Swoop Airlines is a Canadian ultra-low-cost carrier and a subsidiary of WestJet. The airline was founded in 2017 and started its operations the following year, with its headquarters in Calgary.
Swoop’s business model is based on offering low-cost fares and charging for additional services, such as baggage and seat selection.
The airline initially operated flights within Canada, but it expanded its route network to include destinations in the United States, Mexico, and the Caribbean.
Swoop has faced some challenges in its early years, including operational issues and criticisms of its business practices, but it has also received positive reviews for its affordability and customer service.
As of 2021, Swoop continues to operate as a growing player in the Canadian and international aviation markets.
On June 9th, 2023, WestJet announced that it will be shutting down Swoop Airlines and consolidating the airline within the WestJet brand. Swoop will continue to fly its route until October 2023, which is when the integration is expected to be fully complete.
Year Founded: 2017
Years of Operation: 6 years
Airline Type: Ultra Low Cost
Call Sign: SWOOP
Website: https://www.flyswoop.com/
About Swoop Aircraft Fleet
Swoop has a total of 16 aircraft.
They most commonly fly the Boeing 737-800 and Boeing 737 MAX 8.
Boeing 737-800
The 737-800 is a popular narrow-body jetliner that is designed for short to medium-haul flights. It can seat up to 189 passengers and has a range of over 3,000 miles.
Boeing 737 MAX 8
The 737 MAX 8 is the latest version of the popular 737 families of narrow-body jetliners. It can seat up to 210 passengers and has a range of over 3,500 miles.
Swoop Hubs and Focus Cities
Swoop utilizes the following locations as its hub or focus cities.
- Winnipeg – Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport
- Edmonton – Edmonton International Airport
Swoop currently flies to 32 destinations.
The following destinations are its most popular routes based on the number of flights offered per day.
- Edmonton to Abbotsford
- Toronto to Cancun
- Abbotsford to Toronto
- Edmonton to Las Vegas
- Las Vegas to Toronto
