WestJet Orders 67 Boeing Aircraft

WestJet has announced its largest aircraft order to date, signing an agreement with Boeing for 60 737-10 MAX narrowbody aircraft and seven 787-9 Dreamliner widebody aircraft. 

According to the airline, the deal also includes options for an additional 25 737 MAX and four Dreamliners, extending WestJet's fleet growth plans through 2034.

The order increases WestJet’s current commitments to 123 aircraft and 40 options, marking the largest Boeing order ever placed by a Canadian airline.

"With the addition of these aircraft, WestJet has the largest order book of any airline in Canada and will double our fleet of Dreamliners, underpinning our growth plans and our commitment to affordable travel options for Canadians from coast to coast and exciting career paths for our people," said WestJet Chief Executive Officer Alexis von Hoensbroech. 

"These highly efficient and comfortable aircraft are critical to the growth and renewal of our fleet and will also significantly improve our fuel consumption."

The federal government noted the agreement’s economic impact. 

"This agreement between WestJet and Boeing reflects a pragmatic approach to doing business, creating new opportunities, economic benefits, and long-term jobs on both sides of the border, while ensuring that WestJet is well-equipped to grow, offer more options for passengers, and better connect Canadians," said Chrystia Freeland, Minister of Transport and Internal Trade.

WestJet currently operates 193 passenger aircraft, including 147 Boeing 737s, seven 787s and 39 De Havilland Q400s, with an average fleet age of 10 years.

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