadership position in Canada and test digital identification using facial recognition technology to validate customer identification quickly, securely and accurately at select airport touchpoints.” “Participation in digital identification is voluntary,” he stressed. Air Canada says customers who don’t want to use facial recognition “may simply board as they currently do now by presenting their boarding pass and government-issued photo ID for manual ID check and processing.” The federal government, which has faced pressure to alleviate wait times at Canada’s often-beleaguered airports, applauded the technology. “Our government and Canadian airlines and airports are eager to move forward with innovative solutions and technologies to modernize the traveler journey in airports across the country, which would enable a more seamless and efficient air transportation system,” Minister of Transport, Omar Alghabra, said in a release. Alghabra said facial recognition would speed up processes “while respecting robust privacy measures and security standards.” “This project has great potential in making gate boarding easier and faster for Canadian passengers, while maintaining strong safety measures.” Air Canada released a video showing how the technology works. “Digital identification is a single enrollment feature on the Air Canada app. Biometric data is encrypted and stored only on the customer’s mobile phone,” Air Canada said. “Customers must provide additional consent for the data to be used day-of travel and will only be retained for up to 36 hours subject to Air Canada’s rigorous privacy and security standards

WestJet Sells Seven Boeing 737s To Be Scrapped BYAARON BAILEY PUBLISHED 3 HOURS AGO With multiple Boeing 737 MAX on order, the aircraft will send seven 737NG to Georgia for parts. Photo: Calgaryplanes / Westjet Canadian, Calgary-based airline Westjet (WS) will say goodbye to seven 737 next-generation aircraft as they are sold for parts to Atlanta-based Aventure Aviation. The seven aircraft in question hold serial numbers 34284, 34285, 34286, 34287, 34288, 35111, and 35112. With Westjet pivoting its strategy to focus mainly on operations from its base in Calgary, and other West coast ports, the airline is in the middle of a fleet renewal, which has seen Boeing 787s join the fleet alongside Boeing 737 MAX aircraft. Aventure Aviation Based in Atlanta, Georgia, Aventure Aviation specializes in the 'tear down' of various aircraft, selling parts to various other airlines and organizations. Providing component solutions to multiple aircraft operators. The solutions provided range from public to corporate and government, including armed forces. In addition to picking for parts, Aventure Aviation assists in the end-of-life and retirement of aircraft.e that Aventure Aviation will utilize the aircraft for a range of parts for their customer list. With aircraft shortages and delivery delays, Kevin Lang, Aventure’s Director of strategic accounts, noted:“This major acquisition will provide a significant inventory increase for our global customer base.” Westjet's move to MAX aircraft Westjet already has 23 Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft in its fleet, with more on order. With 32 MAX 7 and 54 MAX 10 on order, in a move to improve reliability, optimize operations and reduce CO2 emissions. The new MAX aircraft is expected to reduce CO2 emissions by millions of pounds each year compared to the older generation aircraft. With Westjet's recent pivot to focus on its home in Western Canada, the airline has recently introduced multiple routes across the border. WestJet recently revealed nine new US routes from Calgary, Edmonton, Saskatoon, and Vancouver, all taking off in May and June. Two of the nine have never been served – at least not in the 33 years since 1990. Five other routes had had non-stops before, two of which were by WestJet but are currently unserved.

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Drone Cargo Determination No. A-2023-28 February 13, 2023 APPLICATION by Volatus Aerospace Corp. (applicant) pursuant to section 61 of the Canada Transportation Act, SC 1996, c 10 (CTA). Case number: 22-64704 The applicant has applied to the Canadian Transportation Agency (Agency) for a licence to operate a domestic service, all-cargo aircraft. The application is for the commercial operation of an air service using drones for the carriage of cargo. Pursuant to subparagraph 61(a)(ii) of the CTA, the applicant must hold a Canadian aviation document (CAD) in respect of the service to be provided under the licence. In the instance of drone operations, there is no single CAD equivalent to an air operator certificate. The applicant holds CADs in the form of a drone registrations. The applicant's drone operators hold CADs in the form of a drone pilot certificates. The Agency is satisfied that the applicant meets all the applicable requirements of section 61 of the CTA. The licensee is reminded that, pursuant to section 57 of the CTA, it shall not operate an air service unless, in respect of that service, it holds a CAD. It is the licensee's responsibility to ensure that it continues to hold the appropriate CAD, which may be in the form of drone Pilot Certificates, Drone registrations, Special Flight Operations Certificates or any other document required pursuant to the Aeronautics Act, RSC 1985, c A-2. Accordingly, the Agency issues the licence. Member(s) Volatus Aerospace is the leader in commercial drones and UAV technologies, providing integrated solutions for clients globally. The company serves both civil, government, and defense markets. Having established itself in the drone services market, providing infrastructure inspection, mapping and modelling services, the Company has leveraged this expertise into the key sectors of equipment distribution, public safety, drone cargo and delivery, and security and defense. Our aviation division provides commercial aircraft management and charter services, and long-range pipeline patrol and inspection with the integration of AI and autonomous solutions. Volatus Aerospace - Volatus

I imagine the "what if" worries are not in full flight. I guess if you can float a balloon over North America with a large payload, that payload could well be lethal and not just spy equipment.

