Air Canada has announced it will begin restoring its flight network starting this evening, August 19, after reaching an agreement with the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE), the union representing its 10,000 flight attendants. The deal ends a service disruption that had grounded the entire fleet of the airline and its subsidiary Air Canada Rouge since August 16.The agreement was reached through a mediation process overseen by renowned labor arbitrator William Kaplan. A key condition for initiating the talks was the union's commitment to an immediate return to work for its members, thus allowing the complex process of getting Canada's largest airline back in the air to begin.The three-day shutdown, occurring during the peak summer travel season in the Northern Hemisphere, caused widespread disruption to the travel plans of tens of thousands of passengers. In this regard, Michael Rousseau, President and Chief Executive Officer of Air Canada, regretted "the impact on them of this labour disruption" and asked for patience, acknowledging that a full operational recovery is a complex undertaking. "Full restoration may require a week or more, so we ask for our customers’ patience and understanding over the coming days," Rousseau added, assuring that all company staff are working to get passengers traveling soon.<blockquote><h3>What Passengers Need to Know</h3>When is Air Canada flying again? The first flights are scheduled for the evening of August 19, but operations will be limited.Is my flight confirmed? The airline urges passengers to check their flight's status on aircanada.com or the mobile app before heading to the airport. Only those with confirmed, operating flights should go.What if my flight was canceled? Air Canada is offering full refunds, credit for future travel, or the option to be rebooked on other airlines, although it warns that availability is limited.How long until service is back to normal? The company estimates it will take between seven to ten days to stabilize its flight schedule, as aircraft and crews are out of their usual positions.</blockquote>The details of the tentative agreement will remain confidential until the ratification process by the union members is completed. According to Air Canada, no strikes or lockouts are possible during this period, which allows customers to plan, book, and travel with certainty.The labor dispute, whose specific causes were not officially detailed, is in line with a global industry trend where unions are seeking improved wages and working conditions following the recovery in travel demand.<h3>Affected Flights in Latin America and the Caribbean</h3>This Tuesday, Air Canada had 21 flights scheduled to 14 cities in Latin America and the Caribbean:<ul><li>Montreal - Punta Cana</li><li>Montreal - Mexico City</li><li>Montreal - São Paulo</li><li>Montreal - Fort-de-France</li><li>Montreal - Cancún</li><li>Montreal - Bogotá</li><li>Vancouver - Mexico City</li><li>Vancouver - Cancún</li><li>Toronto - St. Lucia</li><li>Toronto - San José, Costa Rica</li><li>Toronto - Punta Cana</li><li>Toronto - Providenciales</li><li>Toronto - Monterrey</li><li>Toronto - Mexico City</li><li>Toronto - Montego Bay</li><li>Toronto - Kingston</li><li>Toronto - São Paulo/Guarulhos - Buenos Aires</li><li>Toronto - Cancún</li><li>Toronto - Bridgetown</li></ul>This represents up to 4,000 affected passengers (or 8,000 when considering the return flights to Canada).Since Saturday the 16th, more than 70 Air Canada flights in Latin America and the Caribbean were canceled, affecting nearly 40,000 passengers.<figure class="image"><img src="https://aviacionlinecdn.eleco.com.ar/media/2025/08/red_de_air_canada_en_latinoamerica_y_el_caribe_agosto_2025_cirium_schedule_mapper.jpg" alt="Red de Air Canada en Latinoamérica y el Caribe - Agosto 2025 (Cirium Schedule Mapper)"><figcaption>Red de Air Canada en Latinoamérica y el Caribe - Agosto 2025 (Cirium Schedule Mapper)</figcaption></figure>

Air Canada Takes Flight Again: Reaches Agreement with Flight Attendants and Begins Gradual Resumption of Operations

