WestJet status

WestJet is a prominent Canadian airline. Its headquarters are in Calgary, Alberta. The company was founded in 1994 and began operations in 1996. It was initially modeled as a low-cost carrier. WestJet now operates as Canada's second-largest airline. It offers scheduled and charter services. The airline's fleet includes Boeing 737, 787 Dreamliner, and De Havilland Canada Dash 8 Q400 aircraft. WestJet serves over 100 destinations. These include routes across Canada, the United States, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Europe. Key hubs are Calgary International Airport (YYC), which serves as its global connecting hub, and Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ), a strategic secondary hub. The airline has several subsidiaries. These include the regional airline WestJet Encore and the cargo division WestJet Cargo. WestJet also recently acquired Sunwing Airlines. WestJet's core values focus on a positive culture. They are expressed through concepts like "Act like an owner" and "Care from the heart". The airline aims to provide friendly, affordable, and safe air travel. It has a reputation for a strong corporate culture and customer service. It is also committed to environmental sustainability and community involvement. This includes programs like "WestJet Cares for Kids." WestJet is a privately held company since its acquisition by Onex Corporation in 2019. It has codeshare and interline agreements with various airlines, but is not part of a major airline alliance.