Looming WestJet Pilot Strike Part of a Broader Issue of Lack of Flight Instructors

The impending WestJet pilot strike is shedding light on a wider issue of a scarcity of skilled flight instructors within the aviation sector, BCIT News reports.

Pilot shortages have been an ongoing issue since the pandemic, with the demand for commercial pilots being much higher than the current supply. As a result, companies are struggling to hire and retain their pilots.

As Open Jaw reported, WestJet pilots are preparing for a potential strike that can begin as early as 16MAY.

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