The Government of Canada announced on Saturday its decision to intervene in the strike initiated by Air Canada's cabin crews, requesting the Canada Industrial Relations Board (CIRB) to impose binding arbitration to resolve the deadlocked contract dispute. The move comes after the country's largest airline canceled nearly all of its 700 daily flights, stranding more than 100,000 travelers.<section class="noteSuggested" data-id="41077" data-title="Puede interesarte"></section>The strike, led by the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE), began in the early hours of Saturday, August 16, following months of unsuccessful negotiations. The airline, anticipating the action, suspended its operations and advised passengers against coming to airports.Jobs Minister Patty Hajdu stated at a news conference, "This is not a decision that I've taken lightly, but the potential for immediate negative impact on Canadians and our economy is simply too great." Hajdu emphasized that while the government prefers negotiated settlements, the current impasse showed that the parties would not reach a solution soon enough to spare the economy further damage.The most contentious issue in the negotiations is the union's demand for its more than 10,000 members to be compensated for time spent on the ground performing operational duties, such as passenger boarding or waiting between flights. Currently, flight attendants are only paid when the aircraft is in motion.In addition to this claim, there is a disagreement over the general wage increase. Air Canada offered a 38% increase in total compensation over four years, while the union is seeking parity with the conditions achieved by their colleagues at Air Transat, who secured a 30% compounded increase over five years, making them the highest-paid in the Canadian industry.<blockquote><h4>Key Questions About the Air Canada Strike</h4>Why are they on strike? Primarily to demand payment for work time on the ground, such as boarding, which is currently unpaid.How many flights were canceled? Air Canada suspended nearly 700 daily flights, affecting over 100,000 passengers.What is binding arbitration? It is a process where a neutral third party (an arbitrator appointed by the CIRB) imposes a binding contractual solution on both parties, thus ending the strike.When will flights resume? Air Canada estimates it will need four to five days to fully resume operations once the CIRB orders an end to the strike.</blockquote>&nbsp;<h4>Mixed Reactions</h4>The union's response to the government's intervention was swift and sharp. In a statement, CUPE claimed, "The Liberal government is rewarding Air Canada's refusal to negotiate fairly by giving them exactly what they wanted."Henly Larden, a CUPE vice-president and Air Canada flight attendant, called the government's move "incredibly disgusting" from Vancouver airport, urging the airline to "come and join us in good faith and address the matters that really resonate with our members."For its part, Air Canada stated that "it is premature to comment as the CIRB process is underway." The Canadian Chamber of Commerce, however, supported the government's action, calling it "the right decision" to protect the economy and passengers.The strike will continue until the Industrial Relations Board issues the arbitration order, a process that union sources say could take several days. Meanwhile, the operations of Air Canada's regional affiliates, such as Air Canada Jazz and PAL Airlines, are operating as usual.

Canadian Government Moves to End Air Canada Strike, Seeks Binding Arbitration

SKY has announced the signing of a new interline agreement with Air Canada. This strategic alliance, effective immediately, allows the North American airline's passengers to access more than 30 destinations operated by SKY in Chile, Peru, and other locations in the region.Starting today, travelers can purchase tickets through Air Canada's sales channels that include combined itineraries. Passengers arriving on Air Canada flights at Santiago (SCL) and Lima (LIM) airports will be able to seamlessly connect to SKY's extensive route network.In Chile, SKY's domestic network includes high-demand destinations such as Puerto Montt, Puerto Natales, Concepción, Calama, and Antofagasta. Similarly, from Lima, travelers can access key points in Peru like Cusco, Arequipa, Trujillo, and Iquitos.&nbsp;The agreement also covers international destinations operated by the low-cost carrier from Santiago, including Mendoza and Bariloche in Argentina, and Montevideo in Uruguay.<blockquote>What is an interline agreement?An interline agreement allows two or more airlines to handle passengers and their baggage on a single ticket. For the traveler, this simplifies the purchasing process and ensures their checked baggage is automatically transferred from one flight to the next until the final destination, without the need to collect and re-check it at the connecting airport.</blockquote>Julio Solar, SKY's Routes and Alliances Manager, stated that "together with Air Canada, we strengthen our purpose of making the sky available to everyone, uniting our region with North America, where our partners have a solid presence." Solar added that through its sales channels, "Air Canada will offer SKY's network, integrating different cities to combine two of the main airline networks on the continent."This move is crucial for both companies. For Air Canada, a founding member of Star Alliance, it represents an expansion of its reach in the Southern Cone, offering its customers destinations it does not serve directly and competing more effectively with other airlines that have established domestic networks in the region.For SKY, the agreement is essential for capturing long-haul traffic from North America, feeding its regional network with a steady stream of passengers. This alliance joins those SKY already maintains with other international airlines such as TAP, Air France, KLM, Air Europa, and Aerolíneas Argentinas, consolidating its business model as an independent carrier that collaborates with players from different global alliances.

