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When three Rolls-Royce Merlin engines fire up on the tarmac at Saint John Airport, you won’t just hear them – you’ll feel them. In August, Air Show Atlantic will bring a P-51 Mustang, a Hawker Hurricane and a Supermarine Spitfire to YSJ as part of Victory Flight from Vintage Wings in Gatineau, Que. For aviation…
At Saint John Airport, we’re always looking for meaningful ways to celebrate the people and partnerships that make our region special. On Feb. 13, passengers on the midday Air Canada and Pascan flights were treated to a heartwarming surprise that blended local flavour, Maritime hospitality and a touch of musical magic. To mark an early…
Winter kept us busy at YSJ – and as we head into spring, there’s even more to look forward to. Whether you’re travelling for work, heading to see family, or planning your next getaway, here are a few updates you’ll want to know about. Flair Airlines returns April 17 Flair Airlines resumes non-stop Toronto service…
Court Edeburn is taking his message of growth directly to the community. As President and CEO of Saint John Airport, Court has been meeting with business leaders, community groups, and stakeholders across the region to demystify air service development: how it works, what drives airline decisions, and how local support directly impacts the routes we…
By Court Edeburn When I think about why airports matter, I don’t start with route maps or aircraft schedules. I go back to growing up in British Columbia. In many parts of that province, geography isn’t just scenery – it shapes daily life. Mountains separate communities. Ferries dictate timing. Highways stretch long and narrow through…
As part of YSJ’s commitment to reducing our carbon footprint, we took a meaningful step in 2025 by upgrading our security team’s vehicle to an electric vehicle. But while the EV is efficient, it was also…very white and very plain. So we decided to make it something special. We invited students at our PALS…
For many travellers, the first real moment of an airport journey happens at security. At Saint John Airport, that moment is shaped by Jeremy Parlee – a familiar face and a steady presence who has spent more than two decades helping passengers move calmly and confidently on their way. Jeremy joined Saint John Airport in…
Behind every smooth departure and safe landing at Saint John Airport is a dedicated team working quietly in the background – often long before passengers arrive and long after they’ve gone. That work becomes especially critical during winter. “When a winter storm hits, the first person out the door is the foreman,” Maintenance Supervisor Andrew…
photo: The Honourable Steven MacKinnon, Minister of Transport and Government House leader (on left), shakes hands with Court Edeburn. By Court Edeburn When I stepped into this role last month, people asked what my first priority would be. The answer was straightforward: more flights, more often. Everything we want to accomplish at Saint John Airport…
Saint John Airport is welcoming community members, neighbours, and stakeholders today to a public open house as part of its Land Use Plan update – a Transport Canada–required process that guides how airport lands are managed now and into the future. The Land Use Plan helps shape how the airport grows and operates, and the…