John Weatherill, chief commercial officer at WestJet, said in a media release that the added capacity will support critical projects and growing industries in Terrace and Western B.C. “The West is our home and as we turn to an exciting new chapter of growth, we are committed to providing vital domestic connections that support the economic diversification and success of Western Canada.”
It’s not the first time the airline has tried direct flights between the two cities. WestJet cancelled its twice-weekly Terrace-Calgary direct flights in February 2019, just six months after introducing the service, citing low passenger numbers. Carol Leclerc, outgoing mayor of Terrace, said renewed direct service to and from Calgary is “eagerly welcomed” by the community. She added that Terrace-Kitimat airport numbers have been growing coming out of the pandemic, and that air traffic is busy.
Any plans for CYXT Terrace to bring back general aviation?