NEWSFeb 19, 2024Toronto-Bound WestJet Flight Diverts to Winnipeg After Teenager Attempts to Open Plane DoorA WestJet flight from Vancouver (YVR) to Toronto (YYZ) was diverted to Winnipeg (YWG) at around 4:00 p.m. local time on February 16. An 18-year-old passenger attempted to open a cabin door, creating a safety hazard that forced the flight to land prematurely. WestJet flight 710 (WS 710) operates six times weekly using a Boeing 737-700 aircraft, with the plane used on February 16 having registration C-GWBN.Read More →
ROUTESMay 13, 2023WestJet Launches Direct Flights Between Winnipeg and AtlantaWestJet has launched direct flights between Winnipeg in Atlanta. There is increasing demand for trans-border flights to the US from Winnipeg. This is WestJet's second US service to launch after flights to Los Angeles launched last October.Read More →
NEWSJul 23, 2022Air Canada and United Propose Transborder Joint VentureOn Friday, United Airlines and Air Canada announced a renewed effort for a joint venture, rivaling Delta Airlines' and WestJet's deepening ties. This agreement will allow for more codeshares and potential perks for frequent flyers.Read More →
