“If granted, this unprecedented request would allow Flair to continue operating outside the bounds of existing Canadian law, setting a troubling precedent while also threatening consumer confidence in the sector, at a time when the travel industry is working hard to provide a strong and sustainable future for air travel for Canadians,” the National Airlines Council of Canada and the Air Transport Association of Canada said in a joint statement.
Flair is facing an investigation by the Canadian Transport Agency over whether it meets the requirements for Canadian ownership. Under the Act, at least 51 per cent of a company’s voting interests must be Canadian, and no more than 25 per cent of voting interests may be held by a single non-Canadian company or person.Article content
The Edmonton-based Flair, which has until May 3 to answer the agency’s preliminary findings or potentially have its licence suspended, has asked for an 18-month exemption to address the issue. “Allowing Flair’s continued operation outside of longstanding, clear laws would set a dangerous precedent for those in aviation, business, and most importantly, Canadian consumers,” said the statement.
Dear National Airlines Council of Canada and Air Transport Association of Canada: You both r lobby groups for major airlines in order to keep airfares high.U hate good competition. You try to sway major decision with your lobbying power. Canadians dont agree with u.
Someone is afraid of losing market share…