Pratt & Whitney, a division of United Technologies Corp. (UTX), along with Airbus and Air Canada celebrated the entry into service of Air Canada’s first A220 aircraft powered by Pratt & Whitney GTF engines. The event was commemorated with a ceremony at Air Canada’s headquarters in Montreal with Air Canada, Airbus, Pratt & Whitney and government representatives in attendance. This entry into service marks a significant milestone for Air Canada as it becomes the first Canada-based … [Read more...] about Pratt & Whitney GTF engines power Air Canada Airbus A220
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Air China and Air Canada expand strategic cooperation
Air Canada and Air China Limited have announced that the airlines will expand their mutual codeshare services and lounge agreement in time for the 2018 Canada-China Year of Tourism, recognizing the importance of tourism and trade between the two countries. Air Canada and Air China are working toward finalizing their planned joint venture, while satisfying both countries' applicable regulatory conditions. As a result of the codeshare expansion, Air China will place its code on Air … [Read more...] about Air China and Air Canada expand strategic cooperation
ST Aerospace increases support for Boeing 787
As an integrated maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) service provider, ST Aerospace is able to provide total programme management to a wide array of aircraft platforms. This includes the Boeing 787 Dreamliner, for which ST Aerospace is able to service with airframe maintenance, component total support as well as GEnx on-wing support. The world’s largest airframe MRO service provider recently leveraged its global network of facilities to secure new 787 contracts in heavy … [Read more...] about ST Aerospace increases support for Boeing 787
Air Canada to launch nonstop Montreal-Shanghai flights
Air Canada has announced the introduction of daily year-round flights from Montreal to Shanghai, China, beginning 16 February 2017. This marks Air Canada's first direct service to China from Montreal as well as the introduction of B787-8 Dreamliner aircraft on the service. "Building on Air Canada's success in the rapidly growing Chinese market we are delighted to announce Air Canada's first direct flights between Montreal and China with the launch of Montreal-Shanghai service next year," said … [Read more...] about Air Canada to launch nonstop Montreal-Shanghai flights
Air Canada ramps up Indian services with second Delhi route
Air Canada has announced plans to introduce a second direct service from Vancouver to the Indian capital Delhi using a B787-9 Dreamliner after successfully launching Toronto-Delhi just six months ago. The new three-times weekly service will begin on 20 October and marks the first time this route has been operated non-stop. The Vancouver-Delhi route forms part of Air Canada’s ongoing international expansion strategy. Last year, the national carrier launched new services from Vancouver to … [Read more...] about Air Canada ramps up Indian services with second Delhi route
Air Canada to deploy new B787-8 to Brisbane
Commencing on 17 June 2016, Air Canada will begin a new direct service Vancouver-Brisbane, Australia three times weekly with its new fleet of B787-9 Dreamliners. “Air Canada continues to strategically expand its international network with the addition of our second Australian destination – Brisbane,” said Calin Rovinescu, Air Canada’s president & CEO. “The new route increases our presence in the Asia Pacific market at a time when trade and travel in the region and between North America is … [Read more...] about Air Canada to deploy new B787-8 to Brisbane
