Pilots at Air Transat have officially approved a new five-year employment agreement with the airline. The agreement, which was initially reached in December, averted a potential strike just before the busy holiday travel season.
According to the Air Line Pilots Association (ALPA), representing Air Transat’s pilots, 98% of pilots participated in the vote, with 91% voting in favor of the deal. The contract, effective from May 1, 2025, to April 30, 2030, has been ratified by both the pilots and the airline.
Captain Bradley Small, chair of the Air Transat ALPA master executive council, expressed satisfaction with the agreement, emphasizing the pilots’ role in the airline’s success. Air Transat’s president and CEO, Annick Guérard, highlighted the agreement’s recognition of pilots’ contributions and improvements in efficiency and productivity.
ALPA aimed to enhance pilots’ wages, job security, and quality of life, aligning with recent gains made by pilots at other Canadian airlines. The new terms were designed to meet the current professional standards and are consistent with agreements signed by other ALPA-represented pilot groups.
In anticipation of a potential strike, Air Transat had preemptively canceled some flights, causing disruptions for some travelers. However, operations swiftly resumed once the strike was averted, ensuring minimal impact on passengers.