Allegiant, AirTran & WestJet increase capacity in Feb-2010/1Q2010; WestJet upgrades 1Q RASM forecast

WestJet CEO, Sean Durfy, upon the release of the carrier’s Feb-2010 traffic results, commented that “while we are seeing signs of a slight, albeit slow, improvement in the demand environment, first quarter RASM is tracking to an anticipated decline of less than 3%”. He added, “we are encouraged by these positive indications and feel well positioned to capitalise on improving industry conditions."