WESTJET said on Friday that at this time, labour negotiations with the union representing their cabin crew have not resulted in an agreement and as a labour disruption approaches, it must begin the “difficult process” of parking 737 aircraft.

It said that this necessary step allows the airline to maintain operational control and protect the integrity of the broader network. Most importantly, this proactive measure minimizes the risk of stranding guests and aircraft.

“We remain active at the bargaining table to achieve a mutually agreeable deal at the earliest possible time,” it added.

WestJet Encore flights operated on a Q400, as well as codeshare flights operated by airline partners, remain unaffected.

Guests travelling are advised to check the status of their flight prior to leaving for the airport. Visit WestJet’s Travel Advisory page for all guest and travel-related questions and westjet.com/cabincrew for the latest updates on bargaining.