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Westjet NewsWestJet launches new service to Grand Cayman
CANADA : WestJet today announced the launch of new, seasonal non-stop service between Toronto and Grand Cayman. The inaugural flight departs Toronto's Pearson International Airport at 9:40 a.m. EDT today. WestJet Vacations welcomes pixie dust on board its aircraft
CANADA : WestJet Vacations today announced that guests on board flights to Los Angeles and Orlando during the month of November can expect an extra special experience. WestJet warns the public about national telephone scam
CANADA : WestJet is today warning the public of a scam being perpetrated by fraud artists trying to obtain credit card information. The scam is occurring nationally via telephone whereby callers pose as WestJet or other reputable companies. WestJet sets single-day record for guests flown
CANADA : WestJetters are giving thanks as a record number of guests chose to fly with WestJet today. WestJet reports September load factor of 75.5 per cent
CANADA : Airline flew an additional 49,000 guests this September compared to last WestJet enhances guest experience with virtual hold technology
CANADA : Demand for air travel is resulting in busier contact centers for airlines like WestJet, one of Canada's leading air carriers. WestJet launches fall and winter seat sale
CANADA : WestJet today announced a fall and winter seat sale while clarifying its position on seat sales after numerous inquiries from guests. WestJet adds new Toronto Pearson routes
CANADA : WestJet has just announced their winter schedule and there are many benefits to passengers at Toronto Pearson. WestJet adds New Orleans, Grand Cayman and Santa Clara, Cuba
CANADA : WestJet today unveiled its winter schedule for 2010-2011, featuring three new destinations, 10 new routes and expanded service on more than 30 others - and at everyday low fares all year-round. WestJet launches more non-stop service to the Bay Area
CANADA : WestJet today announced the launch of new seasonal non-stop service between Vancouver and San Francisco. The inaugural flight departs from Vancouver's International Airport at 8 a.m. PDT today. WestJet launches new summer service between Kitchener-Waterloo and Vancouver
CANADA : WestJet today announced the launch of new seasonal non-stop service between Kitchener-Waterloo and Vancouver. The inaugural flight departs from the Region of Waterloo International Airport at 7 a.m. EDT today. WestJet introduces everyday low pricing
CANADA : WestJet today introduced new everyday value fares with an enhanced pricing structure that reduces the volatility that has been present in the airline industry by providing lower fares across their entire schedule (330 days ahead of departure). WestJet launches service to fourth Dominican destination
CANADA : WestJet today announced the launch of new seasonal non-stop service between Toronto and Samana, Dominican Republic. The inaugural flight departs from Toronto's Pearson International Airport at 10 a.m. EDT today. WestJet launches new service between Windsor and Calgary
CANADA : WestJet today announced the launch of new seasonal non-stop service between Windsor and Calgary. The inaugural flight from the City of Roses departs Windsor International Airport at 4:15 p.m. EDT today. WestJet introduces Here to There in-flight entertainment
CANADA : WestJet today announced the introduction of Here to There in-flight entertainment, allowing guests the opportunity to enjoy live seatback television on the ground and in the air. WestJet launches new service between Toronto and Bermuda
CANADA : WestJet launches its new, non-stop service between Toronto and Bermuda from Pearson International Airport on Monday, May 3, 2010 at 10:20 a.m. EDT. WestJet announces scheduled service to Cuba
CANADA : WestJet today announced it will fly between Toronto and Varadero, Cayo Coco and Holguin, Cuba, on a scheduled basis effective April 1, 2010. WestJet signs long term distribution agreement with Travelport
CANADA : Travelport, one of the world’s leading global distribution system (GDS) providers, operating both the Galileo and Worldspan platforms, today announced details of a new global full content agreement with WestJet. WestJet announces service to the City of Roses
CANADA : Airline launches seasonal service between Windsor, Ontario, and Calgary WestJet signs deal with Accertify
CANADA : Selection by Top Canadian Carrier Reconfirms Interceptas' Market Leadership WestJet offers more Caribbean sun
CANADA : Airline announces service to Samana, unveils details of new Bermuda flights WestJet and EXP-AIR announce new cargo sales and service agreement
CANADA : WestJet today announced that it has signed an agreement with EXP-AIR Cargo, marking the beginning of a cargo sales and service relationship that offers an expanded range of services and products for cargo customers throughout Canada, the U.S., Mexico and the Caribbean. WestJet communicates extension of enhanced security measures
