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Hurry! Last chance to enter to win free flights!

With the draw now just hours away on May 31, there’s still time to enter for a chance to win round-trip flights for two anywhere Air Canada flies in Canada. Saint John Airport is inviting travellers to complete a quick passenger survey that will help shape future improvements at YSJ – from the overall airport…

Advancing accessibility at YSJ: Share your experience

As we recognize National AccessAbility Week (May 31-June 6), YSJ is proud to join airports across Canada in celebrating progress and reaffirming our commitment to inclusive air travel for all. This week highlights both the advancements made and the important work still ahead as we continue to remove barriers and create a welcoming environment for…

From the Arctic to YSJ: Inside the world of a flight service specialist

If you’ve ever watched an aircraft land smoothly at Saint John Airport, there’s a good chance Mark Sommerfeld had a hand in making it happen, even if you didn’t hear his voice. A Flight Service Specialist (FSS) with NAV CANADA, Sommerfeld has spent 26 years helping guide aircraft safely through Canadian skies. “We’re here to…

Meet Tom Gribbons: A community-first approach to YSJ’s future

If you’ve travelled through Saint John Airport recently, you may not have met Tom Gribbons – but his work is helping shape the experience you have. Tom is the new Chair of the Saint John Airport board, stepping into the role at a time when YSJ is building momentum – growing passenger volumes, strengthening air…

More connected than ever – and working to stay that way

By Court Edeburn   I have to admit – June 15 cannot come fast enough. That is the day Pascan’s new connection through the Montréal Metropolitan Airport links up with Porter’s national network.  This means, for instance, that Saint John passengers can hop on a plane just before 7 a.m., and be in Calgary by…

Air Show tickets soon up for grabs!

The countdown is on. Tickets for Air Show Atlantic at Saint John Airport go on sale starting in early May, giving aviation fans their chance to secure a spot at one of the region’s most anticipated events of the summer. Set for August, this year’s show promises a world-class lineup, including the Snowbirds and a…

AGM preview – building air service

Saint John Airport’s Annual General Meeting on May 5 will offer a look back at the past year – and, just as importantly, a look ahead at what’s next for air service in our region. A key part of that conversation will come from special guest speaker Marcus Lam, Senior Vice-President with InterVISTAS, who has…

Now, it’s even easier to find your way

A fresh, streamlined wayfinding system is now in place throughout the Saint John Airport terminal, marking the completion of the first phase of our new signage project.  Designed in YSJ blue, the updated signage creates a clean, consistent visual identity while making it easier for passengers and visitors to find their way through the terminal…

A taste of community at YSJ

For many travellers passing through Saint John Airport, a stop at Connections Bistro is part of the journey. For Yan Del Valle and his wife, Yeny, it’s something more – it’s a way to be part of the community that makes YSJ what it is. Their connection to YSJ goes back almost 15 years, beginning…

Welcome back, Flair Airlines!

Friday, April 17, marked the welcome return of Flair Airlines’ seasonal service between Saint John and Toronto, a sure sign that summer travel is getting underway. This year marks Flair’s sixth season flying this popular route. Once again, early passenger numbers show just how much our community values this flight.  Flair’s Saint John-to-Toronto service operates…