WestJet announced the positive resolution of their labor dispute with the Aircraft Mechanics Fraternal Association (AMFA) late last night. Mechanics will return to work immediately, allowing the airline to restore normal operations after a weekend of disruptions. Negotiations Resume, Agreement …

WestJet announced further flight cancellations today as the Aircraft Mechanics Fraternal Association (AMFA) strike entered its third day.

Due to the Aircraft Mechanics Fraternal Association’s (AMFA) decision to strike despite a Ministerial mandate for arbitration, WestJet has announced an additional 235 flight cancellations.

WestJet today presented its case before the Canadian Industrial Relations Board (CIRB) regarding the airline’s call for arbitration in its negotiations with the Aircraft Maintenance Engineers and Tech Ops employees. The CIRB stated that it needs more time and detailed submissions from both parties before deciding whether the first collective agreement should be settled through arbitration.

Alaska Airlines’ techs & support staff, under AMFA, ratify a new 5-year deal with pay hikes, retirement boosts, & life quality improvements.