SKY and Air Canada Forge Agreement to Enhance Connectivity Between North and South America

Air Transat to Land in Brazil: Announces Non-Stop Flights to Rio de Janeiro from Toronto and Montreal

T’Way Air inauguró sus vuelos sin escalas entre Seúl-Incheon (ICN) y el Aeropuerto Internacional de Vancouver (YVR), con una frecuencia de cuatro veces por semana.&nbsp;La aerolínea compite en este segmento con compañías full service como Air Canada y Korean Air. Es la primera vez que T’Way Air incursiona en el mercado transpacífico, convirtiéndose además en la segunda aerolínea surcoreana en volar a Canadá.El vuelo inaugural se realizó el 12 de julio, operado con con un avión Airbus A330-300 con capacidad para 347 pasajeros. Esta ruta se suma a los servicios intercontinentales de la compañía hacia París-Charles de Gaulle, Roma-Fiumicino, Barcelona, Frankfurt, Zagreb y Sídney.&nbsp;La incorporación de Vancouver reforzará la conectividad entre Corea del Sur y el oeste de Canadá, ampliando las opciones de viaje para los pasajeros y generando mayores oportunidades en el transporte de carga.La aerolínea ofrecerá aproximadamente 2.700 asientos semanales a tarifas más bajas, posicionándose como una opción ideal para turistas, profesionales y quienes visitan familiares o amigos. Se estima que la nueva conexión contribuirá con 20,8 millones de dólares a la economía de Columbia Británica, estimulando la creación de empleos en sectores como aviación, hostelería, logística y turismo.T’Way Air también facilitará el transporte de mercancías de alto valor, incluyendo productos electrónicos, farmacéuticos, mariscos y tecnologías limpias. El aumento en la capacidad de carga permitirá a los exportadores canadienses un mejor acceso a los mercados asiáticos.

Long-haul low-cost: T’Way Air comienza su primera ruta transpacífica

T’Way Air comienza su primera ruta transpacífica

Porter Airlines is expanding its international footprint for the winter 2025 season, launching new direct flights from Toronto-Pearson, Ottawa, and Hamilton to vacation destinations in Costa Rica, Mexico, and the Caribbean.The Canadian airline becomes the only carrier connecting Ottawa with Grand Cayman (GCM) and Liberia/Guanacaste (LIR), and Hamilton with Puerto Vallarta (PVR) and Nassau (NAS). The expansion complements the network of its partner Air Transat, offering travelers more choice and convenience.All flights will be operated with Embraer E195-E2 aircraft, configured with 132 all-economy seats and featuring free Wi-Fi, snacks, and complimentary beverages.New route schedule:• Toronto – Cancún (CUN): daily service from November 5, 2025 • Ottawa – Cancún: three weekly flights from December 17, 2025 • Hamilton – Cancún: four weekly flights from December 17, 2025 • Toronto – Puerto Vallarta: three weekly flights from November 14, 2025 • Ottawa – Puerto Vallarta: two weekly flights from December 13, 2025 • Hamilton – Puerto Vallarta: two weekly flights from December 18, 2025 • Toronto – Nassau: one weekly flight from November 26, 2025 • Ottawa – Nassau: one weekly flight from December 13, 2025 • Hamilton – Nassau: two weekly flights from December 14, 2025 • Toronto – Grand Cayman: three weekly flights from December 16, 2025 • Ottawa – Grand Cayman: one weekly flight from December 19, 2025 • Toronto – Liberia/Guanacaste: three weekly flights from December 4, 2025 • Ottawa – Liberia/Guanacaste: two weekly flights from December 17, 2025“With these first international routes beyond Canada and the U.S., we’re taking a major step in delivering our award-winning service to more exotic destinations,” said Kevin Jackson, President of Porter Airlines.

