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WestJet and flight attendants reached a tentative agreement to end a strike that caused 495 flight cancellations and stranded thousands of passengers. The deal, which requires ratification, addresses compensation for cabin crew's pre-flight duties and includes wage increases, but some travelers faced disruptions during the labor dispute.

WestJet, Canada's second largest airline, has reached a tentative agreement with flight attendants to end a strike that caused hundreds of flight cancellations and thousands of stranded passengers.

WestJet, Canada’s second largest airline, has reached a tentative agreement with flight attendants to end a strike that caused flight cancellations and stranded passengers. The dispute centered on payment for duties performed on the ground, with the union claiming some work is unpaid while the company cited a 'credit hour' system for compensation.

Canada’s second largest airline, WestJet, has reached a tentative agreement with flight attendants to end a strike. The announcement was reported by the Associated Press from New York.

WestJet will launch nonstop flights between Winnipeg (YWG) and Belize City (BZE) once weekly starting 14 December 2026. The service is part of the winter season plans confirmed by the airline on 20 July 2026.

Flight attendants at Canada's WestJet went on strike over pay disputes, leading to 495 canceled flights and affecting 250,000 travelers. The key issue involves compensation for ground duties, with WestJet proposing a 13% wage increase and other benefits, which the union rejected as insufficient.

WestJet canceled over 300 flights due to a strike by flight attendants over a pay dispute, disrupting travel in Canada during a three-day weekend.

WestJet canceled over 300 flights due to a strike by flight attendants over pay disputes, disrupting travel in Canada during a three-day weekend.

Flight attendants at Canada’s WestJet went on strike over pay disputes, particularly concerning compensation for duties performed on the ground. The Canadian Union of Public Employees represents the 4,400 cabin crew, with WestJet canceling over 300 flights. The airline claims its 'credit hour' system compensates staff, while the union argues some work remains unpaid.

Flight attendants at Canada’s WestJet went on strike over a pay dispute, leading to over 300 canceled flights. The Canadian Union of Public Employees represents 4,400 cabin crew, while WestJet claims its 'credit hour' system compensates staff for ground duties, a claim the union disputes. A similar strike occurred last summer at Air Canada.

Flight attendants with WestJet, Canada's second-largest airline, have gone on strike over pay disputes. The strike highlights ongoing labor negotiations related to compensation terms.

WestJet flight attendants in Canada have issued a 72-hour strike notice, threatening to disrupt travel during a busy August long weekend. The dispute centers on unpaid ground duties, with the union demanding fair compensation for cabin crew work. WestJet claims these duties are covered by a 'credit hour' system, and both sides are negotiating to avoid a strike.

Flight attendants at WestJet, Canada's second-largest airline, have threatened to strike during the long August weekend over unpaid work.

The union representing WestJet flight attendants has served a 72-hour strike notice. This action indicates potential labor disruptions.

The union representing 4,400 WestJet flight attendants has issued a 72-hour strike notice, potentially leading to flight disruptions. The strike could occur during a busy summer long weekend, affecting operations.

Dengue cases in Jalisco have decreased by 90% compared to last year, with public health efforts contributing to the decline. Mexico’s first openly gay mayor was killed while visiting Guadalajara. WestJet has suspended its direct flights between Guadalajara and Calgary.

WestJet is allowing passengers with bookings from July 30 to Aug. 4 to cancel or change their flights for free due to an ongoing labour dispute with flight attendants.

WestJet travelers may not be covered by travel insurance if their plans are disrupted by a strike, as policies purchased after potential strike dates are announced do not cover future work stoppages. Insurance experts warn that such policies will not provide protection in this scenario.

WestJet flight attendants have voted to strike as soon as the August long weekend if no agreement is reached. The potential strike is contingent on the absence of a deal.

WestJet flight attendants may strike on August 2 if negotiations with the airline fail to resolve. The potential strike involves over 4,400 flight attendants.

Air Canada has halted and delayed several flight routes to U.S. destinations due to high jet fuel costs and reduced demand. WestJet and Air Transat also reduced summer flight capacity to the U.S. as the Iran war drove up fuel prices.

WestJet passengers at Denver International Airport were deplaned and returned to the terminal after an aborted takeoff due to two blown tires on a flight bound for Calgary. No injuries were reported, but WestJet and the Federal Aviation Administration have not provided further details.

Passengers of a WestJet flight departing Denver International Airport were bused back to the terminal after an incident occurred just before takeoff. The incident led to the flight being unable to depart as scheduled.

Passengers of a WestJet flight departing Denver International Airport were bused back to the terminal after an 'incident' occurred just before takeoff. The incident disrupted the flight's departure, though details were not specified.