Connecting northern British Columbia communities by air.
Founded
1997
Headquarters
Terrace, Canada
Hawkair is a regional Canadian airline headquartered in Terrace, British Columbia, serving communities across northern BC. The airline focuses on connecting smaller northern communities to larger centres, providing an essential air link for residents and businesses in remote areas.
Founded in 1997, Hawkair has operated scheduled passenger services between cities such as Terrace, Prince George, Smithers, and Vancouver. The airline has played an important role in the regional economy of northern British Columbia, particularly supporting industries like forestry and mining.
Hawkair has faced financial challenges over the years and has undergone ownership changes. The airline operates turboprop aircraft suited to the shorter regional routes it serves, and it competes with other regional carriers for passengers in northern BC.
Hubs & network
Hawkair operates primarily out of Northwest Regional Airport (Terrace-Kitimat) in Terrace, British Columbia.
Fleet
Hawkair has operated Bombardier Dash 8 turboprop aircraft on its regional routes in northern British Columbia.
Notable facts
- ›Hawkair serves remote communities in northern British Columbia that have limited transportation options.
- ›The airline has faced financial difficulties and ownership changes during its history.
- ›Hawkair suspended operations at various points due to financial pressures.
- ›The airline serves key northern BC cities including Terrace, Smithers, and Prince George.
- ›Hawkair's routes are economically significant to resource industries in northern BC.
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