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WestJet’s new ultra low-cost arm will have six aircraft in service before the end of the year, the carrier’s chief executive has confirmed, with plans to expand trans-border and internationally.
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The chief executive of WestJet has admitted the airline would look at a potential revenue-sharing arrangement or joint-venture with a US carrier as it pushes forward its expansion strategy.