CANADA : WestJet announced today that in cooperation with the U.S. Transportation Security Administration, Transport Canada and the Canadian Air Transport Security Authority (CATSA), enhanced security screening measures in place at Canadian airports since December 25, 2009, will remain in effect until January 4, 2010. WestJet announces service to Bermuda
CANADA : Airline expands non-stop service to the sun with flights to island paradise WestJet launches flights to Cuba
CANADA : Starting from last Sunday, Toronto travelers in search of warmth have had two new options courtesy of Canadian low cost carrier WestJet. Last week the airline announced they were launching nonstops to Varadero, Cuba and St Maarten, and the first flights duly took off over the weekend. WestJet named Canada's preferred airline
CANADA : WestJet announced (09-Jun-09) the results of a study conducted by Leger Marketing indicating that WestJet is Canada's preferred airline. WestJet's 'up!' magazine wins National Magazine Award
CANADA : up! magazine, the in-flight publication for WestJet Airlines produced by RedPoint Media Group on a contract basis, won Gold at the National Magazine Awards on Friday. Spanner in the works for WestJet’s cross-border expansion as Southwest codeshare delayed
CANADA : Dallas-based US LCC Southwest has announced that it would delay the proposed cross-border codeshare agreement with WestJet, thus delaying WestJet's expansion into the US market. The issue of codesharing had caused some concern among Southwest pilots, who imposed restrictions on the American carrier's percentage of codeshare operations in their recently concluded salary negotiations. WestJet and Southwest delay code-share implementation
CANADA : WestJet announced that Southwest's progress on the implementation of the code-share program will be delayed. With the recessionary revenue environment, Southwest has decided to re-direct a portion of its resources dedicated to the code-share project towards other near-term revenue opportunities. WestJet launches new service to London, Ontario
CANADA : WestJet announced that it has launched seasonal non-stop service from Halifax to London, Ontario. WestJet offers more flights to Vancouver and Abbotsford
CANADA : WestJet announced its flight schedule to Vancouver and Abbotsford for February and March, 2010. WestJet continues profitability trend in 1Q09, but outlook more challenging
CANADA : WestJet continued its profitability trend in the three months ended 31-Mar-09 (1Q09), reporting a net profit of USD32.1 million (although this represented a 28.7% year-on-year reduction), for the 16th consecutive quarter of profitability. WestJet Romero House charity event
CANADA : WestJet announced it will host a funcharitable event on Friday, May 15, 2009, at the Market Square boardwalk insupport of Romero House. The airline begins seasonal service to the city on 15-May-09 and invites all Saint Johners down to the boardwalk to participate in WestJet heads and tails for Romero House. Cost of participation is a non-perishable food item or cash donation and the grand prize is a return trip for two to any regularly-scheduled WestJet destination. WestJet offers other destinations due to Swine flu
CANADA : with the temporary suspension of flights to Mexico due to the H1N1 virus, WestJet announced additions to other sun destinations from Calgary. WestJet ceases services due to Swine Flu
CANADA : In light of increased concern regarding the spread of the human swine influenza virus in Mexico, WestJet and WestJet Vacations will cease service to Cancun, Cabo San Lucas, Mazatlan, and Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, effective 04-May-09. Debido a la reciente preocupación surgida por el contagio del virus de la gripe porcina en México, WestJet y WestJet Vacations dejarán -el próximo 4 de mayo- de volar a Cancún, Cabo San Lucas, Mazatlán y Puerto Vallarta. WestJet sets new standard for service in Canada
CANADA : Executive Vice-President Bob Cummings announces The WestJet Care-antee is a set of promises we vow to uphold in good times and bad,,It's a very public commitment to our guests that we will continue to deliver exceptional service and value, especially now when they need it most.So many things are changing right now and people are uncertain about what they can expect from the companies they deal with in their lives,. WestJet announces March load factor of 81.9 percent
CANADA : Airline increases first quarter revenue passenger miles by 5.1% with a load factor of 81.9%. Revenue passenger miles (RPM) increased 0.6% year over year and capacity, measured in available seat miles (ASM), grew 6.3% over the same period. WestJet to present at National Bank Financial Transportation and Logistics Conference
