New ultra low cost carrier, Lynx Air, will launch from Calgary

CALGARY – Canada is getting a new airline.

Startup carrier Lynx Air says it will launch a new service from its headquarters in Calgary.

Lynx Air will be an ultra-low-cost carrier, offering stripped-down fares to budget-conscious travellers.

The airline has named Merren McArthur as chief executive. McArthur has served as chief executive of Tigerair Australia, Virgin Australia Regional Airlines and Virgin Australia Cargo.