A looming strike by 5,200 pilots in Canada threatens to disrupt Canadian flights as they demand better salary conditions. If conditions are not met, the pilots will go on strike for 3 days starting Sunday, potentially suspending flights and shutting down airport activities.
Although the Canadian government has stated that they will not intervene in the dispute between Air Canada and its pilots, pressure is being placed on both sides to avoid a strike. Air Canada and its subsidiary operate 670 flights per day, potentially impacting 110,000 passengers daily.
Efforts to force the parties into binding arbitration have been dismissed by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, who emphasized the need for Air Canada and the pilots’ union to find a resolution without government interference.
The strike could begin as early as Sept. 18, causing disruptions for millions of Canadians. With tensions rising, the aviation industry is on edge as negotiations continue.