WestJet Pilot Strike

• WestJet pilots’ expectations ‘fairly high,’ CEO says as strike deadline nears

  Alexis von Hoensbroech called WestJet's most recent offer to the strike-poised pilots' union 'very reasonable but also very generous,' but said the two sides remain very far apart.

  Canada

  May 17, 2023
  
• Did WestJet pilots reject $300K+ salaries? Union says figures ‘cherry-picked’

  Global News obtained a memo sent by WestJet's vice-president of flight operations hours after the Air Line Pilots Association issued a 72-hour strike notice Monday evening.

  Canada

  May 16, 2023
  
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• WestJet strike: Why you may want to think twice before changing a flight

  Air Passenger Rights president Gabor Lukacs urges people to not 'be a pushover' and know their rights before accepting offers WestJet is providing as a pilots strike looms.

  Canada

  May 16, 2023
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• WestJet pilots issue 72-hour strike notice after failing to reach deal, airline announces lockout

  The pilots' union said in a statement it was poised to issue the notice over the weekend but delayed doing so to allow negotiations to continue.

  Canada

  May 15, 2023
• After chaotic 2022, how is Canada’s air travel sector shaping up for summer?

  Travellers might have a smoother ride this time around as Canadian airlines and airports roll out a series of measures. Here is what to expect when flying this summer.

  Canada

  May 13, 2023
• WestJet pilots strike looms: What to know if you’ve got a flight booked

  WestJet pilots could be on strike next week as they lobby the airline for improved pay and working conditions. Here's what that could mean for passengers with upcoming flights.

  Money

  May 12, 2023
• Flair Air, which offered to help displaced WestJet passengers, is also in labour talks

  Pilots at Flair have also voted in favour of job action, although negotiations are ongoing.

  Money

  May 23, 2018
• WestJet profitability streak threatened by possible pilot strike

  WestJet earned $37.2 million or 32 cents per diluted share in its latest quarter, down from a profit of $46.7 million or 40 cents per diluted share a year ago.

  Economy

  May 8, 2018