CANADA : WestJet Executive Vice-President of Finance and CFO Vito Culmone will be presenting at National Bank Financial Inc.'s Fourth Annual Transportation and Logistics Conference on 24-Mar-09, in Toronto. WestJet announces Feb-09 traffic results
CANADA : WestJet announced (04-Mar-09) February traffic results with a load factor of 82.6%. Revenue passenger miles (RPM) increased 5.5% year over year and capacity, measured in available seat miles (ASM), grew 5.7% over the same period. Westjet and SITA launches successful testing of Common Use Passenger Processing System
CANADA : After 4-years of research and development, aviation IT specialist, SITA, has announced successful testing of a breakthrough new technology for common use passenger processing in a live airport environment. Westjet announces summer schedule enhancements
CANADA : WestJet announced (26-Feb-09) a number of summer schedule enhancements, including non-stop service from Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Toronto and Montreal to select sun destinations in Mexico, the Dominican Republic and Florida. Westjet welcomes Barry Jackson to Board of Directors
CANADA : WestJet announced (24-Feb-09) the immediate appointment of Barry Jackson to its Board of Directors. Barry Jackson is the current Chair of TransCanada Corporation and a Director of Nexen Inc. and Laricina Energy Ltd. Mr. Jackson has worked in the oil and gas industry since 1974, most recently as President, CEO and a Director of Crestar Energy Inc. Mr. Jackson is a professional engineer who obtained his bachelor of science in engineering from the University of Calgary. Westjet signs full-content agreement with Sabre Travel Network
CANADA : WestJet has signed a multi-year, full-content agreement with Sabre Travel Network to enhance the airline’s global distribution capabilities. WestJet recently selected Sabre Airline Solutions’ SabreSonic Customer Sales and Service (CSS) as its reservations host-provider. This move further enhances the carrier’s ability to provide access to its full range of products and services through the efficiency of the Sabre global distribution system (GDS). Westjet and Transat agree to terminate air transportation agreement
CANADA : Transat AT and have mutually and amiably agreed to terminate an air transportation agreement initially contracted in 2003 and set to expire in 2010. The termination will take effect at the end of the current winter season on 10-May-09. Westjet announces fourth quarter results
CANADA : WestJet announced (11-Feb-09) fourth quarter and year-end financial results for 2008. The airline reported fourth quarter net earnings of CAD40.8 million, or 32 cents per diluted share, and full-yearnet earnings CAD178.1 million, or CAD1.37 per diluted share. WestJet reports Jan-09 traffic results
CANADA : WestJet announced (04-Feb-09) strong January traffic results with a record January load factor of 76.8%. Revenue passenger miles (RPM) increased 10.3% year over year and capacity, measured in available seat miles (ASM), grew 9.4% over the same period. WestJet to launch Ottawa-Cancun service
CANADA : WestJet announced (27-Jan-09) the launch of a limited time, non-stop service between Ottawa and Cancun, Mexico beginning 04-Mar-09. Bob Cummings, WestJet Executive Vice-President of Guest Experience and Marketing said, Our loyal guests in the Ottawa-Gatineau region are about to get a double dose of WestJet fun. In February, our WestJetters celebrate Winterlude at the Fun 'n Festival Zone, and in March, we launch a weekly route to Cancun for Ottawans looking to spend a well-deserved spring break on the beaches of Mexico. WestJet designated to operate scheduled services between Ottawa and Cancun, Mexico
CANADA : Canada's Transport Minister, John Baird announced (14-Jan-09) that WestJet Airlines Ltd. has been designated to operate scheduled international air services between Ottawa and Cancun, Mexico. WestJet launches Winnepeg-Orlando service
CANADA : WestJet announced (12-Jan-09) the launch of a limited-time non-stop route between Winnipeg and Orlando, Florida, beginning 04-Feb-09. Bob Cummings, WestJet Executive Vice-President of Guest Experience and Marketing said, Winnipeg has been loyal to WestJet, so when we saw the opportunity to introduce weekly flights to Orlando, we jumped on it. I hope Winnipeggers take advantage of this limited-time service to escape the winter blues, enjoy a well-deserved spring break and take the family to Walt Disney World. WestJet reports Dec-08 traffic
CANADA : WestJet announced (07-Jan-09) December traffic results with a record load factor of 80.9% for the month. Revenue passenger miles increased 12.8% while capacity, measured in available seat miles, grew 10.6%. In the month of December, over 90,000 additional guests flew with the airline than in Dec-07. WestJet and Southwest sign codeshare MoU
