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Bob Cummings to return to the WestJet Group as President of Swoop

The WestJet Group has announced the return of Bob Cummings to the airline’s Executive Leadership Team as President of Swoop, WestJet’s ultra-low-cost carrier. Cummings will begin his role on Monday, April 18, 2022.

Bob Cummings with Swoop Aircraft #Bob (CNW Group/WESTJET, an Alberta Partnership)

Most recently, Cummings spent two years at the helm of Central Mountain Air as Chief Executive Officer. In this role, he led through pandemic turbulence and positioned the regional airline for success in recovery, while building the airline’s culture. Prior to Central Mountain Air, Bob spent 13 years with the WestJet Group, spanning several notable Executive Vice-President positions, including President of Swoop in 2018, where he was responsible for the start-up and launch of Canada’s first successful ultra-low-cost airline.

During his tenure with WestJet, Bob led the growth of WestJet Vacations, WestJet Rewards, and was integral in the launch of WestJet Encore, WestJet’s regional airline. As WestJet’s Chief Commercial Officer, Bob grew the airline’s revenue from just over one billion to more than $4.5 billion. Prior to joining WestJet, Bob spent more than 13 years in leadership positions in the utility and telecom markets.

With his extensive North American commercial aviation experience, Bob will continue to build on Swoop’s strong foundation in recovery.

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Top Copyright Photo: Swoop (WestJet) Boeing 737-8CT SSWL C-FLBV (msn 40836) YYZ (TMK Photography). Image: 949878.

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Swoop reaches tentative agreement with CUPE

Swoop has announced that it has reached a tentative agreement with CUPE Local 4070, representation for Swoop’s Inflight (flight attendant) group.

Both parties now await the ratification vote to be put forward to membership.

“We are pleased to have come to tentative terms on our first collective agreement with CUPE Local 4070,” said Charles Duncan, President of Swoop. “Our inflight group plays an integral role in our operations and we are grateful for their commitment to safety and enhancing the traveller experience at Swoop.”

Top Copyright Photo: Swoop (WestJet) Boeing 737-8CT SSWL C-FPLS (msn 60132) LAS (Gunter Mayer). Image: 954940.

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Swoop returns to Winnipeg

Swoop on April 25 marked its return to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (YWG). The airline’s reintroduction of its ultra-low fares now connects Winnipeg with Hamilton’s John C. Munro International Airport (YHM) and Abbotsford International Airport (YXX), with operations to Kelowna International Airport (YLW) set to begin in June.

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Top Copyright Photo: Swoop (WestJet) Boeing 737-8CT SSWL C-FLBV (msn 40836) YYZ (TMK Photography). Image: 949878.

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Swoop adds a second Mexico destination to its Winnipeg network

Swoop, Canada’s ultra-low-fare airline and subsidiary of WestJet Airlines Ltd., launches its inaugural flight from Winnipeg Richardson International Airport (YWG) to Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR) departing at 8:45 a.m. CST.

Swoop (CNW Group/Swoop)

This is Swoop’s second route from Winnipeg to Mexico, offering travellers the choice to vacation on the beaches of Puerto Vallarta and Los Cabos from Manitoba’s capital. Having just recently launched a series of new routes from YWG, including Fort Lauderdale, Tampa Bay and Las Vegas, Winnipeggers can enjoy a total of nine destinations through Swoop’s year-round and seasonal operations.

Direct flights from Winnipeg to the beaches of Puerto Vallarta are providing more Canadians the opportunity to head south of the border this winter. Swoop prides itself on its low price-point because of its unbundled model, with a base fare that includes only a seat, giving travellers the power to add the things they want, and nothing they don’t.

Swoop currently serves 17 domestic, transborder and international destinations, with its summer 2020 schedule set to add even more options for Canadian travellers beginning April 2020.

