WestJet Cargo receives approval on behalf of Transport Canada certifying its 737-800 Boeing Converted Freighters
Approval signals bright future for WestJet Cargo and the GTA Group as dedicated freighters prepare for takeoff with first departure set for April 22, 2023 CALGARY, AB, March 20, 2023 /CNW/ – WestJet Cargo today announced that it has received Transport Canada’s approval and official certification of its four 737-800 Boeing Converted Freighters (BCF). Following certification, WestJet Cargo and […]
WestJet ALPA Pilots Announce Strike Authorization Vote During Informational Picket at Airline Headquarters
CALGARY, AB—Today, hundreds of WestJet pilots gathered in unity at WestJet Airlines headquarters for an informational picket and to announce the opening of a strike authorization vote on Monday, April 3, with results being announced on April 18. Over the past six months, pilots have grown increasingly impatient with WestJet management, who has failed to […]
WestJet pilots set to launch strike authorization vote as negotiations fizzle
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WestJet Cabin Crew to Attend Pilot Rally, Support Their Bargaining Efforts
March 31, 2023 CALGARY, Alberta–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Members of the union representing cabin crew at the WestJet group of companies will attend a rally this morning organized by WestJet pilots. The pilots, themselves represented by the Airline Pilots Association (ALPA) are protesting hard bargaining by the company. CUPE 4070 President Alia Hussain said members of her union […]
WestJet first airline in Canada to fly Aero Design Lab’s drag reduction modification kit
DALLAS, March 21, 2023 /CNW/ — Aero Design Labs (ADL) today announced the first revenue flight in Canada with its proprietary drag reduction kit installed, with a WestJet 737-700 aircraft operating from Calgary to Toronto on March 20, 2023. As part of the testing and certification process, WestJet was the first airline in the world to install […]
Aviation expert breaks down approved WestJet-Sunwing deal: What’s next?
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WestJet Cargo receives approval on behalf of Transport Canada certifying its 737-800 Boeing Converted Freighters
Approval signals bright future for WestJet Cargo and the GTA Group as dedicated freighters prepare for takeoff with first departure set for April 22, 2023 CALGARY, AB, March 20, 2023 /CNW/ – WestJet Cargo today announced that it has received Transport Canada’s approval and official certification of its four 737-800 Boeing Converted Freighters (BCF). Following certification, WestJet Cargo and […]
WestJet revitalizes commitment to Kelowna with CEO visit to region
March 17, 2023 – News Release WestJet Group Chief Executive Officer Alexis von Hoensbroech today joined Kelowna Mayor Tom Dyas and Airport Director Sam Samaddar to meet with valued partners and leaders across Kelowna’s business, travel and tourism sectors. Those gathered discussed the importance of WestJet’s investments in the region and the airline’s renewed focus […]
WestJet CEO visits YLW, commits to continued partnership between airline and airport
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With Sunwing acquisition approved, WestJet must ensure its plan will benefit workers, customers
TORONTO, March 10, 2023 /CNW/ – With the simultaneous decisions from the Competition Bureau and Transport Canada’s public interest review approving WestJet’s acquisition of Sunwing, Unifor remains steadfast that the acquisition must result in increased job quality for workers at Sunwing and WestJet. “The conditions placed on this sale do not address our very serious concerns or […]