Air Canada Cargo and Emirates SkyCargo sign agreement to enhance networks and reach By André Orban - 11 February 2023 1 151 Air Canada Cargo and Emirates SkyCargo have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to deliver more benefits to their air freight customers around the world. The MoU, which builds on the airlines’ strategic commercial partnership announced last year, was signed at Emirates Headquarters in Dubai, UAE by Nabil Sultan, Emirates Divisional Senior Vice President, Cargo and Matthieu Casey, Managing Director Commercial, Air Canada Cargo. Under the terms of the MoU, Air Canada Cargo and Emirates SkyCargo will work closely on a number of initiatives, which include expanding cargo interline options and block space agreements, pending any required regulatory approvals. These enhancements aim to offer freight customers of both airlines access to more capacity on a larger combined global network. Air Canada Cargo will have access to Emirates SkyCargo’s high-frequency distribution network through the belly-hold of Emirates scheduled passenger flights to over 140 global destinations, as well as the additional capacity offered by 11 freighters currently in the Emirates fleet. In return, SkyCargo will have access to over 60 cities in Canada and more than 150 cities across five continents through Air Canada Cargo thanks to a fleet of Boeing 767 freighters and the belly-hold capacity of Air Canada’s scheduled passenger flights. Both airlines bring particular experience in handling unique cargo, such as oil and gas drilling equipment, car parts and pharmaceuticals on their dedicated fleet of freighters or passenger aircraft. “We are thrilled to be further strengthening our cargo relationship with Emirates SkyCargo. This agreement enables both carriers to work more closely to optimize our respective freighter and belly capacity throughout each of our extensive and complementing global networks. Customers will benefit from these additional synergies by having access to an even greater array of options, destinations and streamlined handling when shipping globally,” said Matthieu Casey, Managing Director, Commercial, at Air Canada Cargo. “Emirates SkyCargo is committed to being a leading player in the global air cargo industry providing our customers with the highest standards of products and services. Cooperating with Air Canada Cargo will offer our clients added value through more rapid reach to new destinations in Canada via our Toronto and US gateways,” said Nabil Sultan, Emirates Divisional Senior Vice President, Cargo. Since announcing their strategic partnership in 2022, Emirates and Air Canada have implemented a passenger codeshare agreement that spans 46 destinations across North America, the Middle East, Asia and Africa, and have launched a Loyalty program partnership to allow Aeroplan and Skywards members to earn and redeem Miles and Points on all flights operated by Air Canada and Emirates, respectively. MONTREAL, February 10, 2023 Related articles Emirates SkyCargo and Cargolux announce landmark cargo partnership agreement Emirates SkyCargo introduces Airbus A380 ‘mini-freighter’ charter operations Emirates SkyCargo becomes first air cargo carrier to deliver 50 million doses of COVID-19 vaccines to more than 50 destinations

eb 13, 2023 RELEASE 23-018 NASA, Partners Clear Axiom’s Second Private Astronaut Mission Crew Crew members for the second private astronaut mission to the International Space Station, Axiom Mission 2 (Ax-2), left to right: Commander Peggy Whitson, Pilot John Shoffner, and Mission Specialists Ali Alqarni and Rayyanah Barnawi. Credits: Axiom Space NASA and its international partners have approved the crew for Axiom Space’s second private astronaut mission to the International Space Station, Axiom Mission 2 (Ax-2). Axiom Space’s Director of Human Spaceflight and former NASA astronaut Peggy Whitson will command the privately funded mission. John Shoffner of Knoxville, Tennessee, will serve as pilot. The two mission specialists, Ali Alqarni and Rayyanah Barnawi from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), are members of the inaugural Saudi national astronaut program. They are flying through an arrangement between KSA and Axiom Space. “Enabling more people to go to space is an important component of NASA’s continuing efforts to grow the low-Earth orbit economy,” said Angela Hart, manager of NASA’s Commercial Low-Earth Orbit Development Program. “Private astronaut missions are a key component to enable a successful transition to a model of commercially owned and operated platforms in low-Earth orbit. I appreciate the commitment of our International Space Station and commercial partners to help us achieve this future.” The Ax-2 crew will launch from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida aboard a SpaceX Dragon spacecraft and travel to the space station. Once docked, the private astronauts plan to spend 10 days aboard the orbiting laboratory implementing a full mission of science, outreach, and