WestJet Cancels More Flights Due to Strike, Says Disruption Till July 2 Affects Over 49,000 Travellers

Published on June 30, 2024

WestJet says the ongoing strike by the mechanics union is forcing it to cancel more flights, which will disrupt the travel plans of more than 49,000 passengers over this Canada Day long weekend. In a news release issued late Saturday night, June 29, the Calgary-based airline says the Aircraft Mechanics Fraternal Association (AMFA) was continuing to strike, leaving it no choice but to proceed with further cancellations across its network that will extend to July 2. “Every flight cancellation we are forced to issue represents hundreds of guests, who are being impacted by the continued reckless actions of this union,” said Diederik Pen, president of WestJet Airlines and chief operating officer of Westjet Group. “In the face of immense adversity, our teams are working hard and delivering a safe and controlled operation.”...

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