Event Brief
WestJet grounds some aircraft amid possible strike
Filed: Jul 31, 2026 at 11:12 PM ET
Summary: WestJet began grounding some aircraft to avoid stranding passengers and planes if a strike occurs.
WHO: WestJet
WHAT: Grounded some aircraft in preparation for a possible disruption from a potential strike
WHEN: Jul 31, 2026 at 8:34 PM ET
WHERE: Kelowna, Canada
WHY: To avoid stranding additional passengers and planes if a possible WestJet strike disrupts service
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