Here’s how the Boeing 737 MAX 8 ban is impacting Canadian flights
A day after Canadian officials prohibited the aircraft from flying, WestJet said 11 of its flights were cancelled, affecting about 1,200 travellers. Continue reading
Sunwing Airlines
Sunwing investigated for delays, cancellations that left passengers stranded for hours
The Canadian Transportation Agency is looking into Sunwing Vacation’s flights, which have been subject to delays, cancellations, and lost or damaged baggage. Continue reading
Sunwing passengers still waiting for luggage
By Sean O’Shea Consumer Reporter
Five days after weather delays triggered trouble for Toronto-based Sunwing Airlines, many passengers still haven’t received their luggage. Continue reading
‘We were held hostage’: Growing concerns by Sunwing passengers over treatment on weekend
By Sean O’Shea Consumer Reporter
Dozens of Sunwing passengers contacted Global News about experiences on flights over the last four days. Sunwing said it regrets what happened to passengers. Continue reading
Sunwing passengers furious after hours on Toronto airport apron
By Sean O’Shea Consumer Reporter
The plane landed at 10:20 p.m. EDT but passengers weren’t allowed to deplane until 3:40 a.m., Sunwing confirmed. Continue reading
Quebecer wants to sue Sunwing over ‘champagne service’ that served sparkling wine
A Quebec man is trying to sue an airline after he was allegedly served sparkling wine instead of champagne on a flight. Continue reading
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Striking ground crew at Toronto Pearson airport to vote on new offer
About 700 baggage handlers, cabin cleaners, and other ground crew have been on strike since late July. Continue reading
Quebec man charged after allegedly causing disturbance on flight to Cuba
A Quebec man was charged Friday after a flight from Montreal departed to Cuba Thursday, but turned around because a passenger was making “non-specific threats.” Continue reading
Marc Garneau may impose mandatory drug and alcohol testing for pilots
Federal Transport Minister Marc Garneau said he is willing to take action to impose mandatory drug and alcohol testing for airline pilots. Continue reading
Drunk pilot who appeared to pass out in cockpit sentenced to 8 months in jail
Miroslav Gronych pleaded guilty last month to having care and control of an aircraft while he had a blood alcohol level that was three times the legal limit. Continue reading