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Transair
In 1978, the Company acquired the regional carrier Transair Ltd. of Winnipeg. In
February 1979, in an agreement with the Canadian Transport Commission, Transair
ceased all scheduled operations east of Winnipeg and Calgary/Edmonton via Regina
and Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. This linked the Pacific Western/Transair systems,
completing the first step to eventual merger. On December 1, 1979, all operating
licenses and routes were transferred to Pacific Western Airlines and Transair
ceased as a regional carrier.
The Transair component provided a vital element to the success of Pacific
Western. Their equipment, people and routes complemented the services of
Pacific Western and added a segment to the much needed access to Eastern
markets.
Transair Aircraft etc
Interesting Article from the 60's -
Appointment A. Norman
to President.
Are you looking for famous Transair Alumni, our very own Peter Mansbridge
started his career at Churchill Airport
We are also proud to have Capt. Rosella Bjornson onboard. You can read her
story here.
The picture next to Rosella is her and her husband Bill Pratt celebrating her induction into
Canada's Aviation Hall of fame. Photo from the Netletter & Stu Russell.
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