The Air Line Pilots Association has filed a petition in Federal Court to invalidate the federal government’s approval of temporary work permits for foreign pilots at WestJet Encore. The airline sought around 60 permits for pilots from India and South Africa, which the pilot union claims was done without their consultation. Union head Tim Perry expressed fears over safety and potential wage impacts. WestJet maintains that no foreign workers have been hired yet, pending government assessment of their need.
The union representing WestJet pilots argues that the introduction of temporary foreign workers in the cockpit could threaten aviation safety and undermine labor progress.
WestJet stated that no foreign pilots have yet been brought on board while the government evaluates the necessity for temporary foreign workers.
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