Travel disrupted as Air Canada flight attendant strike continues

Strike Overview - Air Canada flight attendants initiated a strike, disrupting air travel [1] - Over 10,000 cabin crew members walked off the job [2] - The strike was deemed illegal by Canada's labor board, but the union defied the order [3][4] Key Issues - The main point of contention is flight attendants being paid only while the plane is moving [3] - The union demands full and fair compensation for all hours worked [3] Impact on Passengers - Hundreds of thousands of travelers faced disruptions [1][2] - Passengers experienced cancellations and difficulty rebooking flights [6] - Alternative flights were significantly more expensive [6] Air Canada's Response - Air Canada aimed to restart operations of approximately 700 daily flights [5] - The airline offered impacted customers refunds, credits, or rebooking options [5] - The CEO expressed amazement at the union's decision to defy the labor board's order [5]