WestJet talking to Boeing, Airbus on 767 replacement

WestJet has started talks with aircraft makers on replacements for its fleet of Boeing 767-300s, with delivery expected by the end of this decade. The airline is talking to Boeing and Airbus on options to replace the 767, an extended range aircraft that will serve Europe starting in May, CE Gregg Saretsky said. WestJet currently has 3 767s and expects delivery of a fourth in April, with all 4 dedicated to non-stop flights to London Gatwick from 5 Canadian cities. The airline is also in the market for more 767s, as it looks to build out its Europe-focused fleet. WestJet offers seasonal flights from Canada to Dublin and Glasgow. Saretsky declined to comment on any specific plans to expand into other markets, noting that the 11-hour range of the 767s would allow for direct flights from Canada to cities in Asia, Eastern Europe and South America. <br/>
Reuters
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