Harbour Air has announced a significant increase in flight capacity and schedule to support the qathet region during the coming temporary closure of its airport.
According to a media release from Harbour Air, effective April 8, the airline will be ramping up its operations, offering increased flights seven days a week to and from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) south and downtown Vancouver. Bookings for these expanded services are now available for purchase on harbourair.com.
Chris Fordyce, vice-president of commercial at Harbour Air, expressed the company's dedication to supporting Powell River during this period, stating: "At Harbour Air, we recognize the vital role transportation plays in the economic and social well-being of communities. As Powell River faces the temporary closure of its airport, we are committed to stepping up our efforts to ensure uninterrupted access to essential air travel services. Increasing our flights to and from Powell River is a demonstration of our ongoing commitment to supporting the community and its residents."
The release stated that the decision to bolster flight services to the region underscores Harbour Air's commitment to providing essential connectivity to communities, especially during challenging times. The increased frequency and availability of flights aim to mitigate the inconvenience caused by the airport closure and ensure seamless transportation options for residents, visitors, and local businesses, according to the release.
Harbour Air encourages passengers to visit the website, harbourair.com, to make bookings and stay updated on flight schedules and any additional announcements related to the increased services.
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