Air Canada reports November traffic
MONTREAL, Dec. 5 /CNW Telbec/ - For the month of November, system traffic
on a consolidated basis for Air Canada and Jazz rose 2.7 per cent, led by
domestic Canada traffic growth of 3.5 per cent, on a capacity increase of
3.9 per cent system wide. This resulted in a load factor of 75.7 per cent
versus 76.6 per cent in November 2006.
The mainline carrier flew 2.1 per cent more revenue passenger miles
(RPMs) in November 2007 than in November 2006, according to preliminary
traffic figures. Capacity increased by 3.6 per cent, resulting in a load
factor of 76.1 per cent, compared to 77.2 per cent in November 2006; a
decrease of 1.1 percentage points.
Jazz, from which Air Canada purchases regional capacity, flew 7.8 per
cent more RPMs in November 2007 than in November 2006, according to
preliminary traffic figures. Capacity increased by 7.0 per cent, resulting in
a load factor of 72.2 per cent, compared to 71.7 per cent in November 2006; an
increase of 0.5 percentage points.
"In November, Air Canada and Jazz together reported continued growth in
traffic with an increase of 2.7 per cent system wide, led by the domestic
market. This resulted in a load factor of 75.7 per cent on a combined basis,"
said Montie Brewer, President and Chief Executive Officer. "These solid
results produced in this traditionally slower off-peak season underscore
effective capacity management on an on-going basis. At the end of November we
received our eighth of 18 Boeing 777 aircraft scheduled for delivery by the
end of 2009, as we continue to renew our fleet with more fuel efficient
aircraft. Our customers now enjoy flying these state-of-the-art aircraft
featuring lie-flat beds in business class on all our Toronto non-stop services
to Hong Kong, Beijing and Shanghai, as well as on key European routes. This
month, we are looking forward to introducing the only non-stop service between
Canada and Australia with the launch December 14th of daily Vancouver-Sydney
service operated with our new 777-200LR aircraft."
NOTE: Beginning in May 2007, Air Canada has adjusted the way it reports
its monthly traffic results. Tier 3 flying is now included in mainline results
along with Jetz. Charter flying is apportioned among the respective market
segments. The November 2006 and year-to-date traffic numbers have been
adjusted to reflect these changes for year-over-year comparisons.
This disclosure may include forward-looking statements within the meaning
of applicable securities laws. Forward-looking statements are based on
assumptions, are subject to important risks and uncertainties and cannot be
relied upon due to, amongst other things, changing external factors and
general uncertainties of the business. Results indicated in forward-looking
statements may differ materially from actual results due to a number of
factors, including without limitation, energy prices, general industry, market
and economic conditions, war, terrorist acts, labour or pension issues,
changes in laws and regulations, litigation and actions by third parties as
well as the factors identified in Air Canada's public disclosure file
accessible through SEDAR at www.sedar.com. Air Canada disclaims any intention
or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements whether as a
result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required
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AIR CANADA MAINLINE
(Includes Jetz & Tier 3)
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NOVEMBER Year-To-Date
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2007 2006 Change 2007 2006 Change
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Traffic
(RPMs millions) 3,065 3,001 +2.1% 42,704 41,594 +2.7%
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Capacity
(ASMs millions) 4,027 3,888 +3.6% 52,461 51,256 +2.4%
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Load Factor 76.1% 77.2% -1.1 pts 81.4% 81.1% +0.3 pts
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RPMs 887 873 +1.6% 12,081 11,635 +3.8%
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Canada ASMs 1,121 1,091 +2.7% 14,823 14,496 +2.3%
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Load
Factor 79.1% 80.0% -0.9 pts 81.5% 80.3% +1.2 pts
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RPMs 552 537 +2.8% 6,912 6,858 +0.8%
U.S. ---------------------------------------------------------------
Trans- ASMs 735 714 +2.9% 8,780 8,689 +1.0%
border ---------------------------------------------------------------
Load
Factor 75.1% 75.2% -0.1 pts 78.7% 78.9% -0.2 pts
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RPMs 719 709 +1.4% 11,578 11,245 +3.0%
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Atlantic ASMs 975 924 +5.5% 13,934 13,447 +3.6%
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Load
Factor 73.7% 76.7% -3.0 pts 83.1% 83.6% -0.5 pts
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RPMs 588 592 -0.7% 8,059 8,002 +0.7%
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Pacific ASMs 766 740 +3.5% 9,737 9,672 +0.7%
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Load
Factor 76.8% 80.0% -3.2 pts 82.8% 82.7% +0.1 pts
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Latin
America
& Other RPMs 319 290 +10.0% 4,074 3,854 +5.7%
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ASMs 430 419 +2.6% 5,187 4,952 +4.7%
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Load
Factor 74.2% 69.2% +5.0 pts 78.5% 77.8% +0.7 pts
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AIR CANADA'S REGIONAL CAPACITY PROVIDER
(JAZZ)
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NOVEMBER Year-To-Date
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2007 2006 Change 2007 2006 Change
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Traffic
(RPMs millions) 330 306 +7.8% 3,932 3,499 +12.4%
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Capacity
(ASMs millions) 457 427 +7.0% 5,286 4,842 +9.2%
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Load Factor 72.2 71.7% +0.5 pts 74.4% 72.3% +2.1 pts
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RPMs 249 225 +10.7% 2,954 2,611 +13.1%
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Canada ASMs 334 304 +9.9% 3,849 3,514 +9.5%
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Load
Factor 74.6% 74.0% +0.6 pts 76.7% 74.3% +2.4 pts
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RPMs 81 81 0.0% 978 888 +10.1%
U.S. ---------------------------------------------------------------
Trans- ASMs 123 123 0.0% 1,437 1,328 +8.2%
border ---------------------------------------------------------------
Load
Factor 65.9% 65.9% 0.0 pts 68.1% 66.9% +1.2 pts
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COMBINED
(AIR CANADA MAINLINE AND JAZZ)
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NOVEMBER Year-To-Date
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2007 2006 Change 2007 2006 Change
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Traffic
(RPMs millions) 3,395 3,307 +2.7% 46,636 45,093 +3.4%
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Capacity
(ASMs millions) 4,484 4,315 +3.9% 57,747 56,098 +2.9%
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Load Factor 75.7% 76.6% -0.9 pts 80.8% 80.4% +0.4 pts
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RPMs 1,136 1,098 +3.5% 15,035 14,246 +5.5%
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Canada ASMs 1,455 1,395 +4.3% 18,672 18,010 +3.7%
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Load
Factor 78.1% 78.7% -0.6 pts 80.5% 79.1% +1.4 pts
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RPMs 633 618 +2.4% 7,890 7,746 +1.9%
U.S. ---------------------------------------------------------------
Trans- ASMs 858 837 +2.5% 10,217 10,017 +2.0%
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Load
Factor 73.8% 73.8% 0.0 pts 77.2% 77.3% -0.1 pts
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Inter-
national RPMs 1,626 1,591 +2.2% 23,711 23,101 +2.6%
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ASMs 2,171 2,083 +4.2% 28,858 28,071 +2.8%
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Load
Factor 74.9% 76.4% -1.5 pts 82.2% 82.3% -0.1 pts
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