Massive Pilot Strike Looms in Canada Over Pay Dispute

Sunday, September 15, 2024  Read time1 min

SAEDNEWS: A group of Canadian pilots will go on a strike on Sunday to protest the payment situation.

Massive Pilot Strike Looms in Canada Over Pay Dispute

According to SAEDNEWS, Canadian pilots are gearing up for a major strike beginning this Sunday as they voice their frustrations over payment issues. A group of around 5,200 pilots has announced plans to walk off the job for three days if their salary concerns are not addressed.

These pilots are calling for better working conditions, and their strike could cause significant disruptions to Canadian flights in the coming week. Canadian Airlines has already warned that flights may be canceled during the strike, and there are concerns that all airport activities could come to a halt.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau stated on Friday that the government will not step in to resolve the disagreement between Air Canada and its pilots. Instead, he emphasized the need for both sides to work together to avoid a strike.

A stoppage could start as soon as September 18. Air Canada, along with its budget airline Air Canada Rouge, operates nearly 670 flights each day, meaning a strike could potentially affect 110,000 passengers daily and also impact cargo services.

While airline and business groups are urging the government to step in and enforce binding arbitration to prevent the strike, Trudeau has rejected this idea. He believes it is up to Air Canada and the pilots' union to find a solution that won't harm millions of Canadians who rely on air travel.

As the strike date approaches, many are watching closely to see how this situation unfolds and what it means for travelers across Canada.


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