The decision was made in September of 2017. The level of service at the airport did not change. Only the air carriers as part of the Northern Air Transport Association were approached, as the airport operational certificate was maintained. Any aircraft that Air Canada or WestJet could operate in the Northwest Territories can land in Fort Smith.
Katrina Nokleby on Question 66-19(2): Fort Smith Regional Airport
In the Legislative Assembly on February 12th, 2020. See this statement in context.
Question 66-19(2): Fort Smith Regional Airport
Recognition Of Visitors In The Gallery
February 12th, 2020
Page 112
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