Canadian airline expands in Latin America with 13 new routes

Porter Airlines amplía su oferta internacional para la temporada de invierno con nuevos vuelos directos desde Toronto-Pearson, Ottawa y Hamilton hacia destinos vacacionales en Costa Rica, México y el Caribe.La aerolínea canadiense se consolida como la única en conectar Ottawa con Grand Cayman (GCM) y Liberia/Guanacaste (LIR), así como Hamilton con Puerto Vallarta (PVR) y Nassau (NAS). Esta expansión complementa la red de su socio Air Transat, ofreciendo más opciones y comodidad a los viajeros.Los servicios operarán con aviones Embraer E195-E2 de 132 asientos en clase única, e incluirán Wi‑Fi gratuito, refrigerios y bebidas de cortesía.Cronograma de las nuevas rutas:<ul><li>Toronto – Cancún (CUN): vuelo diario desde el 5 de noviembre de 2025</li><li>Ottawa – Cancún: tres frecuencias semanales desde el 17 de diciembre de 2025</li><li>Hamilton – Cancún: cuatro frecuencias semanales desde el 17 de diciembre de 2025</li><li>Toronto – Puerto Vallarta: tres vuelos semanales desde el 14 de noviembre de 2025</li><li>Ottawa – Puerto Vallarta: dos vuelos semanales desde el 13 de diciembre de 2025</li><li>Hamilton – Puerto Vallarta: dos vuelos semanales desde el 18 de diciembre de 2025</li><li>Toronto – Nassau: un vuelo semanal desde el 26 de noviembre de 2025</li><li>Ottawa – Nassau: un vuelo semanal desde el 13 de diciembre de 2025</li><li>Hamilton – Nassau: dos vuelos semanales desde el 14 de diciembre de 2025</li><li>Toronto – Grand Cayman: tres vuelos semanales desde el 16 de diciembre de 2025</li><li>Ottawa – Grand Cayman: un vuelo semanal desde el 19 de diciembre de 2025</li><li>Toronto – Liberia/Guanacaste: tres vuelos semanales desde el 4 de diciembre de 2025</li><li>Ottawa – Liberia/Guanacaste: dos vuelos semanales desde el 17 de diciembre de 2025</li></ul>“Con estas primeras rutas internacionales fuera de Canadá y EE. UU., damos un gran paso para que más viajeros disfruten de nuestro servicio galardonado en destinos exóticos”, afirmó Kevin Jackson, presidente de Porter Airlines.<section class="noteSuggested" data-id="39502" data-title="Puede interesarte"></section>

Aerolínea canadiense crece en Latinoamérica con 13 nuevas rutas

The Monterrey International Airport has regained nonstop connectivity with Canada following the launch of Air Canada’s direct flight from Toronto, which resumed operations on June 14. The route currently operates three times per week and will increase to four weekly flights during peak travel seasons.According to airport operator OMA (Grupo Aeroportuario Centro Norte), the connection reinforces Monterrey’s role as a strategic hub in northern Mexico and responds to growing travel demand across business, tourism, and investment sectors. “The return of this route with regular service reflects the economic momentum of Nuevo León and our shared vision with Air Canada to strategically link Monterrey to the world’s key business and investment centers,” said Abelardo Muñoz, Director of Aviation Development at OMA. “It creates a direct bridge to new opportunities for the Monterrey and Mexican industry.”The flights are operated with Airbus A220-300 aircraft configured for 137 passengers, including 12 in business class. The schedule includes departures from Toronto on Saturdays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays, with return flights from Monterrey on Sundays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Beyond facilitating direct travel between the two cities, the route also enables onward connections from Toronto to Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific.Air Canada emphasized that the service is part of its broader international connectivity strategy and aims to enhance Nuevo León’s global competitiveness, supporting the movement of business travelers, tourists, and students along the Mexico-Canada corridor.<h3>Air Canada in Mexico</h3>Monterrey is now Air Canada’s fourth destination in Mexico, joining Cancún, Mexico City, and Puerto Vallarta. July flight frequencies are as follows:<ul><li>Toronto – Cancún: 15 weekly flights</li><li>Vancouver – Cancún: 2 weekly flights</li><li>Montreal – Cancún: 7 weekly flights</li><li>Toronto – Mexico City: 14 weekly flights</li><li>Vancouver – Mexico City: 7 weekly flights</li><li>Montreal – Mexico City: 7 weekly flights</li><li>Toronto – Monterrey: 3 weekly flights</li><li>Vancouver – Puerto Vallarta: 1 weekly flight</li></ul>

Air Canada Restores Nonstop Service Between Toronto and Monterrey

Porter Airlines receives approval to launch international flights to Costa Rica, Jamaica, and the UK The Canadian Transportation Agency (CTA) has authorized Porter Airlines to modify its international service licenses, allowing it to operate scheduled flights to Costa Rica, Jamaica, and the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland using its own aircraft.This decision, outlined in rulings A-2025-100, A-2025-101, and A-2025-102 issued on June 6, 2025, represents a key milestone in the airline's growth strategy. Previously, since March 22, 2023, Porter had been permitted to serve these markets only through codeshare agreements.The amendments to licenses 230033 (Costa Rica), 230037 (Jamaica), and 230040 (United Kingdom) remove the codeshare-only restriction. As a result, the new condition on the licenses now states: "The license holder is authorized to operate a scheduled international service on the route(s) established under the applicable air transport agreement."This regulatory change is a direct outcome of Porter’s fleet expansion, centered on the acquisition of Embraer E195-E2 aircraft. These jets offer the range and efficiency needed to connect Canada not only with the Caribbean but also for transatlantic operations to Europe.<h3>What aircraft will Porter use for these flights?</h3>Porter Airlines will deploy its Embraer E195-E2 fleet. These 132-seat aircraft, configured with no middle seat, offer a range of up to 4,665 kilometers (2,519 nautical miles), combining efficiency and comfort to cover Caribbean routes and, notably, cross the Atlantic from Eastern Canada to the UK.This approval allows Porter to directly compete with its own aircraft on high-demand routes. While the airline has yet to announce the specific cities, launch dates, or flight frequencies for these new services, regulatory approval is a crucial prerequisite for commercial rollout.The move aligns with Porter’s broader strategy to expand its network from key operational hubs—primarily Toronto (Pearson and Billy Bishop), Ottawa, and Montreal— and paves the way for intercontinental services operated with its own fleet.<section class="noteSuggested" data-id="35645,35124" data-title="You might be interested"></section>

