WestJet Cancels 76 Flights Ahead of Potential August 2 Flight Attendant Strike
WestJet cancelled 76 flights as a potential strike by CUPE Local 8125 begins August 2, 2026. Flexible travel policies are in effect from July 30 to August 4.
WestJet Cancels 76 Flights Amid CUPE 8125 Strike and Lockout Notices
WestJet cancelled 76 flights July 30, 2026, after flight attendants' union CUPE Local 8125 issued a strike notice. Potential work stoppage could start August 2.
WestJet Cancels 76 Flights Before Possible August 2 Flight Attendant Strike
WestJet cancelled 76 flights ahead of a possible strike by flight attendants set to begin August 2. CUPE Local 8125 issued a strike notice following contract talks over unpaid ground work.
WestJet Cancels 76 Flights Ahead of Potential August 2 Flight Attendant Strike
WestJet canceled 76 flights following a 72-hour strike notice from flight attendants’ union CUPE Local 8125, with a potential strike starting August 2, 2026. WestJet issued a matching lockout notice as negotiations over unpaid ground work stalled ahead of the Civic Holiday weekend.
England Rail Routes Introduce Speed Restrictions and Timetable Changes from August 2026
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Via Rail Announces $1.9B Locomotive Replacement and New Montreal Facility
Via Rail will replace 45 aging locomotives and build a new Montreal facility with $1.9 billion federal funding. The new hybrid fleet aims to boost reliability and create 1,200 jobs.
West Midlands Railway Strike Over Rest Day Pay Suspended After Talks
Strike action by TSSA members on West Midlands Railway scheduled for 29 and 30 July 2026 was suspended after talks. Earlier strikes affected services on 11 and 12 July.
WestJet Cancels 76 Flights Before Potential Strike Starting August 2, 2026
WestJet has cancelled 76 flights as CUPE Local 8125 issues a strike notice with potential work stoppage from August 2, 2026. The union represents 4,400 cabin crew contesting unpaid ground work compensation.
SunExpress to Begin Direct Flights Between Almaty and Izmir in July 2026
SunExpress will begin operating direct flights between Almaty, Kazakhstan, and Izmir, Turkey, starting July 31, 2026. Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Transport announced the route aims to boost trade and cultural ties.
United Airlines Adds Nonstop Houston and Washington Dulles Flights to Cartagena
United Airlines will launch year-round nonstop flights from Houston and Washington Dulles to Cartagena, Colombia starting December 17, 2026. The airline will operate four weekly flights per route using Boeing 737 aircraft with modern amenities.
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