WestJet flight attendants strike after talks collapse, flights grounded
Flight attendants at Canadian carrier WestJet walked off the job after contract talks with the airline broke down, forcing widespread flight cancellations. The strike disrupts travel plans across the airline's domestic and international network.
Contract negotiations between WestJet and the union representing its flight attendants collapsed, prompting employees to walk off the job. The airline said it has been forced to cancel a significant number of flights as a result.
The strike hit during the peak summer travel season, disrupting plans for thousands of passengers. Airports have reported long queues as travelers scramble to find alternative flights.
No new date for talks has been set between the two sides. Industry observers say the longer the dispute drags on, the greater the potential damage to the airline's reputation and revenue.
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