WestJet pilots issue 72 hour strike notice

CITYnews halifax \ By jamesparacy

The union representing WestJet pilots says its roughly 1,600 members could walk off the job Friday morning if a new deal isn’t reached by their deadline.

The WestJet Air Line Pilots Association (ALPA) says its negotiating committee is available 24-7 to reach a deal.

In April, the ALPA said 93 per cent of its roughly members voted in favour of a strike, citing the need for better pay and job protection.

Over the past week, it provided steady bargaining updates on Twitter, with Monday’s update eventually announcing strike notice.

More to come.