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Transat CEO says travel demand nearly on par with 2019 despite higher prices

Head of Transat AT says travel demand is poised to reach heights comparable with 2019.

Airports gear up for passenger surge as spring break tests their capacity

Airports and airlines are preparing for a surge in passengers ahead of spring break.

FAA says technology will help avoid some dangerous landings

43 major U.S. airports have technology to warn when incoming planes are aimed at a taxiway instead of a runway.

Papua rebels release videos showing kidnapped NZ pilot alive

Separatist rebels in Indonesia release more photos and videos of pilot they took hostage last month.

Chile: Attempted $32 million airport heist leaves two dead

An airport shootout in Chile's capital killed a security officer and an alleged robber.

New Air Force One will stay blue and white, Biden decides

President Joe Biden is sticking with a blue-and-white colour scheme for Air Force One replacement.

 
 
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For over 30 years, AeroCourse has been a leader in advanced aviation training in Canada. We provide aviation ground school seminars (IFR and ATPL) and collaborate with airlines, colleges and universities to deliver courses. We have recently launched virtual seminars and updated our well-respected manuals and workbooks. Our instructors’ experience as professional airline pilots and flight examiners set-us apart and ensure a productive and successful learning environment. » Learn more
 
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Ottawa greenlights WestJet's takeover of Sunwing

Federal government gives the thumbs-up to WestJet Airlines' takeover of Sunwing Airlines and Sunwing Vacations in major consolidation of Canadian aviation market. » 
 
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Flair CEO says bigger rivals 'want us out' after plane seizures

The head of Flair Airlines says weekend seizure of some of airline's planes may have been instigated by another carrier in an attempt to disrupt operations. » 
 
 
 
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Canadian economy added 22,000 jobs last month, unemployment held steady

Statistics Canada says employment rose slightly in February as the economy added 22,000 jobs. » 

Loonie hits four month low as Bank of Canada holds key interest rate

Weak loonie reflective of U.S. Federal Reserve getting more aggressive on interest rate hikes. » 

U.S. gets warrant to seize Russian company's Boeing 737

New York court authorizes seizure of a $25 million Boeing 737 owned by a Russian energy company. » 

Hong Kong's Cathay Pacific posts $834 million loss for 2022

Cathay Pacific says it is ready to rebuild as Hong Kong opens up to global visitors. » 

Plans for a NYC rail link to LaGuardia Airport now abandoned

Rail link would have connected LaGuardia to New York City's subway and commuter rail. » 

How passengers teamed up to restrain man on chaotic flight

Man quietly tried to open an airliner's emergency door before trying to stab a flight attendant with a broken metal spoon. » 

 
 
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Alberta Aviation Council Spring Conference 2023

April 16-18, 2023
Location: Nisku, Alberta
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Careers in Aviation Expo

May 6, 2023
Location: WestJet South Bay Hangar, Mississauga, ON
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Wings Webinar, The Aircraft Luxury Tax, Tips for buyers and sellers

May 16, 2023
Location: Online, free with registration
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Vertical Flight Society Forum 79

May 16 – 18, 2023
Location: West Palm Beach, FL
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4th Annual Aerial Firefighting Conference

October 26, 2023
Location: KF Aerospace Centre for Excellence, Kelowna, BC
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ATAC Canadian Aviation Conference and Tradeshow

November 14 – 26, 2023
Location: Montreal, Quebec
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