Winnipeg flights to Puerto Vallarta are now available for booking through until April 21, 2020. Details of Swoop’s new service out of Winnipeg include:

Service Between	Service Offered	Weekly Frequency	Service Run-time
Winnipeg, MB to Puerto Vallarta, MX	Tuesday	1 x per week	December 10, 2019 – April 21, 2020
Puerto Vallarta, MX to Winnipeg, MB	Tuesday	1 x per week	December 10, 2019 – April 21, 2020

Top Copyright Photo: Swoop (WestJet) Boeing 737-8CT SSWL C-FLSF (msn 40838) YHM (TMK Photography). Image: 948534.

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Swoop’s nonstop Kelowna to Las Vegas service takes flight

Swoop on June 27 celebrated its new nonstop route between Kelowna, BC and Las Vegas, NV.

The inaugural flight wraps up the celebrations for the 2019 summer schedule. Flight WO826 departs Kelowna International Airport (YLW) at 2:35 p.m. and arrives at McCarran International Airport (LAS) at 5:08 p.m., local time. Prior to departure, travellers will be offered refreshments, swag and more at Kelowna International Airport.

Additionally, at 9:00 a.m., Bob and Big Ginger from Kelowna radio station Power 104 FM and Ara and Toby from 1031 Beach Morning Radio will be live on-location. The local stations are hosting a ‘SwoopCase’ party where pre-selected contestants arrive at the airport with their bags packed for the chance to board Swoop’s inaugural flight to Las Vegas. The winners will enjoy accommodations provided by the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA)at Caesars Palace.

Flights are now available for booking through to April 25, 2020.

Details of Swoop’s new service

Service Between

Service
Offered

Weekly
Frequency

Air transportation charges (ATC)

base fare from

Taxes, fees
and charges

Total One-
Way Price
From*

Kelowna and Las
Vegas

Thursday, Sunday

2 x weekly

$18.44

$80.56

$99

*Every day low fares. Lower promotional fares may be available during select travel periods.

Top Copyright Photo (All others by the airline): Swoop (WestJet) Boeing 737-8CT SSWL C-FYBK (msn 40336) YHM (TMK Photography). Image: 946774.

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Swoop releases its 2019 Winter schedule, adds Los Cabos to its network

Swoop released its 2019 winter schedule with non-stop flights available for booking from June 25, 2019 through April 25, 2020. The schedule boasts 28 winter getaway routes, including the enticing new destination of Los Cabos, Mexico.

As part of the winter schedule, Swoop announced three-times weekly service between Edmonton International Airport (YEG) and twice-weekly service between Winnipeg Richardson International Airport (YWG) and Los Cabos International Airport (SJD). The Los Cabos routes start November 2, 2019 and November 17, 2019, respectively.

Swoop’s service in Winnipeg will increase from 16 to 26 weekly flights at the height of the winter schedule, 14 of which will serve transborder and international destinations. Winnipeg will enjoy new service to Puerto Vallarta and Los Cabos, Mexico; Las Vegas, Nevada; Mesa, Arizona; and Orlando, Fort Lauderdale and Tampa Bay, Florida.

Edmonton will add service to Puerto Vallarta, Mazatlán, Los Cabos and Cancun, Mexico.

New sun-service from London, Ontario includes Cancun, Mexico; Las Vegas, Nevada; and Orlando, Florida.

Swoop has maintained its growth plan and will be accepting the delivery of three more aircraft by the end of 2019, bringing its fleet total to 10 Boeing 737-NG 800s.

Flights are now available for booking through to April 25, 2020.

