Air Canada Intends to Extend and Expand Commercial Agreement with PAL Airlines
Air Canada and PAL Airlines announced today their intent to expand the commercial agreement under which PAL operates regional flights for Air Canada Express, helping protect and grow service in Eastern Canada. Agreement Highlights - Extension: The current commercial agreement will be extended four more years, until 2032. - Expansion: Fleet covered under the agreement will grow from 6 → 11 aircraft (Dash 8-400). - Scope: PAL Airlines will continue operating regional flights for Air Canada Express, focusing on Québec and New Brunswick routes from Montréal. Partnership Impact Air Canada’s View: - Reinforces regional connectivity in Eastern Canada. - Ensures reliability, customer service, and more flying options. - Builds on PAL’s proven track record since starting operations for Air Canada Express in 2023. PAL Airlines’ View: - Strengthens its presence in Eastern & Atlantic Canada. - Reflects Air Canada’s confidence in PAL’s operations. - Solidifies PAL’s role in supporting regional development. Broader Context - Air Canada serves 180+ airports worldwide and is a founding member of Star Alliance. - PAL Airlines, based in St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador, has 40+ years of experience in regional aviation. - The agreement supports both airlines’ growth strategies while ensuring communities in Eastern Canada remain connected.
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