Porter Airlines authorized to operate flights to Costa Rica, Jamaica, and the UK with its own aircraft

Canadian airline Air Transat will operate year-round direct flights from Montreal-Trudeau (YUL) to Bordeaux (France) and Valencia (Spain) starting in the winter of 2025–2026, consolidating these routes which were previously only available during the summer season.Service to Valencia will debut on June 20, while flights to both cities will continue with a weekly Saturday frequency starting in February 2026, operated with Airbus A321LR aircraft.Air Transat offers the only flight connecting North America with both Valencia and Bordeaux.This extension is part of a summer schedule that will run until October 2026. Tickets are already available for booking. "By expanding our presence in France and Spain during the winter, we take another step toward offering our transatlantic program year-round," said Sebastian Ponce, Chief Revenue Officer at the airline. "Extending Valencia into the winter reflects its potential as a destination, while Bordeaux strengthens our presence in the French provinces, a key market for Air Transat."According to the airline, France remains a cornerstone of its European network. Bordeaux now joins its existing winter connections to Lyon, Marseille, and Nantes, responding to demand from both leisure travelers and those visiting friends and relatives.In Spain, the Valencia route will join the winter portfolio alongside Madrid and Málaga, further solidifying the airline’s year-round offering in the market.According to data obtained by Aviacionline via Cirium, in July, Air Transat will account for 17.6% of the seat capacity between Canada and Europe, ranking second after Air Canada (39.9%), and ahead of Air France (7.5%) and WestJet (7.1%). The remainder is shared among British Airways, KLM, Condor, Lufthansa, Icelandair, and TAP Air Portugal.<figure class="image image-style-align-center"><img src="https://aviacionlinecdn.eleco.com.ar/media/2025/05/red_europea_de_air_transat_julio_2025_cirium_schedule_mapper.jpg" alt="Red europea de Air Transat - Julio 2025 (Cirium Schedule Mapper)" /><figcaption>Air Transat's European Network – July 2025 (Cirium Schedule Mapper)</figcaption></figure>The airline will operate an average of 182 weekly one-way flights, totaling around 200,000 monthly seats, flying from Canada to destinations including Málaga, Amsterdam, Athens, Barcelona, Berlin, Bordeaux, Brussels, Basel, Paris-CDG, Dublin, Faro, Rome, Glasgow, London-Gatwick, Lisbon, Lyon, Madrid, Manchester, Marseille, Nice, Nantes, Porto, Lamezia Terme, Toulouse, Venice, Valencia, and Zagreb.<section class="noteSuggested" data-id="39243" data-title="You might be interested"></section>

Air Transat extends seasonal flights to Valencia and Bordeaux through October 2026

Canadian airline Air Transat announced the launch of a new route between Toronto and Medellín, with an intermediate stop in Cartagena. This connection, which will operate twice a week, aims to strengthen the airline’s presence in South America and improve access to two of Colombia’s main destinations.The initiative is part of Air Transat’s growth strategy in markets considered to have high potential, such as Colombia.“The addition of Medellín to our network aligns with our goal of expanding operations and meeting a specific demand from our customers, both for leisure travel and family visits,” said Sebastián Ponce, Chief Revenue Officer at Transat.In addition to adding Medellín to its network, the new route will allow for an extra frequency on the Toronto–Cartagena service. This model, which includes strategic stopovers, helps optimize fleet usage while improving connectivity with cities that still lack direct flights from Canada.<section class="noteSuggested" data-id="35688" data-title="You might be interested"></section>Full details of the 2025–2026 winter schedule, includin the launch date and ticket sales, will be announced soon.

Air Transat opens connection between Toronto and Medellín with a stop in Cartagena.

