Reuters
• Gursimran Kaur
Reuters reports: WestJet said on Wednesday it has started cancelling and consolidating flights as it prepares for a strike by its aircraft maintenance engineers and other technical operations employees.
Around 670 WestJet aircraft maintenance engineers are set to strike Thursday night after negotiations broke down this week.
The WestJet Group will integrate two leased Boeing 737 MAX 8 jets in 2024, sourced from Aviation Capital Group and High Ridge Aviation, enhancing its capacity and fleet modernization.
WestJet Encore pilots have ratified a new five-year contract with WestJet Group, securing wage increases and more flexible schedules, and averting a potential strike.
WestJet Airlines Ltd. is a Canadian low-cost carrier headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, near Calgary International Airport.
WestJet has proactively canceled 40 flights, affecting 6,500 customers, as its aircraft maintenance engineers and technical operations employees plan to strike starting Thursday evening. This preemptive action aims to minimize disruptions and ensure no aircraft are abandoned in remote locations.
Around 670 WestJet aircraft maintenance engineers are set to strike Thursday night after negotiations broke down this week.
The WestJet Group will integrate two leased Boeing 737 MAX 8 jets in 2024, sourced from Aviation Capital Group and High Ridge Aviation, enhancing its capacity and fleet modernization.
WestJet Encore pilots have ratified a new five-year contract with WestJet Group, securing wage increases and more flexible schedules, and averting a potential strike.
Starting Summer 2025, Virgin Atlantic will offer a new non-stop flight to Toronto and extend its codeshare with WestJet, enhancing global connectivity for Canadian passengers.
WestJet has sparked controversy with the introduction of its 'no frills' ticket options, offering a more budget-conscious option at the expense of traditional amenities.
WestJet will expand its fleet with three additional Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft leased from BOC Aviation Limited, expected to support capacity growth plans in 2024.
A British Columbia traveller will be compensated $1,300 by WestJet after missing a flight connection, following a decision by the province's small claims tribunal.
WestJet Encore pilots will vote on a new tentative deal following two weeks of negotiations, avoiding a potential pilot strike.
The agreement, valid from July 1, 2023, to December 31, 2028, marks a significant milestone for WestJet Group's load controllers.
Pilots at WestJet's regional carrier could initiate a work stoppage this weekend unless an agreement is reached with management and the government.
WestJet Airlines will soon offer a less expensive fare category tailored for passengers who choose to travel without a carry-on bag. This strategic move aims to cater to budget-conscious travelers while optimizing cabin space.
WestJet's Alexis von Hoensbroech demands a federal review of Canada's aviation funding, citing high costs of fees and surcharges impacting airlines and passengers.
WestJet Group has announced a delay of at least six months in finalizing its integration of Sunwing Airlines' Boeing 737 fleet, extending the timeline for merging operations.
WestJet has inaugurated its first non-stop flight from Calgary to Seoul, marking the airline's long-haul network expansion from its global hub.
WestJet inaugurated its exclusive service from Calgary to Reykjavik, Iceland this week, enhancing connectivity between the two cities.
Canadian airlines WestJet Encore and Air Transat are encountering difficulties in negotiations with their pilots and flight dispatchers, underscoring labor tensions in the industry.
Introducing year-round Tokyo service and expanded leisure destinations, WestJet's winter schedule elevates Calgary's position in international connectivity.
Amidst the folding of Lynx and the merger of Swoop into WestJet, Flair Airlines remains Canada's sole contender in the ultra-low cost airline sector.
Over half of WestJet Encore pilots voted against a tentative agreement, signaling ongoing labor disputes within the airline.
WestJet may commence lockout proceedings as negotiations with the Aircraft Mechanics Fraternal Association stall, raising potential disruptions.
New sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) supply agreements have been cemented by Boeing with WestJet in Canada and Air New Zealand for Los Angeles operations.
Celebrating a successful year in the air freight sector, WestJet Cargo's operation of its converted B737-8F fleet showcases significant progress.
At the first annual chamber event in Edmonton, WestJet CEO Alexis von Hoensbroech presented a growth strategy emphasizing the airline's commitment to Edmonton and Alberta, enhancing route networks and PaxEx.
As of May 17, 2024, the enhanced codeshare agreement between WestJet and Korean Air will provide passengers access to a new Calgary-Seoul route and six new destinations across Asia, directly connecting from Incheon International Airport.
Marking a sustainable milestone, WestJet has become the first airline in Canada to procure and utilize sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) supplied by Shell Aviation, initiating a significant shift towards greener aviation practices.
Air Canada and WestJet are revising their in-flight menu offerings due to a strike involving over 800 food and beverage workers at Toronto Pearson International Airport.
WestJet Encore pilots have reached a tentative agreement with the regional airline, potentially aligning pilot wages with industry standards and averting a looming strike.
Beginning June 20, WestJet's new service will offer direct flights between Fredericton and Calgary, enhancing economic and tourism ties in Atlantic Canada post-2022 hiatus.
Following a near halt in contract negotiations, WestJet Encore pilots signal readiness to strike, with a remarkable 97% voting in favor, threatening operations from April 17.