CANADA : WestJet Airlines announced (24-Dec-08) that WestJet and Southwest Airlines have executed the definitive agreement that will allow the two airlines to deliver code-sharing capability in late 2009. A Memorandum of Understanding between the airlines was announced on 07-Jul-08. WestJet expands services for Summer schedule
CANADA : WestJet announced (17-Dec-08) the addition of four new seasonal destinations and new seasonal non-stop service to many Canadian and U.S. cities as part of its 2009 Summer schedule. WestJet launches Calgary-Kamloops services
CANADA : WestJet launched (15-Dec-08) new non-stop service to Kamloops, B.C., its seventh B.C. destination. Bob Cummings, WestJet Executive Vice-President of Guest Experience and Marketing said, This is an important day for both WestJet and Kamloops as we start our new service and bring our award-winning guest experience to the people of Kamloops and surrounding area.” WestJet launches new feature for online bookings
CANADA : WestJet added (11-Dec-08) a new feature to the booking portion of its web site to show guests how many seats remain at a certain price or on specific flight. The seats remaining feature will show guests when there are nine or fewer seats left at a fare level or on the aircraft itself. WestJet announce partnership with Mokulele Airlines
CANADA : WestJet announced (08-Dec-08) a partnership with Mokulele Airlines, an inter-island airline based in Kona, Hawaii. The partnership, designed to enhance service for inter-island travellers, follows an announcement last month by WestJet that the airline was increasing their Hawaiian service to 23 flights per week. WestJet to launch new service from Winnipeg
CANADA : WestJet announced (27-Nov-08) the introduction of new non-stop seasonal service from Winnipeg to two international sun destinations in Mexico Mazatlan and Puerto Vallarta. Weekly service to Mazatlan will commence 06-Jan-09. Weekly flights to Puerto Vallarta begin 08-Jan-09. Service on both routes is planned to end in late March or early April. WestJet offers special fares to Toronto
CANADA : WestJet announced (20-Nov-08) fares from USD79 one-way for guests travelling from Quebec City to Toronto. This fare is available for purchase until midnight on 26-Nov-08, for travel until 28-Feb-09. WestJet reports Oct-08 traffic
CANADA : WestJet has released (11-Nov-08) October traffic statistics announcing a load factor of 75.8%. This was accompanied by an increase in revenue passenger miles (RPMs) of 9.5% and growth in capacity, measured in available seat miles (ASMs), of 12.9%. oneworld links up with WestJet
CANADA : oneworld is linking up with WestJet to help businesses throughout Canada make their budgets for worldwide travel stretch as far as possible. Their new canadaconnect corporate travel programme combines WestJet's Canadian network with oneworld's transborder and international reach to offer companies across Canada special rates on their business air travel right around the globe with some of the airlines in the world. WestJet offers free flights on Halloween
CANADA : WestJet announced (28-Oct-08) that it will offer free flights on Halloween for guests with the last names Candy, Orange, Web or Webb, and Sweet. Guests with those surnames will pay applicable fees and taxes only for flights booked before midnight 30-Oct-08, MT, for travel anywhere in Canada on Halloween, 31-Oct-08. WestJet reports September load factor of 75.5%
CANADA : WestJet released September traffic statistics, announcing a load factor of 75.5%. This was accompanied by an increase in revenue passenger miles of 11.0% and growth in capacity, measured in available seat miles, of 15.8%. WestJet moves to T1 at McCarran Airport
CANADA : WestJet announced that it will be moving its operations at McCarran International Airport in Las Vegas (LAS) from Terminal 2 to Terminal 1. WestJet eliminates fuel surcharge
CANADA : WestJet honoured its commitment to monitor the fuel environment and remove the fuel surcharge if and when the price of fuel subsided. WestJet announces all-time record load factor of 88.4%
CANADA : WestJet released August traffic statistics, announcing a 12-year record-high load factor of 88.4%. This was accompanied by a 22.4% increase in revenue passenger miles and growth in capacity, measured in available seat miles, of 21.9%. WestJet gives Ronald McDonald House Charities of Canada wings
CANADA : Ronald McDonald House Charities(R) of Canada and WestJet announced a new initiative whereby WestJet will donate flights to the charity, which is dedicated to helping children with serious illnesses or disabilities and their families lead happier and healthier lives. WestJet reports July load factor of 79.7%
CANADA : WestJet announced Jul-08 traffic statistics with a load factor of 79.7%, capacity measured in available seat miles of 1.558 billion and revenue passenger miles of 1.242 billion. WestJet reports second quarter results
