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Airline flew an additional 68,000 guests this June compared to last

CALGARY, July 6, 2011 /CNW/ - WestJet today announced June 2011 traffic results with a load factor of 75.7 per cent. Revenue passenger miles (RPMs), or traffic, increased 5.8 per cent year over year, and capacity, measured in available seat miles (ASMs), grew 9.2 per cent over the same period.

"Although loads were slightly down for June, a shoulder-season month, we are comfortable with the balance achieved between yield, growth and our load factor," commented WestJet President and CEO Gregg Saretsky. "We are pleased with the advanced bookings for July and August, and the pricing environment continues to be strong."

"With the school year winding down, families are gearing up for summer vacations and I thank our friendly WestJetters who will be working hard to ensure our guests have a safe and enjoyable experience during this busy flying season," added Gregg Saretsky.

WestJet launched new, non-stop service between Calgary and Orange County-Anaheim, California, on June 13, 2011, which complements the Vancouver to Orange County service launched on May 2, 2011. Disneyland, Knott's Berry Farm and the surfing hot spot of Huntington Beach are now easily accessible with daily service to the John Wayne Airport from both Calgary and Vancouver and via convenient connections from many other great Canadian cities.

Caution regarding forward-looking statements
Certain information set forth in this press release, including information regarding demand for air travel, pricing, yield and advanced bookings contains forward-looking statements. By their nature, forward-looking statements are subject to numerous risks and uncertainties, some of which are beyond WestJet's control. These forward-looking statements are based on WestJet's existing strategy and currently available implementation plans, agreements and bookings, but may vary due to factors including, but not limited to, changes in guest demand, competitive environment and general economic conditions. These and additional risk factors are discussed in WestJet's most recent annual information form (AIF) and in other documents WestJet files from time to time with securities regulatory authorities, which are available under WestJet's profile on SEDAR at www.sedar.com.

Readers are cautioned that undue reliance should not be placed on forward-looking statements as actual results may vary materially from the forward-looking statements. WestJet does not undertake to update any forward-looking statements, except as is required by law.

About WestJet
WestJet is Canada's favourite airline, offering scheduled service throughout its 70-city North American and Caribbean network. Inducted into Canada's Most Admired Corporate Cultures Hall of Fame and named one of Canada's best employers, WestJet pioneered low-cost flying in Canada. Named a J.D. Power 2011 Customer Service Champion, WestJet offers increased legroom, leather seats and live seatback television provided by Bell TV on its modern fleet of 96 Boeing Next-Generation 737 aircraft. With future confirmed deliveries for an additional 39 aircraft through 2018, WestJet strives to be one of the five most successful international airlines in the world.

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