Porter Airlines October load factor grows 4.7 points

Revenue Passenger Miles up 41.7%

TORONTO, Nov. 3 /CNW/ - Porter Airlines' passenger statistics for October 2010 produced a load factor of 56.3 per cent, based on 98.8 million ASMs (Available Seat Miles) and 55.7 million RPMs (Revenue Passenger Miles).  This represents a 4.7 point load factor increase from 51.6 per cent in October 2009.  ASMs grew 29.7 per cent from 76.2 million and RPMs increased 41.7 per cent from 39.3 million over the same period.

"We are seeing positive momentum continue with growth across all key measures," said Robert Deluce, president and CEO of Porter Airlines.  "The Thanksgiving weekend posted record passenger numbers and our team members are doing an excellent job maintaining the high levels of service that Porter has become known for as the airline expands."

Traffic report

	October			Year-to-date
	2010	2009	Change	2010	2009	Change
RPMs (millions)	55.7	39.3	41.7%	479.0	235.2	103.7%
ASMs (millions)	98.8	76.2	29.7%	898.1	496.5	80.9%
Load factor	56.3%	51.6%	+4.7 pts	53.3%	47.4%	+5.9 pts

Porter had an industry-leading break-even load factor of 49% in 2009.

About Porter Airlines

Porter Airlines is Canada's third-largest scheduled carrier, based at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport.  Porter is an Official 4 Star Airline® in the World Airline Star Rating® by Skytrax, committed to offering speed, convenience and service as part of a premium travel experience. A refined journey begins on the ground with comfortable airport lounges and service-oriented team members.  The experience continues seamlessly in the air with spacious interiors and well-appointed crew.  Passengers enjoy complimentary services, including free in-flight wine, beer and premium snacks, all aboard modern aircraft.

The airline currently serves Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal, Quebec City, Moncton, Halifax, St. John's, Thunder Bay, Sudbury, New York (Newark), Chicago (Midway), Boston (Logan), and has seasonal flights to Mt. Tremblant, Que. and Myrtle Beach, SC. 

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