Air Canada to begin cancelling flights ahead of potential strike
Summary
Air Canada plans to cancel flights due to a potential strike by its flight attendants. The strike notice was issued after contract talks stalled, and the airline aims to manage flight disruptions by providing refunds and alternative travel options.Key Facts
- Air Canada's flight attendants plan to strike, and flights will start being canceled on Thursday.
- The Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) represents 10,000 Air Canada flight attendants.
- The strike is scheduled to start at 01:00 EST on Saturday.
- Flight disruptions could affect 130,000 daily passengers, including 25,000 Canadians.
- Air Canada Express flights will continue despite the strike.
- Canceled flight customers will receive refunds and alternative travel options.
- Air Canada offered a 38% increase in compensation over four years, but CUPE rejected it as insufficient.
- The airline operates in 64 countries with a fleet of 259 aircraft.
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