Details of Swoop’s winter schedule

Domestic Markets	Service Starts	Service Offered	Weekly Frequency	Air Transportation Charges (ATC) base fare from	Taxes, Fees and Charges	Total One- Way Price From *
Abbotsford and London	June 25	Daily except Saturday	6x	$87.17	$11.83	$99CAD
Abbotsford and Winnipeg	June 25	Monday, Wednesday & Friday	3x	$115.73	$13.26	$129CAD
Edmonton and Abbotsford	June 25	Daily	16x	$19.07	$39.93	$59CAD
Edmonton and Winnipeg	June 25	Monday, Wednesday & Friday	3x	$19.07	$39.93	$59CAD
Edmonton and Hamilton	June 25	Daily except Saturday	6x	$76.21	$42.79	$119CAD
Edmonton and London	June 25	Daily except Saturday	6x	$57.17	$41.83	$99CAD
Hamilton and Abbotsford	June 25	Daily except Saturday	6x	$108.59	$50.41	$159CAD
Hamilton and Winnipeg	June 25	Daily except Thursday	6x	$46.64	$42.36	$89CAD
Hamilton and Halifax	June 25	Tuesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday	4x	$55.49	$43.51	$99CAD
Transborder Markets	Service Starts	Service Offered	Weekly Frequency	Air Transportation Charges (ATC) base fare from	Taxes, Fees and Charges	Total One- Way Price From *
Abbotsford and Las Vegas	June 25	Thursday & Sunday	2x	$38.44	$60.56	$99CAD
Kelowna and Las Vegas	June 25	Thursday & Sunday	2x	$18.44	$80.56	$99CAD
Edmonton and Las Vegas	June 25	Daily	7x	$27.49	$91.51	$119CAD
Edmonton and Orlando	June 25	Monday & Friday	2x	$65.58	$93.41	$159CAD
Edmonton and Mesa	June 25	Wednesday & Sunday	2x	$85.00	$94.39	$179.39CAD
Winnipeg and Las Vegas	November 15	Monday & Friday	2x	$51.53	$87.47	$139CAD
Winnipeg and Orlando	November 15	Tuesday & Friday	2x	$51.53	$87.47	$139CAD
Winnipeg and Fort Lauderdale	November 16	Monday & Saturday	2x	$70.58	$88.42	$159CAD
Winnipeg and Tampa Bay	November 17	Thursday & Sunday	2x	$51.53	$87.47	$139CAD
Winnipeg and Mesa	December 15	Thursday & Sunday	2x	$89.63	$89.37	$179CAD
London and Las Vegas	October 3	Thursday & Sunday	2x	$69.00	$70.00	$139CAD
London and Orlando	October 26	Wednesday & Saturday	2x	$69.00	$70.00	$139CAD
Hamilton and Las Vegas	June 25	Monday, Thursday, Friday & Sunday	4x	$68.68	$90.32	$159CAD
Hamilton and Orlando	June 25	Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Saturday	4x	$30.58	$88.42	$119CAD
Hamilton and Tampa Bay	June 25	Monday, Wednesday & Sunday	3x	$30.58	$88.42	$119CAD
Hamilton and Fort Lauderdale	June 25	Monday, Friday & Saturday	3x	$30.58	$88.41	$119CAD
International Markets	Service Starts	Service Offered	Weekly Frequency	Air Transportation Charges (ATC) base fare from	Taxes, Fees and Charges	Total One- Way Price From *
Abbotsford and Mazatlán	June 25	Wednesday & Friday	2x	$95.27	$63.91	$159.18CAD
Abbotsford and Puerto Vallarta	June 25	Monday & Saturday	2x	$135.27	$63.91	$199.18CAD
Edmonton and Los Cabos	November 2	Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday	3x	$83.59	$95.41	$179CAD
Edmonton and Puerto Vallarta	October 19	Monday & Saturday	2x	$83.59	$95.41	$179CAD
Edmonton and Cancun	October 24	Thursday & Saturday	2x	$83.59	$95.41	$179CAD
Edmonton and Mazatlán	November 2	Wednesday & Saturday	2x	$83.59	$95.41	$179CAD
Winnipeg and Los Cabos	November 17	Wednesday & Sunday	2x	$108.84	$90.16	$199CAD
Winnipeg and Puerto Vallarta	November 27	Tuesday	2x	$88.84	$90.16

Top Copyright Photo: Swoop (WestJet) Boeing 737-8CT SSWL C-FYBK (msn 40336) YHM (TMK Photography). Image: 946775.

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Swoop completes its Mexico route launches

Swoop on January 20, 2019 celebrated its final of four inaugural flights to Mexico this January. Flight WO604 departed from Abbotsford International Airport (YXX) at 11:00 a.m. PST and arrived at Mazatlán International Airport (MZT) at 4:19 p.m. PST.

