Friday, February 16, 2024
Porter Airlines is expanding its operational capacity by establishing three new crew bases in Canada, accommodating more than 350 pilots and flight attendants at Ottawa International Airport (YOW), Montréal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL), and Vancouver International Airport (YVR). This strategic move aligns with the airline’s ambitious growth plans for its North American network.
In the upcoming summer, Porter Airlines will run 14 direct routes originating from Ottawa, six from Montreal, and three from Vancouver. These hubs serve to strengthen Porter’s network in Eastern Canada and support its growth in western markets.
“These new bases will provide significant opportunities for crew who want to live close to where they work,” said Kent Woodside, executive vice president and chief operating officer, Porter Airlines. “Local crew can better support Porter’s commitment to operational reliability and ultimately provide an even more elevated level of service for our passengers.”
Porter Airlines presently employs around 650 pilots and 775 cabin crew members stationed at a crew base in Toronto-Pearson for the Embraer E195-E2, along with crew bases for the Dash 8-400 aircraft located in Toronto-City, Ottawa, Halifax, and Thunder Bay. By the conclusion of 2024, the total crew count is expected to reach approximately 2,000.
For those interested in career prospects with Porter, detailed information can be accessed on the company’s website. Plans to establish crew bases in Ottawa and Montreal are set to commence in May, followed by Vancouver in July. Recruitment will occur in stages, with opportunities for internal transfers also available.
Sunday, April 28, 2024
Sunday, April 28, 2024
Sunday, April 28, 2024
