May 4, 2024
WestJet pilots issue 72-hour strike notice | CBC News

WestJet pilots issue 72-hour strike notice | CBC News

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WestJet pilots said that as of 3 a.m. ET on May 19, they plan to begin lawful job action, which could include grounding all aircraft and effectively shutting down operations. This is a breaking news story that will be updated as more details become available.

Pilots plan to begin job action on Friday

WestJet laid off thousands of employees in the early days of the pandemic, and the airline now appears understaffed as travel picks up again.
WestJet pilots issued a 72-hour strike notice to the airline and government Monday night. (Jonathan Hayward/The Canadian Press)

WestJet pilots issued a 72-hour strike notice to the airline and government at 8 p.m. Monday night. 

In a news release sent to CBC News the pilots said that as of 3 a.m. ET on May 19, they plan to begin lawful job action, which could include grounding all aircraft and effectively shutting down operations.

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