Earlier this month, Swoop celebrated initial service to Cancun and Puerto Vallarta from Hamilton and to Puerto Vallarta from Abbotsford. This flight to Mazatlán was met on arrival with a water arch, spirited mariachi band and travelers were greeted by the Ministry of Tourism of the province of Sinaloa.

Flights are now available for booking through April 27, 2019.

Details of Swoop’s service to Mexico:

Service Between	Service Offered	Weekly Frequency	Total One-Way Price From*
Hamilton and Puerto Vallarta	Tuesday, Saturday	2 x per week	$139 CAD
Hamilton and Cancun	Monday, Friday, Saturday	3 x per week	$139 CAD
Abbotsford and Puerto Vallarta	Monday, Saturday	2 x per week	$159 CAD
Abbotsford and Mazatlán	Thursday, Sunday	2 x per week	$159 CAD

^†Every day low fares. Lower promotional fares may be available during select travel periods.

Top Copyright Photo (all others by the airline): Swoop (WestJet) Boeing 737-8CT SSWL C-FONK (msn 40835) FLL (Tony Storck). Image: 945287.

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Swoop inaugurates the first commercial flight from Hamilton to Puerto Vallarta

Today Swoop celebrates its first of four inaugural flights to Mexico. Flight WO660 departs John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport (YHM) at 8:00 a.m. EST and arrives at the Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR) at 12:28 p.m. CST.

This is the first time an airline has offered service to Puerto Vallarta from the Hamilton International Airport. Travellers can also enjoy flights from Hamilton to Cancun beginning January 14, 2019 and Abbotsford to Puerto Vallarta and Mazatlán beginning January 12, 2019 and January 20, 2019respectively.

The Puerto Vallarta International Airport and tourism partners are welcoming the arrival of the first Swoop aircraft and its travellers with a water arch, refreshments, gift bags and a lively mariachi band.

Flights are now available for booking through to April 27, 2019.

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Top Copyright Photo: Swoop (WestJet) Boeing 737-8CT SSWL C-FPLS (msn 60132) YHM (TMK Photography). Image: 943478.

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Swoop to fly to three destinations in Mexico

Swoop has announced service to Mexico with the addition of four new routes serving the cities of Cancún, Mazatlán and Puerto Vallarta.

John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport (YHM) will see twice weekly service to Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR) and three times weekly service to Cancún International Airport (CUN) beginning January 8, 2019 and January 14, 2019, respectively.

Similarly, Abbotsford International Airport (YXX) will enjoy twice weekly service to Puerto Vallarta (PVR) and twice weekly service to Mazatlán International Airport (MZT) beginning January 12, 2019 and January 20, 2019, respectively.

Flights are now available for booking through to April 27, 2019.

Service Between	Service starts	Service Offered	Frequency
Hamilton and Puerto Vallarta	January 8, 2019	Tue, Sat	2x weekly
Hamilton and Cancún	January 14, 2019	Mon, Fri, Sat	3x weekly
Abbotsford and Puerto Vallarta	January 12, 2019	Mon, Sat	2x weekly
Abbotsford and Mazatlán	January 20, 2019	Thu, Sun	2x weekly

Top Copyright Photo (all others by Swoop): Swoop (WestJet) Boeing 737-8CT SSWL C-FPLS (msn 60132) YHM (TMK Photography). Image: 943479.

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Montego Bay, Jamaica is Swoop’s newest destination

Swoop has announced Montego Bay, Jamaica as its first Caribbean sun-destination. Twice weekly service from John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport (YHM) to Sangster International Airport (MBJ) begins December 16, 2018 and operates through to April 24, 2019.

Swoop is the first Canadian ultra-low-cost carrier to provide sun-service from Canada to the U.S. and Caribbean, with the addition of Montego Baycomplementing the five U.S destinations that were announced with the winter schedule release on August 2, 2018.

Flights are now available for booking through to April 24, 2019.