commercial activities. The mission, targeted for launch in spring 2023, will be the first private space mission to include both private astronauts and astronauts representing foreign governments, as well as the first private mission commanded by a woman. “Axiom Space’s second private astronaut mission to the International Space Station cements our mission of expanding access to space worldwide and supporting the growth of the low-Earth orbit economy as we build Axiom Station,” said Michael Suffredini, president and CEO of Axiom Space. “Ax-2 moves Axiom Space one step closer toward the realization of a commercial space station in low-Earth orbit and enables us to build on the legacy and achievements of the station, leveraging the benefits of microgravity to better life on Earth.” Whitson will become the first female commander of a private space mission, adding to her prior accomplishments, including as NASA’s chief astronaut and the first female commander of the space station. In addition, she will add to her standing record for the longest cumulative time in space by a NASA astronaut. “I’m honored to be heading back to the station for the fourth time, leading this talented Ax-2 crew on their first mission,” said Whitson. “This is a strong and cohesive team determined to conduct meaningful scientific research in space and inspire a new generation about the benefits of microgravity. It’s a testament to the power of science and discovery to unify and build international collaboration.” Shoffner, a businessman, has always had an interest in space, the stars, and flying, becoming a pilot at the age of 17 and since amassing than 8,500 flight hours and earning ratings for multiple aircraft types. He also is an advocate for science, technology engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM) education. The first private astronaut mission to the International Space Station, Axiom Mission 1 (Ax-1), launched April 8, 2022, with four private astronauts who spent 17 days in orbit working on 26 science payloads aboard the station and conducting more than 30 STEAM educational and public outreach engagements. The crew splashed down off the coast of Florida on April 25, 2022, to conclude the mission. Private astronaut missions to the space station are a precursor to privately funded commercial space stations as part of NASA’s efforts to develop a thriving low-Earth orbit ecosystem and marketplace. NASA is currently reviewing proposals for the third and fourth private astronaut missions to the space station. For more than 22 years, NASA has supported a continuous U.S. human presence in low-Earth orbit aboard the space station. The agency's goal is to enable a strong, commercial marketplace in low-Earth orbit where NASA is one of many customers for private industry. This strategy will provide services the government needs at a lower cost, enabling the agency to focus on its Artemis missions to the Moon in preparation for Mars while continuing to use low-Earth orbit as a training and proving ground for those deep space missions. For more information about NASA’s commercial low-Earth orbit economy effort, visit: https://www.nasa.gov/leo-economy

WestJet brings new U.S. destinations and enhanced domestic connectivity to summer schedule as airline’s new growth strategy takes flight 13 February 2023Canadian Aviation News CALGARY, AB, Feb. 13, 2023 /CNW/ – WestJet today unveiled 20 new routes and three new destinations to the airline’s summer schedule. Offering a comprehensive network of connectivity between Western Canada and the United States, WestJet’s summer network additions feature new non-stop service to Washington Dulles, Detroit and Minneapolis, with new routes added to Atlanta, Austin, Chicago, Nashville and Seattle. In line with the airline’s previously announced strategic direction, WestJet is also expanding domestic travel options across Canada with increased frequencies and options to travel from coast-to-coast, and everywhere in between. “We are thrilled to be expanding our network and giving our guests substantial opportunity to explore the U.S., and Canada from coast-to-coast this summer,” said Alexis von Hoensbroech, WestJet Group Chief Executive Officer. “From increased domestic options to expanded regional and transborder connectivity throughout Western Canada, our summer schedule demonstrates our unwavering commitment to fulfilling the diverse needs of Canadian travellers and ensuring we are the friendly, reliable and affordable airline they love.” With strengthened domestic and transborder connectivity, WestJet will increase its service up to nearly 30 per cent in Calgary, 50 percent in Edmonton and 10 per cent in Vancouver when compared to 2022. Expanded U.S. network with more routes and increased access to Delta hubs This summer WestJet will introduce Minneapolis, Detroit and Washington D.C. (Dulles), to its network, in addition to investing in new routes and restoring service to an expansive list of U.S. destinations. Through its longstanding partnership with