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Bombardier Q400s bring additional flights to the Thompson Country

CALGARY, Feb. 15, 2015 /CNW/ - WestJet today launched new, non-stop service between Edmonton and Kamloops, British Columbia, on board its fleet of Canadian-made Bombardier Q400 NextGen aircraft. The inaugural flight departs from Edmonton International Airport at 3:30 p.m. mountain time.   

"This is a prime example of the strategic advantage of WestJet Encore," said Ferio Pugliese, Executive Vice-President, WestJet, and President, WestJet Encore. "One of the original purposes of our regional airline was to enhance frequencies in smaller Canadian communities which, until WestJet Encore came along, were challenged by the capacity of our 737s. We are very pleased to offer service between Edmonton and Kamloops on our 78-seat Bombardier Q400s, and look forward to welcoming both business and leisure travellers on board beginning today."

WestJet serves 28 cities on a non-stop basis from Edmonton International Airport and in 2014, operated more than 19,000 departures from EIA. Between 2005 and 2015, WestJet has increased its daily departures from Edmonton by more than 110 per cent.

"Kamloops is a great getaway destination with skiing, golfing, wineries, and more; and for Kamloops, Edmonton is a big draw for business, shopping and festivals, and it's a key connection for workers commuting to northern Alberta and northern Canada," said Tom Ruth, President and CEO of Edmonton International Airport. "WestJet has been a great partner for EIA. They have invested significantly in Edmonton, and this flight will help drive our region's economy by bringing more visitors and business here."

Details of WestJet's new non-stop service between Edmonton and Kamloops:

One-way fares are available starting at:

*Some restrictions apply. Please see westjet.com for details.

About WestJet
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