Airline completes interior upgrades across remaining all-economy aircraft, while further narrowbody cabin retrofits are planned through 2027
WestJet has completed the cabin transformation of its remaining all-economy aircraft, marking a major milestone in its programme to standardise the interiors of aircraft previously operated by Swoop and Sunwing.
The completed refurbishment programme introduces a more consistent onboard experience across WestJet’s narrowbody fleet, with upgrades spanning the Premium, Extended Comfort and Economy cabins.
The refreshed interiors feature fast, free WestJet Wi-Fi presented by TELUS, four-way adjustable headrests, dedicated seatback holders for passengers’ smartphones and tablets, modernised charging ports and coat hooks.
The aircraft have also been equipped with upgraded Premium seating and expanded Extended Comfort cabins, providing additional choice for passengers while bringing the interiors of the former all-economy aircraft in line with WestJet’s broader cabin product.
“Unifying our narrowbody fleet is an important step in delivering the reliable and welcoming experience our guests and WestJetters expect from us,” said Samantha Taylor, Group Executive Vice-President and Chief Experience Officer, WestJet. “This milestone creates a stronger foundation for our teams to focus on delivering exceptional service and a seamless travel experience for our guests.”
Further narrowbody cabin upgrades planned
With the transformation of the former Swoop and Sunwing aircraft now complete, WestJet is turning its attention to its legacy narrowbody fleet. The airline plans to begin refurbishing these aircraft in September, incorporating the enhanced amenities and expanded Extended Comfort cabins introduced on its recently reconfigured aircraft.
The programme is expected to continue through the end of 2027, with approximately 14 Boeing 737-800 aircraft scheduled for refurbishment during 2026.
The work will further standardise the passenger experience across WestJet’s narrowbody fleet while introducing updated cabin features to aircraft that have not yet undergone the latest interior enhancements.
Boeing 737 seat retrofit completed early
WestJet has also completed a separate seat-density retrofit programme on its Boeing 737 fleet ahead of schedule.
The project restored aircraft that had temporarily operated with 180 seats to a 174-seat configuration, reinstating additional legroom for passengers.
Originally scheduled for completion in the autumn, the programme was completed by mid-June. All aircraft affected by the temporary 180-seat configuration have now returned to service with 174 seats, refreshed interiors and enhanced onboard amenities, including WestJet Wi-Fi presented by TELUS.
The completion of the programme forms part of WestJet’s broader effort to modernise its narrowbody interiors and create greater consistency across its fleet following the integration of aircraft previously operated by Swoop and Sunwing.
Exterior fleet transformation
Alongside its cabin refurbishment activities, WestJet is also progressing a programme to update the exteriors of its narrowbody aircraft. The airline expects all WestJet aircraft to feature its teal and navy livery by the end of 2026, completing another stage of the fleet-wide integration and visual transformation.
WestJet currently operates a fleet of nearly 200 aircraft and serves more than 275 destinations, with the airline continuing to invest in cabin upgrades and fleet standardisation as part of its wider growth strategy.
For the aircraft interiors and MRO sectors, the programme highlights the scale of cabin modification work required when integrating aircraft from different operating entities, while also demonstrating the role of seat reconfiguration, connectivity, passenger technology and cabin product standardisation in fleet modernisation.
