Onex Partners and WestJet have finalised the sale of minority equity stakes in the Canadian carrier to Delta Air Lines, Korean Air, and Air France-KLM. The sale marks a new chapter in WestJet’s international partnerships while keeping control with Onex Partners, the private equity platform of Onex Corporation. The transaction, first announced on May 9, […]
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WestJet has announced a major investment in its on-board guest experience with the introduction of a new cabin interior and enhanced amenities. The airline aims to create a cohesive look and feel across its aircraft that previously offered only economy seating. As part of the upgrade, Premium seating will now be added to these planes,
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Boeing and WestJet have announced that the Canadian airline will purchase 67 additional Boeing aircraft—comprising 60 737-10 jets with, options for 25 more, along with seven 787-9 jets,with options for four more—bringing its confirmed order to 123 as it expands its fleet and both domestic and international networks. “With the addition of these aircraft, WestJet
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Delta Air Lines and Korean Air will deepen their respective partnerships with WestJet by acquiring minority equity stakes in the Canadian airline from Onex Partners, a Canadian investment and alternative asset management firm. Affiliated funds and co-investors of the Onex Group are also expected to participate in the sale alongside Onex Partners. These investments build
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Trax, a global provider of paperless aviation maintenance and engineering software, has announced the successful transition of WestJet to a paperless and mobile fleet maintenance operation. This achievement is part of WestJet’s ongoing digital transformation journey, supported by Trax’ advanced software solutions. WestJet has implemented the web-based eMRO version along with multiple eMobility apps—hosted on
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The WestJet Group has announced the acquisition of three more Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft from SMBC Aviation Capital. This addition comes on top of the six new Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft announced earlier this summer. Mike Scott, Executive Vice-President and Chief Financial Officer of WestJet Group, expressed enthusiasm about the fleet expansion, highlighting
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BOC Aviation has placed three used Boeing 737-8 aircraft with longstanding customer the WestJet Group (WestJet). All three aircraft are powered by CFM LEAP-1B engines and are scheduled for delivery in 2024. “We are delighted to welcome WestJet, one of Canada’s major airlines, back to our customer base. This deal is a testament to our
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The WestJet Group and the Aircraft Mechanics Fraternal Association (AMFA), the certified union representing WestJet Aircraft Maintenance Engineers, have announced they have reached a tentative accord on the first collective bargaining agreement between the organisations. Both parties now await the ratification vote to be put forward to membership.Both parties now await the ratification vote to
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WestJet has achieved a significant milestone in its mission to attain net-zero emissions by 2050 with the procurement of the first sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) supplied in Canada by Shell Aviation. This achievement underscores WestJet’s commitment to advancing sustainability within the aviation industry, marking a notable stride towards making Canada’s air travel sector more environmentally
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WestJet has announced the appointment of Travis Brassington to the role of Vice-President, Group Safety. With more than ten years’ experience working across various flight operation functions at the WestJet Group, Brassington will join WestJet’s operational leadership team effective immediately. Brassington joined WestJet in 2011 after more than 20 years in the Royal Canadian Air Force
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