This translation has been automatically generated and has not been verified for accuracy.WestJet Airlines is set to slash its international seat capacity by 60 per cent and cut domestic flights by at least 40 per cent amid government actions to limit travel to contain the global COVID-19 pandemic.
“We continue to see a significant reduction in demand and are evaluating all available measure to secure the financial viability of our airline,” Canada’s second-largest airline said late Saturday.WestJet did not confirm news reports that half of WestJet’s flight attendants will be laid off, but said that is one of the scenarios being considered. “Unfortunately, we … have no alternative but to reduce the number of employees.
Marc Garneau, Transport Minister, said on Friday Canada will restrict incoming international flights to a yet-to-be determined list of Canadian airports. The move could make returning home tougher for Canadians but is intended to allow the government to better screen people for COVID-19 exposure.
globebusiness And when is that starting?
globebusiness If it can spread in a cruise ship, it can spread in a plane. No brainer here.
globebusiness Good stuff....
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