WestJet cancels flights after mechanics strike

By Associated Press

Jul 01, 2024 12:07 am

TORONTO — Canada's second largest airline, WestJet, said it canceled 407 flights affecting 49,000 passengers after the maintenance workers union announced it went on strike.

The Aircraft Mechanics Fraternal Association said its members started to strike Friday (Saturday) evening because the airline's 'unwillingness to negotiate with the union' made it inevitable.

A WestJet airplane takes off in Calgary, Alberta, on Jan. 21, 2024. AP PHOTO

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