Air Canada is set for its largest expansion into Latin America during the 2025–2026 winter season, increasing seat capacity by 16% compared to the previous winter. The growth includes the addition of **four new international destinations—Rio de Janeiro, Cartagena, Guatemala City, and Guadalajara—**along with 13 additional routes from six Canadian cities, the airline announced in a statement today.From Toronto, new flights will connect to Rio de Janeiro, Cartagena, Pointe-à-Pitre, and Guadalajara. Montreal will add routes to Santiago, Cartagena, and Guatemala City. There will also be flights from Quebec City to Fort-de-France, from Halifax to Nassau and Montego Bay, and from Ottawa to the same Caribbean destinations. Finally, Vancouver will be linked with Huatulco."Air Canada is delivering on its ‘New Frontiers’ strategy by expanding its presence in Latin America this winter. We’re excited to add these new destinations to our global network," said Mark Galardo, Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer at Air Canada. He added that the schedule has been tailored to serve Canadian travelers, global connecting passengers, and cargo opportunities.With over 55 daily flights and 80,000 weekly seats, the airline claims it will offer the most comprehensive service to the region among Canadian carriers.In South America, highlights include flights from Toronto to Rio de Janeiro three times a week starting December 4, and from Montreal to Santiago, Chile, beginning December 16. There will also be weekly connections to Cartagena from both cities.<section class="noteSuggested" data-id="37649,36596,34519" data-title="You might be interested"></section>In Central America and the Caribbean, Air Canada will launch new services to Guatemala City, Nassau, Montego Bay, Fort-de-France, and Pointe-à-Pitre, among others. The airline will also resume seasonal routes to Huatulco and Monterrey in Mexico.<h3>Air Canada's new flights in South America</h3><figure class="image image-style-align-center"><img src="https://aviacionlinecdn.eleco.com.ar/media/2025/05/tabla_1.jpg" alt="tabla 1" /></figure><h3>Air Canada's new flights to Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean</h3><figure class="image"><img src="https://aviacionlinecdn.eleco.com.ar/media/2025/05/tabla_1_1.jpg" alt="tabla 1" /></figure><h3>Additional capacity</h3><figure class="image"><img src="https://aviacionlinecdn.eleco.com.ar/media/2025/05/tabla_1_2.jpg" alt="tabla 1" /></figure>

Air Canada schedules new routes to Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Mexico and Central America

The Air Line Pilots Association (ALPA) of Canada announced last Thursday, April 17, that WestJet has officially withdrawn from hiring pilots through the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP), following strong union mobilization.According to the union, the decision came as the result of a joint effort between ALPA and union leaders representing WestJet and its subsidiary WestJet Encore pilots, who took action to stop the company’s move to use the federal program as a way to address staffing shortages in aviation.For its part, the airline stated that “the increase in unpredictability faced by most sectors is due to the current economic situation, which includes, but is not limited to, demand. WestJet, like many other airlines, constantly monitors travel demand and makes adjustments when necessary.”<blockquote>“Despite this progress, we strongly urge WestJet management to work with pilot union representatives to find more effective solutions that attract and retain qualified pilots, without resorting to a federal program that was never intended for that purpose,” said Captain Tim Perry, president of ALPA Canada. “As the voice of more than 95% of unionized professional pilots in the country, we know this issue goes beyond WestJet Encore: it affects us collectively,” he added.</blockquote>As reported by our partner outlet, Aeroin, the association emphasized that while WestJet’s shift in stance is a positive step, efforts to value local labor must continue. After the Canadian federal elections, scheduled for April 28, ALPA plans to pressure the new government to review the TFWP and reform the Labour Market Impact Assessment process to restrict its use to the program’s original intent.The organization also advocates for unions representing affected workers to be properly consulted in any proposal involving the use of foreign labor. Founded in 1931, ALPA is the world’s largest airline pilot union, representing more than 79,000 pilots at 42 airlines in the United States and Canada.&nbsp;

