Textron Aviation, headquartered in the United States, has achieved a significant milestone with the Cessna SkyCourierreceiving type certification from Transport Canada Civil Aviation. This certification paves the way for the aircraft’s entry into the Canadian market, solidifying its presence in North America.
WestJet, the Canadian carrier, has officially launched nonstop service between Toronto and Grenada, starting on 15 December 2024. This new route connects Canada’s largest city with the Caribbean destination, catering to growing demand for leisure travel to Grenada.
Sunwing Airlines, a Canadian leisure carrier, has taken delivery of a Boeing 737-800, identified by serial number 38025, on wet lease from Smartwings (Czechia). The aircraft is powered by CFM56-7B26E engines, a highly reliable and efficient propulsion system widely used in the Boeing 737 family.
Air Transat, a Canadian airline, has taken delivery of an Airbus A320 on wet lease from Smartwings, a carrier based in Czechia. The aircraft, identified by serial number 3762, is powered by CFM56-5B4 engines, a popular and reliable choice for narrow-body aircraft.
Flair Airlines (Canada) is facing heightened scrutiny as its Chief Financial Officer, Sumanth Rao, has been charged with involuntary manslaughter. The charges stem from a tragic incident involving a fatal car crash. According to reports, the crash involved an underage driver who had been drinking at a gathering hosted at Rao’s Atlanta-area home.
Cargojet (Canada), a leading provider of time-sensitive cargo services, has taken delivery of a 2000-vintage production Boeing 767-300F. The aircraft, bearing serial number 30780, is leased from Jetran (US) and will strengthen Cargojet’s existing fleet to meet rising demand for air freight.
Cargojet (Canada) has announced its intent to secure federal funding for the development of a new aircraft Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) facility in Ontario. The facility is designed to support Cargojet’s fleet of 41 Boeing 757 and 767 freighters, while also providing services to other airlines and operators.
Chorus Aviation (Canada) has announced plans to repay its corporate financings, aiming to optimize its capital structure and strengthen its financial position. This decision follows the successful sale of its Regional Aircraft Leasing segment, a move that marked a significant strategic shift for the company.
Sunwing Airlines, a Canada-based carrier, has taken delivery of a Boeing 737-800, bearing serial number 38027, on wet lease from Smartwings (Czechia). The aircraft is equipped with CFM56-7B26 engines, known for their reliability and fuel efficiency.
Bombardier has announced the resolution of its long-standing lawsuit against Honeywell International (US). Initially filed in 2016 in the Superior Court of Quebec, the dispute has now been settled through an agreement whose terms remain confidential.
