WestJet executives and the union representing striking mechanics have announced they have reached a second tentative agreement, ending a strike that resulted in hundreds of flights being cancelled.
“As a direct result of our members’ solidarity, AMFA was able to reach a second tentative agreement providing substantial improvements over both your current terms of employment and the terms provided for in the first tentative agreement,” a statement posted on the Aircraft Mechanics Fraternal Association (AMFA) website late Sunday said.
News of the deal was also posted on the WestJet website late Sunday after executives said contract talks restarted earlier in the day. It said the AMFA agreed to withdraw strike action as of 11:30 p.m. ET. and an effort to restore the full network is underway.
“The damage to Canadians and our airline is massive, a swift resolution was necessary. We take no victory laps on this outcome but will sleep better tonight knowing further harm has been prevented,” Diederik Pen, the president of WestJet airlines, said in a statement.
More to come.