Canadian airline withdraws intention of hiring foreign pilots

Discover Airlines continúa ampliando sus operaciones de larga distancia desde el Aeropuerto Internacional de Munich, con el comienzo de sus vuelos sin escalas hacia Calgary, siendo la única compañía aérea en volar entre ambos destinos y complementando con su servicio diario desde Frankfurt.En el mes de marzo de este año, la aerolínea de ocio del Grupo Lufthansa comenzó sus vuelos de larga distancia con destino a Orlando (Florida), luego a comienzos de abril le siguió Windhoek (Namibia) y para el invierno está pautado el inicio de los servicios a Punta Cana (República Dominicana).El vuelo 4Y 90 fue operado por un Airbus A330 registrado como D-AIKA (ex-Lufthansa), el cual despegó del Aeropuerto Internacional de Munich a las 02:03 p.m. hora local el 12 abril y aterrizó en el Aeropuerto Internacional de Calgary a las 03:17 p.m., tras nueve horas y 34 minutos.Calgary es la cuarta ciudad canadiense en estar conectada con Munich. La oferta actual se conforma de Lufthansa, Condor y Air Canada volando a Toronto-Pearson, Montreal y Vancouver. Además, Discover Airlines es el cuarto operador aéreo en volar entre Alemania y Canadá, y la segunda aerolínea del Grupo Lufthansa en prestar servicios en la principal ciudad de la provincia de Alberta sumándose al servicio de Edelweiss desde Zurich.<h2 style="text-align:justify;">Programación de vuelo entre Munich (MUC) y Calgary (YYC)</h2><ul><li>Vuelo 4Y 90:&nbsp;MUC 01:25 p.m. - YYC 03:25&nbsp;lunes, jueves y sábado</li><li>Vuelo 4Y 91:&nbsp;YYC 05:10 p.m. - MUC 10:40+1&nbsp;lunes, jueves y sábado</li></ul>La ruta es operada en aviones Airbus A330-300 con capacidad para 283 pasajeros en tres clases: 30 asientos en Business Class, 28 asientos en Premium Economy y 225 asientos en Economy. &nbsp;

Discover Airlines comenzó su tercera ruta de larga distancia desde Múnich

Airbus has announced that Air Canada will be the launch customer for the new Airspace cabin on its A220 aircraft, with deliveries expected to begin in early 2026.The updated cabin design introduces a range of new features, most notably the Airspace XL overhead bins, which offer a 20% increase in volume, are 10% lighter, and are intended to speed up turnaround times by simplifying the boarding and baggage process. The new bins will accommodate up to 15% more carry-on luggage, equivalent to 19 additional bags on the A220-300, according to Airbus.In addition to the expanded bins, the Airspace cabin includes enhanced LED lighting features, with an optional third light strip below the bins, as well as a redesigned Passenger Service Unit (PSU) developed in line with the Airspace design standards."The A220 has already become a favourite among our customers, and we’re thrilled to be the launch customer for the next cabin evolution of this Canadian-designed and assembled aircraft," said John Moody, Managing Director of Onboard Product at Air Canada. "The introduction of larger overhead bins on future A220s means more space for your belongings, quicker boarding, and an even better experience on board."Ingo Wuggetzer, Vice President of Cabin Marketing at Airbus, added: "We are extremely happy to launch the A220 Airspace cabin with Air Canada and very proud the Canadian flag carrier is introducing our latest innovation to support its fleet renewal programme."Airbus states that the Airspace cabin for the A220 aims to offer a more consistent experience across its fleet, bringing widebody-style comfort to single-aisle aircraft. According to the manufacturer, the new design will reduce structural cabin weight by approximately 300 pounds, improve operational efficiency, and minimize maintenance requirements due to simplified mechanisms.<section class="noteSuggested" data-id="37649" data-title="Puede interesarte"></section>Retrofit options will be available for current A220 operators in the coming years, while line-fit installations are scheduled to begin in late 2025.With the most recent order included, Air Canada now has 65 firm orders for the A220-300. The airline expects the first aircraft featuring the Airspace XL bins to enter service by early 2026, with the new cabin design becoming standard later that year.The Airspace cabin for the A220 has also been named a finalist for the 2025 Crystal Cabin Award in the Passenger Comfort category. Winners will be announced on April 8, 2025, during the Crystal Cabin Award Gala in Hamburg.

A220 Gets Airspace Cabin; Air Canada Named Launch Operator

Air Canada refuerza su oferta de ocio con nuevas rutas desde el este y oeste de Canadá hacia destinos vacacionales en México y Jamaica.Todos los servicios están programados desde diciembre de 2025 hasta abril de 2026 realizados en aviones Boeing 737 MAX equipados con cabinas Business Class y Economy.<h2>Nuevas rutas</h2><ul><li>Halifax - Montego Bay (jueves)</li><li>Ottawa - Montego Bay (domingo)</li><li>Vancouver - Huatulco (domingo)</li></ul>Con estos vuelos adiciones, Air Canada operará cuatro rutas en Montego Bay (Jamaica) sumándose a los servicios desde Toronto-Pearson y Montreal. Mientras, la aerolínea canadiense volará a Huatulco desde el oeste de Canadá, complementando con su servicio desde Toronto-Pearson.<section class="noteSuggested" data-id="37730" data-title="Puede interesarte"></section> &nbsp;

