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AIR TRANSAT PILOTS

FOR A MODERN CONTRACT

The Air Transat Master Executive Council (MEC), of the Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l (ALPA), represents more than 700 Air Transat pilots. The pilot group is now negotiating a new contract.  

Air Transat Pilots

The current contract, which dates back from 2015, has been extended three times to help the company during the Air Canada buying offer, COVID, and the operations’ restart after COVID. 

In return, it is now time for the company to recognize the efforts the pilot group has put all those years to bring us forward with an industry standard contract.

NOTICE OF DISPUTE STRIKE AUTHORIZATION BALLOT
December 9, 2025

Air Transat Pilot Leaders Approve Tentative Agreement for Pilot Ratification Vote

Following more than 11 months of intensive negotiations, the agreement delivers a modern contract that recognizes the professional contributions of Air Transat pilots.

December 7, 2025

Air Transat Pilots Poised to Strike, Issue 72-Hour Notice

In a notice to airline management, required under the Canada Labour Code, ALPA issued a 72-hour strike notice, which could begin as early as 3:00 a.m. ET on Wednesday, December 10.

September 15, 2025

Air Transat Pilots File Notice of Dispute with Federal Government Following Stalled Negotiations

TSC has filed a Notice of Dispute with the Federal Minister of Labour and the Federal Mediation Service of Canada.

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Air Transat Pilots Vote Overwhelmingly to Authorize Strike

Of the 98 percent of eligible pilots who could vote, 99 percent voted in favour of a strike, if necessary. This result provides the Air Transat Master Executive Council (MEC) with the authority to declare a strike when legally permitted, which could be as early as the morning of December 10.

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98% of eligible pilots
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99% were in favour
of a strike

COUNTDOWN TO THE EARLIEST DATE FOR A STRIKE OR LOCKOUT

Time since the last work agreement was enacted

MAY 1, 2015

10y 233d 14h 53m 47s

LATEST INFORMATION

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OUR MISSION

ENSURING AIR TRANSAT IS A CAREER DESTINATION

Air Transat Pilots are the driving force behind every safe, reliable, and enjoyable journey. As we navigate contract negotiations with our management, our mission remains clear: we are committed to advocating for a better future for our pilots and passengers alike. 

With a focus on fair compensation, job security, and improved working conditions, we stand united in our belief that our pilots deserve a contract that reflects their dedication and contributions to the airline, thus making Air Transat a career destination.

ABOUT THE MASTER EXECUTIVE COUNCIL

THE EXODUS

Air Transat is facing an alarming rate of pilot attrition, with junior First Officers and experienced aviators leaving the airline for better opportunities elsewhere. The reasons are clear: poor job security, and compensation packages that fail to match industry standards.

Since June 2021, Air Transat hired 299 pilots and 180 left the carrier.

This exodus not only strains the remaining pilots but also threatens the airline’s ability to maintain operational efficiency and safety standards. Air Transat must address these issues immediately to stem the loss of talent and restore confidence among its pilot group. As of September 2025, Air Transat has 741 pilots.


The Exodus: 180 Pilots Left Air Transat

OBJECTIVES

FAIR COMPENSATION
JOB SECURITY
IMPROVED WORKING CONDITIONS

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CONTACT US

Air Transat Master Executive Council
7575 Trans Canada Route, Suite #510
Saint-Laurent, QC H4T 1V6, Canada

  514-332-4716
  TSCMEC@alpa.org



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