Air Canada passengers raising concerns as potential pilot strike looms [Video]

There is a growing concern among travellers, as a potential Air Canada pilot strike looms.

Passengers are anxious about what the strike could mean for their travel plans. Jocelyne Lefebvre and JP Rivet are flying to Mexico for a weeklong vacation.

“We found out that our travel insurance didn’t cover strikes. They don’t. They don’t apply during strikes,” said Lefebvre.

But with the possibility of a strike in the near future, they have a backup plan.

“We bought an extra ticket for Air Transat to come back, just in case they don’t,” said Rivet.

The couple spent $500 to secure seats on another airline, money they are willing to lose if a strike never happens.

But not all travellers have a second option, like Bev Rinne, who is flying to Ireland.

“Yes, and I’m hoping I’m not,” she said about her concern over being stranded. “Because it means my husband …