Air Canada

Air Canada’s predecessor was originally known as Trans-Canada Airlines.  Trans-Canada Airlines was originally formed in April 1936 as a subsidiary of Canadian National Railways, as the Canadian Department of Transport wanted an Airline under government control to link the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.  The first passenger flight took place on the 1st September 1937, carrying two passengers and mail from Vancouver to Seattle.  On the 1st July 1938 it hired its first flight attendants, and by 1940 had about 500 employees.  In 1964 Air Canada was given it present name, with the name change taking effect on 1st January 1965.  Currently Air Canada is the 14th largest airline in the world.

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Economy Class

• Baggage Allowance:1 Cabin Bag plus 2 Checked Pieces at 23Kgs. Please note a charge may apply for the second piece of checked luggage. Please ask for more information at the time of booking.
• Seat Pitch/Width: 30-33” / 18-19” (Approx), depending on type of aircraft
• Seat Back TV, with (AVOD), Audio Video on Demand
• 110V Laptop power points.
• Complimentary Headsets
• Complimentary Hot meal after take-off, and snack prior to arrival
• Complimentary beverages

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Executive First Class

• Baggage Allowance:1 Cabin Bag plus 3 Checked Pieces at 23Kgs
• Seat Pitch/Width: 75” / 21” Lie Flat Bed (Approx)  31” at the shoulders
• Dedicated Check-In, with the use of a Private Lounge, prior to take-off
• Dedicated washrooms
• Duvet and Pillow
• Ambient mood lighting to synchronize with time zones to ease jet lag
• Guaranteed aisle access
• An Amenity Kit containing toothbrush and paste, ear plugs, eye shades and socks
• 12 inch touch-screen TV with noise canceling headphones, with a choice of visual and audio entertainment
• Gourmet Dining, with complimentary beverages.
• Express meal option, (must be Pre-ordered).