Innovation,
Built-in.

  • By flying where no one can through innovation adapted to northern realities
  • Banquise
    By operating in some of the most challenging flight environments
  • By being a vital link to Nunavik’s 14 coastal communities

Here, doing things differently is just called getting things done.

a safe place for challenges

As true northerners do, we have become uniquely skilled at meeting the conditions of the Arctic.
This shows in our culture as much as in our equipment, which we modify to meet the needs of the communities we serve and maintain operational efficiency in challenging terrains. 

  • 01

    Equipping the Dash-8 with large freight doors for better cargo operations

    Teaming up with engineering firm Rockwell Collins, Air Inuit spent three years planning a retrofit of its Dash-8 planes with unique, large freight doors to transport larger cargo. These modifications made crucial large items like ATVs and snowmobiles more accessible to Northerners and allowed whole pallets of fragile items like fruits and vegetables to be easily loaded without extra handling. 

    This streamlined operations, protected staff from injury, maintained the integrity of the aircraft and expanded possibilities for northern commerce and transport.

  • 02

    Modernizing our fleet with new Boeing 737-800s and the first combi versions

    These planes, including two specially modified 737-800SF aircrafts for combined passenger and freight transportation, will enhance reliability, fuel efficiency and noise reduction when delivering essential goods and services to the Arctic. 

    They’ll also introduce pilots and engineers to new technologies, making them uniquely skilled experts capable of bridging the gap between cutting-edge technology and original mechanics.

  • 03

    Sacrificing seats for cargo in the Dash-8

    Although it might seem counterintuitive for an airline, Air Inuit stayed true to the needs of the communities it serves by sacrificing a few passenger seats to make space for essential cargo such as mail, milk, vaccines and medicine. 

    This modification was made on the Dash-8, which is uniquely adapted to the conditions of the Great North, along with optimizations that allow the planes to better maneuver Nunavik’s short gravel runways.

There are no
small ways to
innovate

  • 01

    Empowering Inuit Youth

    Our Sparrow program provides aviation training to Inuit youth, fostering careers in aviation and building local capacity.

  • 02

    Backing Inuit Culture

    We support community organizations and events, and even adapt the way we work to preserve and promote Inuit culture across our northern communities.

  • 03

    Supporting entrepreneurship

    Our Katutjiniq Start-up Incentive offers discounted flights and cargo rates to new business ventures and existing businesses with expansion plans in areas served by Air Inuit.

More questions about
innovation at Air Inuit?

What does the work environment look like?

Filled with challenges, dynamic, and people‑focused. On the ramp, you’ll work outdoors with variable schedules and safety at the core of every operation. In administrative roles, collaboration, rigor, and strong opportunities for growth define the day‑to‑day. And everywhere across the organization, a strong team spirit truly makes the difference.
What exciting opportunities are waiting for you?

At Air Inuit, opportunities are everywhere. Whether you're drawn to ground operations, maintenance, inflight roles, IT, or administrative positions, there’s a place for you to grow. Whether you want to build deep expertise or explore multiple areas, you’ll find an environment where learning, evolving, and moving forward are all part of the journey.