WestJet Resumes Flights After Labour Deal
August 05, 2026
WestJet is restoring services after reaching a tentative agreement with the union representing its flight attendants.
The deal ended a strike and company lockout that began on 2 August, grounding WestJet’s Boeing 737 and 787 fleets.
Cabin crew have returned to work and will vote on ratifying the agreement, which improves conditions for additional duties.
WestJet Encore and codeshare-partner flights continued operating throughout the disruption.
Cathay Profit Rises Despite Sharp Fuel-Cost Increase
August 05, 2026
Cathay Group’s first-half operating profit rose 27% to HK$7.5 billion, while revenue increased 25% to HK$68 billion.
Net profit climbed 71% to HK$6.2 billion, partly supported by non-recurring gains related to its reduced Air China holding.
Cathay Pacific carried 16 million passengers, with passenger revenue rising 26.3% and load factor reaching 87.5%.
Despite fuel costs surging 58.4%, the group remains cautiously optimistic amid strong summer demand.
United Airlines Secures $750 Million Aircraft Financing
August 04, 2026
United Airlines has completed a new $750 million aircraft-secured financing arranged and underwritten by NatWest. The funding will support the carrier’s fleet investment programme and wider capital-management objectives, although the aircraft types involved were not disclosed.