Overview
- The Air Line Pilots Association filed a 72‑hour strike notice on Sunday, allowing a walkout as early as 3 a.m. ET on Dec. 10 when the cooling‑off period ends.
- Air Transat says it will progressively cancel flights starting Dec. 8, with a full suspension by Dec. 9 unless a deal is reached, to avoid stranding passengers, crews, and aircraft.
- The airline cites a proposed five‑year agreement with a 59% salary increase and major work‑rule improvements, while the union says it is seeking a modern contract aligned with industry benchmarks.
- Pilots voted 99% in favour of strike authorization on 98% turnout, and both sides accuse the other of stalling negotiations even as talks continue in Montreal.
- Customers are being offered a flexibility policy for near‑term trips, with refunds for canceled flights and efforts to rebook within 48 hours where possible.