Air Canada programas nuevas rutas estacionales a México y Jamaica

Air Canada anunció una importante expansión de sus acuerdos de código compartido con las aerolíneas brasileñas Azul Linhas Aéreas y GOL Linhas Aéreas, que entrará en vigor a partir de diciembre de 2025. Esta ampliación se centrará en nuevas rutas conectando a través del Aeropuerto Internacional de Río de Janeiro-Galeão (GIG), fortaleciendo la red de la aerolínea canadiense en Sudamérica.La implementación de estas nuevas rutas bajo código compartido está programada para comenzar el 5 de diciembre de 2025. Con esta medida, Air Canada busca ofrecer a sus pasajeros una mayor variedad de opciones de conexión y facilitar los viajes entre Canadá y Brasil.A partir de la fecha indicada, los pasajeros de Air Canada podrán conectar vía Río de Janeiro (GIG) en vuelos operados por Azul hacia los siguientes destinos domésticos:<ul><li>Belo Horizonte (CNF)</li><li>Curitiba (CWB)</li><li>Porto Alegre (POA)</li><li>Recife (REC)</li><li>São Paulo Viracopos/Campinas (VCP)</li></ul>Nuevas Rutas con GOL Linhas Aéreas:Simultáneamente, la asociación con GOL permitirá a Air Canada añadir su código (AC) a vuelos operados por la aerolínea brasileña desde Río de Janeiro (GIG) a una extensa lista de destinos nacionales e internacionales:<ul><li>Aracaju (AJU)</li><li>Belo Horizonte (CNF)</li><li>Brasilia (BSB)</li><li>Buenos Aires Ezeiza (EZE), Argentina</li><li>Curitiba (CWB)</li><li>Florianópolis (FLN)</li><li>Fortaleza (FOR)</li><li>Foz do Iguaçu (IGU)</li><li>Porto Alegre (POA)</li><li>Recife (REC)</li><li>Salvador da Bahia (SSA)</li><li>São Paulo Congonhas (CGH)</li><li>Vitória (VIX)</li></ul>Beneficios y Estrategia:Esta expansión permitirá a los viajeros conectar de manera más fluida y eficiente entre la red global de Air Canada y un número considerablemente mayor de ciudades en Brasil, además de una conexión clave con Argentina a través de GOL.La medida refuerza la estrategia de Air Canada de consolidar y expandir su presencia en el mercado brasileño, considerado uno de los mercados emergentes más importantes y con mayor potencial para la aviación internacional. Al asociarse con dos de las aerolíneas más grandes de Brasil, Air Canada mejora su alcance y competitividad en la región.

Air Canada amplía sus acuerdos de Código Compartido con Azul y GOL sumando rutas desde Río de Janeiro

Air Canada has announced the launch of a new seasonal service between Montreal and Edinburgh, alongside frequency increases to several European destinations for the upcoming summer season. The new route from Montreal will complement the airline’s existing summer flights from Toronto to the Scottish capital.The carrier will also add nearly 1,300 extra weekly seats on its routes to Paris and Athens, while extending its enhanced schedule between Toronto and Rome through October.The new Montreal–Edinburgh service will be the only direct flight connecting the two cities. Operated three times a week from June 26 to September 6, 2025, the route will utilize Boeing 737 MAX aircraft featuring both Economy and Premium Economy cabins.Montreal–Edinburgh route details:<ul><li>Flight AC936: Montreal (YUL) – Edinburgh (EDI), departs 9:50 p.m., arrives 9:20 a.m. (+1 day) — operates Monday, Thursday, Saturday</li><li>Flight AC937: Edinburgh (EDI) – Montreal (YUL), departs 11:10 a.m., arrives 1:30 p.m. — operates Tuesday, Friday, Sunday</li></ul>Operation dates: June 26 – September 7, 2025<h3>Expanded service to Europe:</h3><h4>Canada–Paris</h4><ul><li>Three additional flights from Toronto on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays</li><li>Up to 10 weekly flights from Toronto and 14 from Montreal</li></ul><h4>Canada–Athens</h4><ul><li>Two new flights from Toronto on Tuesdays and Fridays</li><li>Service extended through October</li><li>Up to 10 weekly flights from both Toronto and Montreal</li></ul><h4>Canada–Rome</h4><ul><li>Up to four extra flights per week from Toronto</li><li>Frequency extended through October</li><li>Up to 12 weekly flights from Toronto and 9 from Montreal</li></ul>&nbsp;

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