What would a WestJet pilot strike mean for travellers?

What would a WestJet pilot strike mean for travellers?


Consumer

A WestJet pilot strike is looming ahead of the May long weekend, as a strike of Swoop and WestJet pilots could happen as early as Tuesday. The union representing more than 1,000 WestJet pilots says the staff are underpaid and overworked, while the airline owned by private equity firm Onex claims the pilots are fairly compensated. Global’s Anne Gaviola speaks with Brett Chang for the Peak podcast on what travellers might be able to expect.