DALLAS — WestJet’s (WS) freighter operations have been delayed by nine months due to obstacles to certifying four modified Boeing 737-800 aircraft.
Four cargo jets stand idle on the tarmac at Calgary International Airport (YYC), WS’ base of operations, while Boeing awaits clearance from Canadian aviation authorities for the Boeing Converted Freighter (BCF) aircraft.
In the spring of last year, WS officials said they hoped to begin cargo operations in July of this year. Now,…