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WestJet makes a U-turn on tighter seats after backlash

A union official warned that the new seating plan had placed a huge burden on staff, creating a ‘hostile working environment’

The Independent UK

‘The flight attendants were so apologetic’: Woman boards WestJet plane. Now she’s calling their new seats ‘unsafe and absurd’

Airplane legroom has been getting smaller for years—but the new seats on WestJet, a Canadian low-cost carrier, have taken things to the extreme.

The Mary Sue

“You Have To Pay For The Other Leg”: Furious Passenger Shows ‘Sardine Can’ Seating In New Planes

"Dollars over passenger safety."

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6’3” Canadian passenger boards WestJet plane. Then he takes his seat—and immediately demands answers from the airline: ‘Medically this is dangerous’

WestJet has come under fire for its apparent lack of legroom in economy flight seats.

The Mary Sue

Can I get wifi in the sky? The airlines rolling out Starlink connection

Emirates, British Airways, United and Qatar will soon (or already do) offer free internet at altitude

The Independent UK

Cotswolds to Canada via Cardiff: Will new Toronto flights prove a ‘turning point’ for struggling airport?

Plane Talk: The Welsh capital wins back a scheduled transatlantic link for next summer

The Independent UK

An Airline is Charging People to Recline Their Seats – and It's Sparked a Heated Debate

Canadian airline WestJet is now charging economy passengers for the ability to recline, sparking a debate on 'recline rage' and the rise of absurd airline fees. Is this a new low for passenger comfort?

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You could soon get charged for reclining your seat on your flight with this airline

Canadian airline WestJet announced the change as part of a major cabin refresh

The Independent UK

Passengers evacuated after Boeing plane suffers ‘hard landing’

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The Independent UK

WestJet flight from Toronto makes hard landing on Caribbean island

The Boeing 737-800 aircraft’s right wing was damaged when it hit the runway

The Independent UK

These US airlines were targeted by cyber hackers this month

The FBI issued an alert that the notorious criminal cybercriminal group, Scattered Spider, was ‘expanding its targeting to include the airline sector’

The Independent UK

WestJet investigating possible cyberattack - make sure your data is safe

WestJet app and website are experiencing disruptions in a days-long attack.

TechRadar

Could WestJet Cybersecurity Incident Mean More Planes Could Go Down In The Future? Details We Know So Far

The airline said the incident, which restricted access for several internal users, has not disrupted flight operations or safety protocols.

International Business Times UK

WestJet Cancels More US Flights As Canadians Turn Their Backs On America

WestJet's cancelling flights to Orlando, Chicago, and more as Canadians avoid the US amid trade tensions. Where are they heading instead? Europe and Mexico top the list!

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“Psycho” Flight Attendant Slammed For Calling Security On Disabled Woman Who Asked For Help

"This is shocking"

The Guardian - US

As Trump ignites tariff war, a US city is embracing Canadians with all its heart

An estimated 300,000 Canadians visit Palm Springs each year and Trump’s levies threaten tourism in the region

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Canadian Travel To U.S. Declines Amid Political Tensions

Canadian travelers are avoiding U.S. vacations due to political tensions and economic concerns, impacting tourism and airline industries.

The Walrus

Why Flying Sucks So Much

Long delays, lost luggage, a byzantine complaints process that seldom delivers. But hey, good luck with that airline ticket

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Woman Shares “Most Distressing, Dehumanizing” Experience Following Feud With Flight Attendant

"The most distressing part was not being able to stop them from talking to/harassing me while the passenger who verbally accosted me was free to do as he pleased." The post Woman Shares “Most Distressing, Dehumanizing” Experience Following Feud With Flight Attendant first appeared on Bored Panda.

The Conversation

Rail shutdown: What the dispute tells us about labour relations and politics in Canada

The situation surrounding the nation-wide rail shutdown is evolving quickly as the Canadian government rushes to get workers back on the job and trains running again.

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Global Technology Outage Strands Passengers At San Francisco Airport

Kelly Skjerven faces travel disruptions at San Francisco airport due to global technology outage impacting airlines and other sectors.

The Independent UK

Canada’s second largest airline cancels hundreds of flights, stranding thousands of passengers

WestJet canceled 832 flights between last Thursday and Tuesday, over the country’s Canada Day holiday weekend

The Independent UK

WestJet strike: Thousands face disruption as deal reached

Canada’s second largest airline reached a deal with its mechanics to end a strike

Al Jazeera

Canada’s WestJet cancels most flights as mechanics strike

Plans of some 110,000 travellers upended after some 680 workers walk off the job.

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