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WestJet and its flight attendants have narrowly averted chaos, reaching a tentative deal that ends a strike grounding hundreds of flights and disrupting thousands of travelers over the long weekend. The core dispute centered on unpaid pre-flight duties, with the union demanding fair compensation for critical work performed before takeoff. The new agreement, if ratified, will overhaul the credit hour system to better reflect cabin crew responsibilities — echoing similar battles at Air Canada last summer. WestJet’s CEO praised the breakthrough and apologized for the travel mess, while flight attendants return to work as ratification votes loom. The deal promises broader pay increases and greater recognition for the vital roles these crews play behind every safe, smooth flight.

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