CANADA : WestJet announced second quarter net earnings of USD30.2 million. This compared to USD 11.5 million reported in the second quarter of 2007. Year to date, net earnings in 2008 were USD 82.7 million compared to USD 41.4 million earned in the same six months of 2007. WestJet expands capacity
CANADA : WestJet and WestJet Vacations announced the introduction of seasonal non-stop service to two new international sun destinations in Mexico: Cancun and Puerto Vallarta. Southwest Airlines and WestJet take first step toward codeshare partnership
CANADA : Southwest Airlines announced its intention to build a codeshare partnership with Canadian carrier WestJet. The two airlines have completed the first step in creating a relationship that will eventually allow the carriers to offer Customers a seamless travel experience to a wide array of destinations. WestJet expands international network with two new destinations
CANADA : WestJet is expanding its international network with the introduction of seasonal non-stop service to two new international destinations in the Caribbean: Bridgetown, Barbados and La Romana, Dominican Republic. These new destinations are part of WestJet's expanded Winter schedule, which will also include new service to Cancun and Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, from various cities across Canada. WestJet will announce schedule details for the new Mexican destinations shortly. WestJet comments on Canadian Government’s designation for Mexico
CANADA : WestJet commented on the federal government's granting of designation for WestJet to provide increased scheduled service to Mexico. Sean Durfy, WestJet President and Chief Executive Officer, said these designations are a continuing expression of the government's confidence in WestJet to provide Canadians with high-value, low-cost travel, This announcement today is another step forward in our strategic plan, which includes significant international expansion. WestJet Announces May 2008 Load Factor of 79.5%
CANADA : WestJet announced May traffic results showing a load factor of 79.5% on a capacity increase of 20.1%, measured in available seat miles. As a result, almost 100,000 more guests flew with the airline year-on-year. Revenue passenger miles were up more than 19%. WestJet Adds Second Daily Flight to Quebec City
CANADA : WestJet announced the addition of a second daily non-stop flight between Quebec City and Toronto. Starting 17-May-08, WestJet will operate one daily flight between Quebec City and Toronto and starting 02-Nov-08, it will increase to two flights daily. WestJet Offers 400-Cent Fare for 400 Years
CANADA : In celebration of Quebec City's 400th birthday, airline offers commemorative fare of 400-cents each way on inaugural flight WestJet announced a three-day 400-cent ($4) airfare sale for guests travelling on the inaugural flight between Toronto and Quebec City on 17-May-08. WestJet Celebrates First Anniversary in Saint John
CANADA : Airline offers guests extra 10 per cent off any summer travel bookings originating in Saint John. In celebration of one year of service in Saint John, WestJet announced a four-day 10 per cent off anniversary sale for Saint John guests booking summer travel. WestJet Introduces Fuel Surcharge
CANADA : WestJet announced the introduction of a fuel surcharge of CAD20, CAD30 and CAD45 on all short, medium and long-haul flights effective 13-May-08. WestJet Announces April Load Factor of 82.5 Per Cent
CANADA : WestJet announced April traffic results with a load factor of 82.5%. This was accompanied by a capacity increase of 21.1%, and an improvement in revenue passenger miles of 20.5%. WestJet Announces New Date for Inaugural Flight to Quebec City
CANADA : WestJet announced a new date for its inaugural flight from Toronto to Quebec City. WestJet’s inaugural daily non-stop service to Quebec City will now depart on 17-May-08. WestJet Reports Record First Quarter Results
CANADA : WestJet announced record first quarter net earnings of CAD52.5 million, a 75.9% increase over the CAD29.9 million in the first quarter of 2007. First quarter revenue was CAD599.3 million compared to CAD470.7 million in the first quarter of 2007, an improvement of 27.3%. Operating margin for the quarter was 13.8%. WestJet introduces Guardian Fare in place of Unaccompanied Minor Programme
CANADA : WestJet announced the introduction of a Guardian Fare to replace its Unaccompanied Minor Programme. The Guardian Fare will allow parents or guardians to escort minors, at a substantially reduced rate. WestJet announces a record March load factor of 86.6%
CANADA : WestJet announced Mar-08 traffic results with a record load factor of 86.6%. This was accompanied by a capacity increase of 19.6%, and an improvement in revenue passenger miles of 21.7%. WestJet and AIR MILES renew multi-year agreement
