Air Canada has announced a deal with BOC Aviation to add eight Boeing 737-8 aircraft to its fleet, enhancing its network and sustainability efforts. These fuel-efficient planes will be delivered in 2024 and enter service in 2025, supporting growth in passenger travel.
Air Canada is enhancing winter travel options for Quebec City residents with a new non-stop flight to Tulum, Mexico, starting December 13, 2024. The airline is also resuming popular routes to Florida and the Caribbean, offering a wide range of sun destination choices for the upcoming winter season.
Canadian winery Malivoire Wine has announced exciting partnerships with Air Canada and Cirque du Soleil, aligning their commitment to sustainability with the initiatives of these globally recognized brands.
Air Canada has announced an expanded winter sun network for 2024-25, including new routes to Tulum and Saint Maarten, and increased frequencies to popular destinations in Florida and the Caribbean. The airline will operate up to 50 daily departures from Canada to 55 destinations.
Two separate bomb threats were reported on Air Canada and Vistara flights in recent days, causing panic and heightened security measures. However, investigations revealed that both threats were hoaxes.
In the Air Canada incident, an email received at the Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi claimed a bomb had been planted on the Delhi-Toronto flight. A thorough inspection found nothing suspicious, and legal action is being taken against the perpetrators.
Similarly, a Vistara flight from Paris to Mumbai also received a handwritten bomb threat. A full emergency was declared at the Mumbai airport, but upon landing, it was determined that the threat was false. The airline is cooperating with security agencies in the investigation.
These incidents highlight the need for vigilance and effective security measures in the aviation industry to prevent any potential threats.
Air Canada has significantly expanded its flight network to India, increasing seat capacity by 40% for the winter season 2024-25. This expansion includes new routes, additional weekly flights, and the introduction of the only non-stop flight from Canada to Mumbai. The move is expected to have a positive impact on tourists, travelers, and tourism businesses, making it more convenient and potentially more affordable to travel between Canada and India.
Air Canada announces a significant expansion of its international network into India, enhancing its connectivity with key cities and offering increased seat capacity. The airline will introduce exclusive non-stop flights from Toronto to Mumbai, as well as upgraded services connecting Western Canada to Delhi through London Heathrow. With a total of 25 weekly flights to India, Air Canada aims to strengthen its position as the leading airline offering the most travel options between Canada and India.
Air Canada has reaffirmed its commitment to Team Canada by extending its partnership as the Official Airline through the 2030 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games, commencing with Paris 2024. The airline rolled out a unique Boeing 777 livery that will transport Team Canada athletes, coaches, and support staff. Air Canada’s ‘Going for Gold’ employee program will ensure a seamless travel experience for over 1,000 team members. Notably, Air Canada values diversity and inclusion, providing special support for athletes embodying these principles. Ten Team Air Canada athlete ambassadors have been selected to represent Canadian excellence in sports and values.
Albertans looking to escape the cold this summer are facing skyrocketing plane ticket prices. The surge in airfare has been especially hard-hitting for western Canadians, who rely heavily on WestJet and Air Canada. Experts say the combination of limited competition and increased demand is fueling the price increases. WestJet is calling on the federal government to review its fee structure, while Alberta’s Transportation Minister is exploring ways to improve regional air travel options within the province.
Air Canada has announced a significant expansion of its Ottawa flight services for the upcoming winter season of 2024-25. This expansion entails the addition of approximately 30 weekly flights, representing a boost of nearly 60% compared to the previous year’s winter schedule.
The airline’s enhanced Ottawa service will feature the year-round availability of the Calgary and Winnipeg routes. Additionally, there will be an increase in the number of flights to Halifax, Quebec, and Vancouver.
Air Canada is also bolstering its winter operations to U.S. destinations by adding more flights to popular destinations such as Fort Lauderdale, Orlando, and Tampa.
This comprehensive expansion is designed to provide travelers with enhanced convenience and more options during the peak winter season. As Canada’s largest airline, Air Canada is committed to providing reliable and efficient air travel services to its passengers.
