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Airline Capacity Shrinks as US-Canada Bookings Plummet 70%

3/26/2025

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Airline capacity between Canada and the US is set to shrink until October 2025, with passenger bookings plummeting by 70% from last year. While WestJet expands its European routes, Air Canada struggles with slot limitations. The drastic drop in forward bookings signals a troubling decline in consumer confidence amid persistent trade tensions.

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Story summary

Airline capacity between Canada and the US is set to shrink until October 2025, with passenger bookings plummeting by 70% from last year. While WestJet expands its European routes, Air Canada struggles with slot limitations. The drastic drop in forward bookings signals a troubling decline in consumer confidence amid persistent trade tensions.