CANADA : WestJet Airlines and AIR MILES announced a multi-year renewal agreement, reaffirming WestJet's Reward partnership with the AIR MILES Reward Programme, providing AIR MILES Collectors with the ability to redeem rewards for WestJet flights. WestJet announces April Fool’s Day press release
CANADA : WestJet announced an April Fool’s Day press release, announcing plans to introduce sleeper cabins in the overhead compartment onboard its fleet of 73 Boeing 737 Next-Generation aircraft for a an additional charge of USD. WestJet will be the first Canadian carrier to fly to Newark Airport from Calgary
CANADA : WestJet announced the introduction of its new seasonal non-stop service from Calgary to New York City via Newark International Airport. The new daily service via Newark Airport, which will commence on 02-Jun-08, makes WestJet the first Canadian carrier to operate to Newark Airport from Calgary. WestJet approved to operate to Barbados
CANADA : The Minister of Transport, Infrastructure and Communities, the Honourable Lawrence Cannon, announced that WestJet has been approved to operate scheduled international air services between Canada and Barbados. WestJet announces record February load factor of 82.8%
CANADA : WestJet announced Feb-08 traffic results with a record load factor of 82.8%. This was accompanied by a capacity increase of 18.2%, and an improvement in revenue passenger miles of 19.0%. WestJet fares now available through Expedia
CANADA : WestJet announced the expansion of its partnership with Expedia, allowing all of WestJet's published fares, schedules and inventory to be available to travellers in the US through Expedia. WestJet celebrates twelfth birthday with USD12 sale on Eastern Triangle services
CANADA : WestJet announced its twelfth birthday celebrations with the launch of a one-day USD12 sale on WestJet’s Eastern Triangle services. Parents to fly free with WestJet Vacations
CANADA : WestJet Vacations announced plans to offer parents to fly for free for every child that flies to Disneyland Resort in California or the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida as part of a WestJet Vacations package. WestJet 4Q07 earnings a record high
CANADA : WestJet has announced a record 63.7% increase in fourth quarter and full-year 2007 earnings. The carrier's fourth quarter net earnings increased to CAD75.4 million from CAD26.7 million year-on-year. Canadian Transportation Agency forces Canadian airline to adopt ‘one-person-one-fare policy’ for persons with severe disabilities
CANADA : The Canadian Transportation Agency ruled that WestJet, Air Canada and Air Canada Jazz adopt a one-person-one-fare policy for persons with severe disabilities who travel within Canada by air. WestJet adds Toronto-Quebec City service in May-08
CANADA : WestJet announced plans to launch daily Toronto-Quebec City service on 18-Mar-08, coinciding with the celebration of the city's 400th birthday in 2008. The addition of Quebec City marks WestJet's 27th destination within Canada, connecting WestJet to over 25 million Canadians. WestJet selects Tizor to monitor and secure sensitive data for CSOX and PCI
CANADA : WestJet has implemented Tizor's Mantra solution to meet data auditing requirements for Canadian Sarbanes Oxley and the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard. WestJet Dec-07 traffic results cap off record fourth quarter and year
CANADA : (c) Centre for Asia Pacific Aviation: WestJet announced a record Dec-07 load factor of 79.3%. This was accompanied by 15.2% year-on-year capacity (ASMs) growth, and an increase in traffic (RPMs) of 17.1%. WestJet commences new service to the Caribbean and Mexico
CANADA : (c) Centre for Asia Pacific Aviation: WestJet on 10-Dec-07 launched the first of nine new seasonal routes to the Caribbean and Mexico, with the departure of the inaugural services to Montego Bay (Jamaica) from Toronto. WestJet reports record November load factor
CANADA : (c) Centre for Asia Pacific Aviation: WestJet announced a record November load factor of 75.6% in Nov-07, a 2.2 ppt year-on-year increase. Traffic (RPMs) increased 18.3% year-on-year, on a 14.8% capacity (ASM) increase. WestJet appoints Sean Durfy to its Board of Directors
CANADA : (CAPA) WestJet announced the appointment of Sean Durfy, President and CEO of WestJet, to its Board of Directors. WestJet reports record Oct-07 load factor of 78.1%
CANADA : (CAPA) WestJet announced a record Oct-07 load factor of 78.1%, 3.2 percentage points higher than in Oct-06. This was accompanied by a capacity increase of 15.6% and growth (RPMs) of 20.5%. WestJet and Edmonton International Airport launch flow-through check-in
CANADA : (CAPA) WestJet and Edmonton Airports have launched flow-through check-in at Edmonton International Airport. WestJet announces new Kelowna-Las Vegas service
