Good news for Sask. travellers: WestJet does cabin refresh for all-economy fleet

WestJet says Saskatchewan travelers will see updated cabins across its all-economy fleet this winter after completing the final phase of a cabin-refresh program. In a Tuesday release, the Calgary-based carrier confirmed it has finished transforming the remaining aircraft that had previously been operated by Swoop and Sunwing, acquisitions it described as an effort to unify customer experience. WestJet’s refresh includes upgraded Premium seats, an expanded Extended Comfort cabin, improved amenities and a refreshed interior look, along with features such as fast and free WestJet Wi-Fi, updated four-way-adjustable headrests, seatback device holders, modernized charging ports and coat hooks. It will also refurbish about 14 Boeing 737-800 aircraft starting in September, with completion expected by end-2027. Separately, WestJet restored legroom on its 737s by reducing seating from 180 to 174 seats after backlash. The company also said its entire fleet will be in its teal and navy colors by year-end.