26 MARCH 2018

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Article from BTNews 26 MARCH 2018

WestJet heads for Gatwick

A first foray on to the European mainland is under way from Canadian carrier WestJet with daily direct flights between Halifax Stanfield International Airport and Paris Charles de Gaulle.

Incoming CEO Ed Sims said all flights would be operated on the airline’s newest aircraft, the Boeing B737-8 MAX. “Venturing to London and Paris is an indication of our ambitious growth plans as we move towards becoming a global network carrier,” he added.

“Daily flights between Halifax and Gatwick will start on 29 April and daily service between Halifax and Paris on 31 May. This is an investment that will help launch new flights in the future and further expand our presence in Halifax.”

At Gatwick, chief commercial officer Guy Stephenson said: “We look forward to working with WestJet to launch this exciting new long-haul route, which will further enhance Gatwick’s position as the world’s busiest departure airport for low-cost, long-haul services.”

“With Halifax also being one of Canada’s main economic hubs, these new flights will provide an important link between the two countries’ business communities at a time when worldwide connections are vital for the UK.”

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