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CALGARY, Feb. 11 /CNW/ - WestJet and its Board of Directors today announced a change to the role of Executive Chairman of the Board. Effective today, Mr. Clive Beddoe will hold the position of Chairman of the Board of Directors. The role will no longer carry the title Executive Chairman. This change reflects the final transitional step of Mr. Beddoe relinquishing the executive role to Sean Durfy, President and Chief Executive Officer.

Lead Director of the Board, Allan Jackson commented, "Clive has been a tremendous asset for WestJet in this role. It allowed for a very smooth and effective transition period for Sean. This new role will still allow WestJet and the board to benefit from Clive's experience and counsel."

Clive Beddoe said, "I am confident that the team is in place that allows me to change the scope of my role to that of Chairman. This move will bring balance between the needs of the airline and its board with my desire to move more responsibility to Sean and his Executive Vice-Presidents. I'm proud of our achievements over the last 13 years, and I believe we are well positioned for the future and continued healthy growth."

About WestJet

WestJet is Canada's leading high-value low-cost airline offering scheduled service throughout its 55-city North American and Caribbean network. Named one of Canada's most admired corporate cultures in 2005, 2006, 2007 and 2008, WestJet pioneered low-cost flying in Canada. WestJet offers increased legroom, leather seats and live seatback television provided by Bell TV on its modern fleet of 76 Boeing Next-Generation 737 aircraft. With future confirmed deliveries for an additional 45 aircraft, bringing its fleet to 121 by 2013, WestJet strives to be the number one choice for travellers.