WestJet's Flight Attendant Strike: A Pattern of Neglect The cancellation of over 300 flights by Canada's second largest airline, WestJet, due to a strike by its flight attendants, highlights the often overlooked issue of fair compensation for cabin crew.
The strike, which began on Sunday, has left thousands of travelers stranded in the middle of a long weekend.
At the heart of the dispute is the payment structure for duties performed by flight attendants while still on the ground.