Pilots, flight attendants and airport staff walked off the job Thursday, causing the cancellation of about 400 flights nationwide, with Lisbon—being the country’s busiest airport—bearing the bulk of the impact.

The new feature will allow travellers holding non-refundable Flair tickets to request a resale of their seat directly through the airline’s website.

The next Canadian air travel labour crisis could be driven by a small but essential group – flight dispatchers at Porter Airlines. 

The CBSA aims to curtail the movement of stolen goods, illegal guns and drugs into Canada.

The agreement will offer guests on both sides of the Atlantic access to a broader network of destinations with the ease of a single booking. 

The airline says this marks a significant step, eliminating the risk of a strike. It will be submitted to union members for ratification.

The new travel protection plan allows travellers to cancel up to 24 hours before departure and get a refund.

Air Transat announced at 1:15 p.m. on December 9 that the strike notice issued by its pilots is forcing the company to implement an action plan that includes the gradual shutdown of its operations.

“We are truly honoured to be named the World’s Leading Airline Alliance once again, especially knowing it reflects the trust of travellers and industry peers,” said Star Alliance CEO Theo Panagiotoulias.

Airlines are expected to achieve a record combined total net profit of US$41 billion in 2026, but that still won’t cover its cost of capital.