WestJet Encore ALPA

Last night, a CRJ-900 operated by Jazz Aviation LP was involved in an accident with an emergency vehicle on runway 4 at LGA. Both flight crew members aboard the CRJ were fatally injured several passengers and a cabin crew member were injured, as well as firefighters operating the emergency vehicle.

Our condolences go out to our fellow aviators at Jazz, their loved ones and our colleagues at Jazz Aviation during this heartbreaking time.

The NTSB is the lead investigating agency and will provide all official updates. ALPA’s investigative team is travelling to LaGuardia today to support the NTSB investigation.

We at ALPA Canada and members of our Pilot Assistance Canada team recognize that events like this can have a significant impact on both our professional and personal well-being. For our members, please know that you are not alone. Support is available, and we strongly encourage anyone who needs it to reach out.

Again, our hearts go out to everyone affected and their loved ones during this incredibly difficult time.

Tim Perry, ALPA Canada President

Our deepest condolences go to our brothers and sisters at Jazz and to the friends and families affected by the incident on flight AC8646.

Another successful PUB Night.
A big thank you to all the pilots that were able to join us last night!

We look forward to seeing you on the next one!

Join us in welcoming our newest WestJet Encore pilots! We look forward to flying alongside you on the line. Welcome to the WestJet Encore ALPA family! ✈️🤍

Did you know?

Under Section 5-14.03/04, if a Pilot is scheduled, assigned, or awarded a final leg Deadhead that exceeds the maximum Flight Duty Period, they must be provided a premium seat and listed for upgrade to the highest available class.

If no premium or higher-class seat is available at boarding and the Pilot Deadheads in economy, they will receive a $300 stipend in lieu of the premium seat.

This does not apply when a Pilot:
• Makes a personal pairing modification
• Is Deadheading after an absence from the workplace
• Is Deadheading due to a delayed flight

If a Pilot voluntarily selects a lower-class seat, they are not eligible for the stipend.

🎿✈️ From the Flight Deck to the Ice Track!

We’re proud to spotlight Captain Heath Spence, our YYC LEC Chair, and former Olympian, who in addition to assisting our pilots at Encore, is now coaching Australia’s men’s bobsled team at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy.

As president of Bobsleigh & Skeleton Australia, Capt. Spence brings his extensive experience to lead and inspire athletes on the world stage.

Read more about his journey here:

Olympic Bobsledder Coaches Former Team Many of us will be closely watching the upcoming XXV Winter Olympic Games, cheering on U.S. and Canadian athletes as they go for gold. However, one ALPA member, Capt. Heath Spence (WestJet Encore), has reason to root for another country’s team.

Did you know?

Under 5-8.07

All required Training Events and administrative Days shall be scheduled and communicated to Pilots via the Company bidding system at least forty-eight (48) hours before the bid closes for the Monthly Scheduling Period in which the training occurs.
This allows you to bid accordingly.

Any changes made before bid close shall be uploaded to allow Pilots to modify their bids. If changes occur after bid close but before the original schedule is released, the Pilot shall be assigned Return To Duty (RTD) reserve for the affected Training Assignment or administrative Day.

Did you know?

Under 4-15.05

For training pilots. When conducting a training event, your minimum daily credit will be 5 hours.
If you complete 2 training events in a single duty period, you shall be paid, but not credited, an additional 5 hours at premium rate and an additional stipend shall apply.

Did you know?

Under 4-3.03
If a pilot is required to remain onboard the aircraft for greater than 15 minutes after the last flight. The pilot must submit the form on their EFB to request an adjustment to the Release Time for the Duty Period.
Any resulting increase in duty or TAFB will be handled as Credit Growth.

The pilot shall advise Crew Scheduling, via telephone, if the adjusted Release Time will affect the Report Time the following day.