CANADA : (CAPA) WestJet announced plans to introduce a new seasonal service from Kelowna (British Columbia) to Las Vegas (Nevada), beginning 07-Jan-08. The twice-weekly service will operate between Jan-08 and Apr-08. WestJet reports ninth consecutive month of record load factor; to further add to growing list of Sun destinations
CANADA : (CAPA) WestJet announced a ninth consecutive record load factor of 78.7%, a 3.5 ppt year-on-year increase. This was accompanied by a capacity (ASK) increase of 13% and revenue passenger mile (RPM) growth of 18%. WestJet welcomes Canadian Government's designation for St Lucia
CANADA : (CAPA) WestJet welcomed the Federal Government's decision to grant designation for WestJet to provide scheduled service to St Lucia. WestJet launches web check in for transborder and International services
CANADA : (CAPA) WestJet launched Web check in for passengers flying to and from scheduled transborder (US) and international destinations on 18-Sep-07. The airline launched Web check in for domestic services in Apr04. Now passengers travelling to any WestJet destination can check in online any time from 24 hours up to one hour before their flight. WestJet announces completion of FAA Airworthiness Directive
CANADA : (CAPA) WestJet announced it has completed the Airworthiness Directive issued by the Federal Aviation Authority as of 04-Sep-07. This directive required that all operators of Boeing Next-Generation 737 aircraft conduct both a visual inspection as well as a torque test for the main slat track downstop assemblies. Operators were given ten days from 28-Aug-07 for visual inspection and 24 days beginning 25-Aug-07 for the torque test. WestJet has completed both of these directives for its entire fleet of 67 aircraft within ten days. WestJet moves to Terminal 2 at LAX
CANADA : (CAPA) WestJet announced it will be moving its operations at Los Angeles International Airport from Terminal 3 to Terminal 2, effective 04-Sep-07. Terminal 2 offers more amenities, such as additional shopping and restaurant choices, and has more counters and gates to accommodate the airline's growing transborder operations. Airports across Canada adopt WestJet's Electronic Boarding Pass
CANADA : (CAPA) WestJet announced that from 24-Aug-07, electronic boarding passes will be accepted at all 26 Canadian airports at which the airline operates. WestJet is the first airline in North America to use the paperless format to check in and board guests. WestJet adds services to Mazatlan and San Jose del Cabo/Cabo San Lucas
CANADA : (CAPA) WestJet announced the introduction of seasonal services to two new international destinations in Mexico: Mazatlan from Calgary and Edmonton; and San Jose del Cabo/Cabo San Lucas from Vancouver, Calgary and Edmonton. These new destinations are part of WestJet's enhanced Winter schedule that also includes the addition of a new seasonal route from Vancouver to Kona, Hawaii. WestJet announces agreement with Boeing to purchase 20 additional aircraft
CANADA : (CAPA) WestJet announced it has signed an agreement with Boeing for the purchase of 20 Boeing 737 aircraft. Clive Beddoe steps down as WestJet CEO; continues as Executive Chairman
CANADA : (CAPA) WestJet announced that Clive Beddoe will be stepping down as CEO on 04-Sep-07. Sean Durfy will become President and CEO effective that same day. WestJet and Travelport agree to discontinue negotiations for aiRES Contract
CANADA : (CAPA) WestJet announced it has reached agreement with Travelport to discontinue negotiations on the amendment of the aiRES contract. As a result, WestJet will incur a non-cash write-down of USD30.0 million for the assets associated with WestJet's aiRES reservation system project. This write-down will be accounted for in the airline's quarterly results for the period ended 30-Jun-07. WestJet announces additional aircraft and debt financing
CANADA : (CAPA) WestJet announced it has finalized a term sheet with BOC Aviation Pte Ltd, formerly Singapore Aircraft Leasing Enterprise (SALE), for three B737 aircraft to be delivered in 2010. Details of the agreement include two Boeing 700-series aircraft scheduled for delivery in January and 2010 respectively and one Boeing 800-series aircraft to be delivered in May-10. Federal Government grants designation for WestJet to provide services to Mexico
CANADA : WestJet has been granted designation to operate scheduled service into San Jose del Cabo, Mazatlan, Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo and Manzanillo from Edmonton and Calgary, and to San Jose del Cabo and Manzanillo from Vancouver, effective immediately. WestJet announces May 2007 load factor
CANADA : (CAPA) WestJet announced its May 2007 load factor of 80.0%, exceeding May 2006 load factor by 3.1 percentage points and setting a record load factor for the month of May. WestJet adds three destinations.
