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Frustrated customers wait hours at Halifax airport as WestJet flight cancellations continue
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3 hours ago
On one of Canada's busiest long weekends, thousands of travellers found themselves stranded due to a mechanics' strike at WestJet. The airline has cancelled at least 235 flights, affecting thousands. The situation has left passengers in limbo when it comes to their travel plans. As Zack Power reports, for some in Halifax, waiting for hours inside an airport has become their new reality.
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Frustrated customers wait hours at Halifax airport as WestJet flight cancellations continue01:48 | 3 hours ago
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Patrons of Mary’s Place rally to raise money for popular café02:11 | June 6, 2024
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Sexual assault charges against former Halifax-area teacher dismissed, peace bond signed01:31 | June 6, 2024
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Frustrated customers wait hours at Halifax airport as WestJet flight cancellations continue
Description
3 hours ago
On one of Canada's busiest long weekends, thousands of travellers found themselves stranded due to a mechanics' strike at WestJet. The airline has cancelled at least 235 flights, affecting thousands. The situation has left passengers in limbo when it comes to their travel plans. As Zack Power reports, for some in Halifax, waiting for hours inside an airport has become their new reality.
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