Thirteen years after the original announcement that a new ultra-low-cost airline would be coming to Canada, Jetlines finally announced that it had received its air operator certificate (AOC) from Transport Canada on August 19, granting approval to initiate operations out of its hub at Toronto Pearson International Airport.
Its inaugural flight has been scheduled for August 29 from Toronto to Winnipeg and Moncton.
“The entire team at Canada Jetlines is thrilled to obtain our AOC after meeting all necessary operation standards and passing all inspections,” said Eddy Doyle, CEO of Canada Jetlines.
“We thank Transport Canada and greatly appreciate the tireless effort and diligence they undertake to approve new airlines. We excitedly look forward to our launch date, meeting the increased demand for convenient leisure travel in Canada and beyond, and to provide more options to explore the world,” he added.
Following the announcement, the airline said it would be releasing new destinations and an updated schedule shortly. The airline announced in 2019 that it also planned to operate flights to the US, Mexico, and the Caribbean.
Jetlines has partnered with Amadeus on the GDS.