CANADA : Calgary-based WestJet commenced seasonal non-stop service to three new destinations in Eastern Canada on 14-May-07. WestJet's Record April Load Factor, expands executive team
CANADA : WestJet has announced its April load factor of 82.8%, exceeding last year's April load factor of 78.5% and setting a new high for the month. April's results include a 16% increase in available seat miles and a 23% increase in revenue passenger miles. WestJet Announces Its Fifth Consecutive Quarter of Record Profit With Net Earnings of $29.9 Million
CANADA : WestJet (TSX:WJA) today announced its first quarter 2007 financial results. The airline reported record first quarter net earnings of $29.9 million compared to $12.9 million in the same period of 2006, an increase of 132 per cent. Diluted earnings per share of 23 cents for the quarter were up from 10 cents in 2006. WestJet Daytime Flights to Hawaii
CANADA : WestJet Airlines Ltd. has announced daytime flights to Hawaii from Vancouver to complement the existing winter schedule that begins November 4, 2007. WestJet Adds Several Daily Flights
CANADA : 13-Apr-07 - Calgary-based WestJet Airlines Ltd. is adding daily flights from Vancouver, British Columbia to several destinations in response to increased demand for additional flights after Harmony Airways' announcement to cease operations to these popular destinations. WestJet Announces Its Highest March Load Factor in History
CANADA : WestJet (TSX:WJA) today announced a March load factor of 85.2 per cent - a record high for the month. Results for March include an 18 per cent increase in available seat miles over March last year, demonstrating the airline's continued ability to add capacity and stimulate demand. WestJet's year-to-date load factor of 81.1 per cent marks a record first quarter, a significant achievement in a quarter where capacity increased 19% per cent. WestJet Plans for 13 Per Cent Capacity Growth for 2007
CANADA : CALGARY, ALBERTA--(CCNMatthews - March 29, 2007) - WestJet (TSX:WJA) today clarified comments made at the National Bank Financial Transportation and Logistics Conference held yesterday in Toronto. Speaking at the conference, WestJet's President Sean Durfy has been quoted by media as saying the airline's seat capacity could rise 19 per cent for 2007. WestJet Announces Preferred Airline Partnership With Wal-Mart
CANADA : ALGARY, ALBERTA--(CCNMatthews - March 21, 2007) - WestJet (TSX:WJA) is pleased to announce it is now the preferred, Canadian airline for Wal-Mart Stores Inc. (NYSE:WMT), the world's largest retailer. WestJet secured the landmark customer by offering a strong value proposition and providing attractive, low-cost airfares in conjunction with superior service. WestJet to buyback two million shares
CANADA : WestJet Airlines announced plans to make a normal course issuer bid to purchase up to two million common or variable voting shares, representing approximately 1.5% of the airline's currently issued and outstanding stock. WestJet Launches Booking Engine for People With Vision Loss
CANADA : CALGARY, ALBERTA--(CCNMatthews - March 1, 2007) - WestJet (TSX:WJA) today announced the launch of their online booking engine for people with vision loss. Guests with vision loss who use screen reading software can now book flights more easily at westjet.com. WestJet's Fleet Expanding to 85 Aircraft in 2009
CANADA : WestJet finalizes term sheet for two additional aircraft CALGARY, ALBERTA--(CCNMatthews - Feb. 28, 2007) - WestJet (TSX:WJA) today announced that it has finalized a term sheet with Singapore Aircraft Leasing Enterprise (SALE) for two Boeing Next-Generation 737 aircraft to be delivered in 2009. Details of the agreement include one 700-series and one 800-series aircraft scheduled for delivery in November and December 2009. WestJet Announces Record Year-End Results
CANADA : WestJet has announced its fourth quarter and full year financial results for 2006. WestJet Operational Results For 2006
CANADA : Calgary-based WestJet has announced its operational performance measures for 2006 - achieving top-five North American status in three key measures: on-time performance (2nd), completion (2nd) and baggage handling (4th). WestJet Welcomes Vito Culmone as New Executive Vice-President, Finance and Chief Financial Officer
CANADA : CALGARY, ALBERTA--(CCNMatthews - Jan. 22, 2007) - WestJet (TSX:WJA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Vito Culmone to the position of Executive Vice-President, Finance and Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Mr. Culmone will join WestJet March 1, 2007, having previously held the position of Vice-President, Commercial Finance with Molson Canada. WestJet appoints new VP of WestJet Vacations
CANADA : WestJet Airlines appointed (29-Nov-06) John Hamilton as VP, WestJet Vacations, a wholly-owned subsidiary or the carrier offering customised vacation packages. WestJet increases frequencies to holiday destinations
CANADA : WestJet announced plans to increase frequencies on services from Toronto to holiday destinations WestJet signs lease agreement for five B737s
CANADA : WestJet finalised a leasing agreement with Singapore Aircraft Leasing Enterprise for five B737 aircraft. WestJet expands winter schedule
CANADA : WestJet announced plans (30-Oct-06) to expand its Winter schedule, launching new services from Canada to holiday WestJet to open airport lounges.
CANADA : WestJet Airlines announced (22-Jun-06) it entered a partnership with Penauille Servisair to provide WestJet Lounges at Canadian airports. |
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