Delta Air Lines, guests connecting through Minneapolis and Detroit will gain access to two more of the U.S. airline’s major hubs. Building on WestJet’s current service to Delta hubs, including Atlanta, Los Angeles, New York, and Seattle, WestJet guests will now have access to over 150 U.S. destinations on a single purchased ticket with check-in for all flights at the first departure, baggage tagged to their final destination and lounge access for select guests. Additionally, frequent flyers of both airlines will continue to enjoy extensive reciprocal benefits any time they fly with either carrier, including earning and redeeming in their preferred program. Highlights of WestJet’s summer 2023 transborder and international service Destination Start Date Peak Season Frequency Departure Time Arrival Time Calgary – Austin* May 18 2x weekly 09:40 14:30 Calgary – Chicago* May 18 4x weekly 12:15 16:40 Calgary – Detroit1 May 26 5x weekly 12:35 18:05 Calgary – Washington D.C. (Dulles) June 2 3x weekly 09:45 16:02 Edmonton – Minneapolis1 June 2 5x weekly 08:15 11:46 Edmonton – Seattle1 May 19 5x weekly 10:30 11:30 Vancouver – Atlanta1 May 17 4x weekly 22:25 06:05 Vancouver – Nashville May 19 2x weekly 10:00 16:19 Vancouver – Orlando* May 6 1x weekly 11:00 19:52 Winnipeg – Los Angeles3 Apr 30 3x weekly 07:00 08:38 Toronto – Bermuda3 May 5 2x weekly 07:00 10:42 *Resumption of service/ 1 Delta hub/ 3 Continuation of winter service Enhancing non-stop west to east connectivity As part of WestJet’s new strategic direction, the airline is taking strides to further provide guests with extensive opportunities to seamlessly and affordably travel across Canada. Substantially strengthening Canadian connectivity, WestJet is adding five new routes between Eastern and Western Canada, further positioning its network to support travel demands across the country. Destination Start Date Peak Season Frequency Departure Time Arrival Time Calgary – Moncton June 14 3x weekly 09:15 16:49 Calgary – Thunder Bay* June 29 3x weekly 14:00/15:45 18:36/20:21 Calgary – Quebec City* May 19 4x weekly 17:55 23:55 Edmonton – Charlottetown June 14 1x weekly 10:25 17:58 Edmonton – London May 19 2x weekly 10:25 15:52 Edmonton – Moncton June 29 2x weekly 10:25 17:57 Edmonton – Ottawa* Apr 30 6x weekly 09:00 14:43 Edmonton – Montreal* June 30 2x weekly 01:00 07:03 *Resumption of service Bringing Western Canadian communities closer through a strengthened regional network As Western Canada’s undisputed home-team carrier, WestJet is enhancing its aviation gateway for business and leisure travel opportunities by further strengthening regional connectivity with the resumption of non-stop flights and increased frequencies. Destination Start Date Peak Season Frequency Departure Time Arrival Time Calgary – Terrace* May 1 4x weekly 09:40/14:10 10:58/15:28 Edmonton – Nanaimo* April 30 2x weekly 10:30 11:29 Edmonton – Penticton* July 1 2x weekly 11:00 11:27 Kelowna – Regina* May 21 2x weekly 17:30 20:34 Kelowna – Saskatoon* June 2 2x weekly 17:35 20:29 Kelowna – Winnipeg* June 2 3x weekly 19:15 23:33 Vancouver – Regina* Jun 30 2x weekly 20:45 23:47 Winnipeg – Victoria* April 30 2x weekly 17:30 18:28 *Resumption of service Additional quotes “Delta is excited about WestJet’s expanded US-Canada network in summer 2023,” said Perry Cantarutti, senior vice president Alliances and International for Delta. “We already have a strong codeshare network with WestJet, and extensive reciprocal benefits for our frequent flyers. With both increased flights to Delta’s hubs in Atlanta and Seattle, as well as new WestJet flights to our hubs in Minneapolis/St. Paul and Detroit, we look forward to growing our partnership, offering new travel and connection options to more customers, and increasing competition.” “We’re thrilled to welcome WestJet to Minnesota and are pleased to add an important business route to Edmonton from MSP,” said Brian Ryks, CEO of the Metropolitan Airports Commission, which owns and operates MSP. “WestJet’s arrival also opens up new connections for travelers across Western Canada and the United States leveraging their codeshare with Delta Air Lines, MSP’s largest carrier.” “We are pleased to have WestJet begin operations at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. With the addition of WestJet, our customers will be able to fly directly from Detroit to Calgary for the first time since 2005. We’re hoping this route will also give our Canadian neighbors one more reason to visit our great region, “said Chad Newton, Wayne County Airport Authority CEO. “Dulles International Airport welcomes WestJet to the Washington, D.C., region with this first-ever service to Calgary,” said Chryssa Westerlund, Airports Authority executive vice president and chief revenue officer. “Calgary will become the 60th international destination from Washington Dulles, and WestJet will be our 40th air carrier. We are thrilled to welcome WestJet to Dulles and to provide customers this new link between Western Canada and Washington.” About WestJet