What to know as Air Canada grounds flights and attendants strike
Summary
Air Canada has grounded flights as flight attendants began a strike due to disagreements over wages and unpaid work. The strike has caused the airline to cancel and delay numerous flights, impacting many travelers. The Canadian government is urging both parties to reach an agreement, while the airline seeks government intervention for binding arbitration.Key Facts
- Air Canada's flight attendants started a strike on Saturday after talks with the airline stalled.
- The airline has suspended its operations, affecting many flights.
- Air Canada expected to cancel around 500 flights, impacting around 100,000 passengers.
- The Canadian Union of Public Employees represents the 10,000 striking attendants.
- The airline had proposed a 38% compensation increase over four years, which the union rejected.
- Air Canada seeks binding arbitration, while the union prefers continued negotiations.
- The government has been asked to intervene, with discussions of binding arbitration possible.
- Air Canada's partial shutdown affects about 130,000 daily passengers, excluding Air Canada Express flights.
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