Airline Guide · North America
WestJet (WS)
Canada's second-largest airline, WestJet operates an extensive network of domestic, transborder, and international routes from its Calgary base.
WS airline facts
IATA Code
WS
ICAO Code
WJA
Callsign
WestJet
Country
Canada
Headquarters
Calgary
Region
North America
Alliance
Independent
Founded
1996
WestJet hubs
Primary airports where WestJet concentrates operations and offers the most connections.
Frequently asked: WS
Where is WestJet based?
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WestJet (IATA: WS, ICAO: WJA) is headquartered in Calgary, Canada. The airline was founded in 1996 and operates a fleet of approximately 180 aircraft.
What is WestJet's IATA code?
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The IATA code for WestJet is WS. The ICAO code is WJA. The radio callsign used by air traffic control is "WestJet".
Which alliance does WestJet belong to?
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WestJet is an independent airline and does not belong to any of the three major airline alliances (Star Alliance, SkyTeam, or oneworld), though it may have codeshare partnerships with other carriers.
What are WestJet's primary hubs?
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WestJet operates primary hubs at YYC, YYZ, YVR. These are the airports where the airline concentrates its operations and offers the most onward connections.
How many aircraft does WestJet have?
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WestJet operates a fleet of approximately 180 aircraft. Fleet size and composition change frequently as airlines retire older aircraft and add new ones — check the airline's website for the current fleet.
When was WestJet founded?
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WestJet was founded in 1996, making it one of the airlines with a long operational history.
Can I track WestJet flights on TripDesk365?
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