Abstract This paper discusses the Canadian airline industry. Some historical reference is used to support the research and particular emphasis is given to Air Canada. Air Canada is Canada's largest airline with approximately 70% of the market and as such has a considerable impact on the overall economy. Some mention is given to the national airport systems (NAS) and its relationship to the airline industry.
From the Paper "The Canadian Airline industry is often overlooked in relation to the North American airline industry as a whole and in relation to the financial woes of the American airline industry. Yet, the Canadian airline industry suffered as much a devastating blow due to the events of September 11^th, 2001 (9/11) as the American airline industry. A general global spiral in the performance of air carriers internationally has not bypassed the Canadian airline industry either. "
Abstract This paper discusses Air Canada in the broader context of its market and the Canadian airline industry. It examines Air Canada within the framework of Porter's 5 Forces model of competition as well as providing a PEST analysis of its market. The paper discusses the importance of ensuring its survival in an increasingly competitive environment as it is vital for the Canadian economy, as well as its national identity.
From the Paper "Air Canada, as the leading Canadian airline, has had a difficult time navigating the market in a post 9/11 world. The Canadian Airline industry is often overlooked in relation to the North American airline industry as a whole and in relation to the financial woes of the American airline industry. Yet, the Canadian airline industry suffered as much a devastating blow due to the events of September 11, 2001 (9/11) as the American airline industry. "
Abstract This paper takes a look at the issues Air Canada, as the leading Canadian airline, has been experiencing navigating the market in a post 9/11 world. According to the paper, the Canadian Airline industry is often overlooked in relation to the North American airline industry as a whole, and in relation to the financial woes of the American airline industry. Yet, the Canadian airline industry suffered as much a devastating blow due to the events of September 11th, 2001 (9/11) as the American airline industry.
