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WestJet Launches New Service to Kingston Jamaica
WestJet today announced the launch of new, non-stop service between Toronto and Kingston, Jamaica. The inaugural flight departs Toronto Pearson International Airport at 9 a.m. EDT today. WestJet today announced the launch of ne...
WestJet Q1 Profits Jump 42 Percent
WestJet Airlines, Canada’s second-largest airline, reported a 42 percent rise in first-quarter earnings as it flew more passengers despite fare increases. WestJet also said it selected Bombardier to supply 2...
Airlines Ready To Pay To End Heathrow Delays
Airlines using London’s Heathrow Airport would be prepared to pay higher landing fees to cut delays at the British hub which have reached “crisis” levels, according to the chief executive of IAG....
Etihad Takes 3 Pct Stake In Aer Lingus
Irish airline Aer Lingus said Etihad Airways has acquired a 2.987 percent stake, as Abu Dhabi’s flag carrier makes further inroads into the European market. Aer Lingus said on Tuesday it and Etihad have been...
Malaysian To Suspend Shares Amid Tie-Up Doubt
Shares of Malaysia Airlines will be suspended from trading on Wednesday due to a pending corporate announcement, two sources said on Tuesday. One of the sources said Malaysia Airlines was expected to announce the ...
Air Lease Orders More Boeing 787s
Aircraft lessor Air Lease said it had ordered eight new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft worth USD$1.8 billion at list prices for lease to Vietnam Airlines. Deliveries of Boeing’s new lightweight carbon-comp...
