Air Canada reports September traffic
MONTREAL, Oct. 3 /CNW Telbec/ - Air Canada reported a consolidated load
factor of 78.7 per cent in September 2007.
The mainline carrier flew 3.0 per cent more revenue passenger miles
(RPMs) in September 2007 than in September 2006, according to preliminary
traffic figures. Capacity increased by 3.7 per cent, resulting in a load
factor of 79.1 per cent, compared to 79.6 per cent in September 2006; a
decrease of 0.5 percentage points.
Jazz, from which Air Canada purchases regional capacity, flew 6.3 per
cent more RPMs in September 2007 than in September 2006, according to
preliminary traffic figures. Capacity increased by 3.6 per cent, resulting in
a load factor of 73.5 per cent, compared to 71.6 per cent in September 2006;
an increase of 1.9 percentage points.
Year over year, system traffic on a consolidated basis for Air Canada and
Jazz rose 3.3 per cent on a capacity increase of 3.7 per cent. This resulted
in a load factor of 78.7 per cent versus 78.9 per cent in September 2006.
"In September, Air Canada and Jazz together reported continued growth in
traffic, resulting in a combined load factor of 78.7 per cent," said Montie
Brewer, President and Chief Executive Officer. "These solid results year over
year underscore effective capacity management as we continue to grow and renew
our fleet with new Boeing 777 and Embraer aircraft. I am particularly proud of
our employees who met targets for both On-time Performance and Customer
Satisfaction during this busy travel month as their hard work continues to
earn the loyalty of our customers."
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 September 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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SEPTEMBER YEAR-TO-DATE
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2007 2006 Change 2007 2006 Change
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Traffic
(RPMs millions) 4,125 4,003 +3.0% 35,944 34,997 +2.7%
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Capacity
(ASMs millions) 5,212 5,027 +3.7% 43,759 42,815 +2.2%
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Load Factor 79.1% 79.6% -0.5 pts 82.1% 81.7% +0.4 pts
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RPMs 1,153 1,127 +2.3% 10,125 9,714 +4.2%
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Canada ASMs 1,471 1,412 +4.2% 12,365 12,112 +2.1%
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Load
Factor 78.4% 79.8% -1.4 pts 81.9% 80.2% +1.7 pts
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RPMs 568 555 +2.3% 5,782 5,760 +0.4%
U.S. ---------------------------------------------------------------
Trans- ASMs 763 732 +4.2% 7,299 7,238 +0.8%
border ---------------------------------------------------------------
Load
Factor 74.4% 75.8% -1.4 pts 79.2% 79.6% -0.4 pts
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RPMs 1,302 1,259 +3.4% 9,850 9,581 +2.8%
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Atlantic ASMs 1,575 1,496 +5.3% 11,665 11,288 +3.3%
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Load
Factor 82.7% 84.2% -1.5 pts 84.4% 84.9% -0.5 pts
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RPMs 797 796 +0.1% 6,727 6,630 +1.5%
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Pacific ASMs 1,012 1,029 -1.7% 8,057 7,986 +0.9%
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Load
Factor 78.8% 77.4% +1.4 pts 83.5% 83.0% +0.5 pts
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RPMs 305 266 +14.7% 3,460 3,312 +4.5%
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America ASMs 391 358 +9.2% 4,373 4,191 +4.3%
& Other -------------------------------------------------------------
Load
Factor 78.0% 74.3% +3.7 pts 79.1% 79.0% +0.1 pts
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AIR CANADA'S REGIONAL CAPACITY PROVIDER
(JAZZ)
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SEPTEMBER YEAR-TO-DATE
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2007 2006 Change 2007 2006 Change
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Traffic
(RPMs millions) 357 336 +6.3% 3,239 2,836 +14.2%
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Capacity
(ASMs millions) 486 469 +3.6% 4,340 3,925 +10.6%
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Load Factor 73.5% 71.6% +1.9 pts 74.6% 72.3% +2.3 pts
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RPMs 271 254 +6.7% 2,432 2,116 +14.9%
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Canada ASMs 356 339 +5.0% 3,162 2,851 +10.9%
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Load
Factor 76.1% 74.9% +1.2 pts 76.9% 74.2% +2.7 pts
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RPMs 86 82 +4.9% 807 720 +12.1%
U.S. --------------------------------------------------------------
Trans- ASMs 130 130 0.0% 1,178 1,074 +9.7%
border --------------------------------------------------------------
Load
Factor 66.2% 63.1% +3.1 pts 68.5% 67.0% +1.5 pts
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COMBINED
(AIR CANADA MAINLINE AND JAZZ)
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SEPTEMBER YEAR-TO-DATE
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2007 2006 Change 2007 2006 Change
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Traffic
(RPMs millions) 4,482 4,339 +3.3% 39,183 37,833 +3.6%
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Capacity
(ASMs millions) 5,698 5,496 +3.7% 48,099 46,740 +2.9%
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Load Factor 78.7% 78.9% -0.2 pts 81.5% 80.9% +0.6 pts
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RPMs 1,424 1,381 +3.1% 12,557 11,830 +6.1%
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Canada ASMs 1,827 1,751 +4.3% 15,527 14,963 +3.8%
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Load
Factor 77.9% 78.9% -1.0 pts 80.9% 79.1% +1.8 pts
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RPMs 654 637 +2.7% 6,589 6,480 +1.7%
U.S. ---------------------------------------------------------------
Trans- ASMs 893 862 +3.6% 8,477 8,312 +2.0%
border ---------------------------------------------------------------
Load
Factor 73.2% 73.9% -0.7 pts 77.7% 78.0% -0.3 pts
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RPMs 2,404 2,321 +3.6% 20,037 19,523 +2.6%
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tional ASMs 2,978 2,883 +3.3% 24,095 23,465 +2.7%
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Load
Factor 80.7% 80.5% +0.2 pts 83.2% 83.2% 0.0 pts
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