All WestJet and Swoop aircraft could be grounded as of Friday morning.
CANADA - It looks like all WestJet and Swoop aircraft could be grounded before the long weekend.
The Air Line Pilots Association, which represents 1,600 flight crew at WestJet and Swoop, has issued a 72-hour strike notice. It says the lawful job action will begin early Friday morning and "could include grounding all aircraft and effectively shutting down operations."
The union has been fighting for job protection, pay, and scheduling during contract negotiations.
The WestJet group has issued a lockout notice in response to the strike notice.
Today the WestJet Pilots MEC issued a 72 hours strike notice. If no progress is made, we could withdraw our services at 0300 MT May 19th, 2023. Our negotiating committee remains available 24/7 to reach a deal.#showusafuture #weareready #willstrikeifprovoked #countdown pic.twitter.com/usKJVss491
— WestJet ALPA Pilots (@WestJetALPA) May 16, 2023
In response to their notice of strike issued by WestJet and Swoop pilots represented by ALPA, the @WestJet Group has issued a lockout notice. Learn more: https://t.co/QtfBMkIHMU
— WestJet News (@WestJetNews) May 16, 2023
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