Reuters
• Allison Lampert
Air Canada expects September and October revenue to break records, driven by premium travelers shifting trips away from Europe and Japan’s peak summer heat and crowds. The outlook points to continued strength in premium demand and a potentially broader seasonal reshaping of long-haul travel patterns.
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Air Canada expects September and October revenue to break records, driven by premium travelers shifting trips away from Europe and Japan’s peak summer heat and crowds. The outlook points to continued strength in premium demand and a potentially broader seasonal reshaping of long-haul travel patterns.
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