Air Canada Brings Retired Boeing 767 Back for Service on Five Routes.

The Boeing 767s will begin operations in early 2025, offering passengers a chance to experience these legacy aircraft once again. The five routes these aircraft will serve are as follows:

Toronto (YYZ) to Las Vegas (LAS) from February 1 to March 29 (AC1281/1282)Toronto (YYZ) to Calgary (YYC) from February 15 to April 30 (AC157/156)Toronto (YYZ) to Edmonton (YEG) from February 15 to April 30 (AC163/166)Toronto (YYZ) to Montego Bay (MBJ) from March 31 to April 30 (AC932/983)Toronto (YYZ) to Phoenix (PHX) on March 14, 16, and 23

This move comes as part of Air Canada’s broader strategy to optimize its route network by making use of older aircraft to meet seasonal demand. Despite being over three decades old, the Boeing 767-300ERs have proven to be reliable workhorses for the airline, and their return will help alleviate capacity shortages in some regions.The reintegration of these aircraft aligns with Air Canada’s five-year fleet expansion strategy, which includes the acquisition of 90 new aircraft between 2024 and 2029. This ambitious plan involves a mix of wide and narrow-body models to enhance the airline’s operational efficiency and expand its network. The fleet expansion will include 30 Airbus A321XLRs, 27 Airbus A220s, 18 Boeing 787-10s, 12 Boeing 737 MAXs, and 2 Boeing 767-300ERs, with deliveries scheduled throughout the next several years.While the retired Boeing 767s will provide much-needed capacity for Air Canada in the short term, the carrier’s future fleet additions will help modernize its operations, improve passenger experience, and position the airline for continued success in a competitive aviation market.