1 week ago Air Canada flight to Toronto diverted to Des Moines after smoke smell detected

Air Canada Rouge Flight 1702 landed in Iowa as a precautionary measure after an acrid odour was noticed in the flight deck, Air Canada said

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1 week ago Air Canada flight to Toronto makes emergency landing after reports of smoke on board

Nearly 200 people flying from sunny Las Vegas to a still-frigid Toronto were jolted back to reality with a little more than your average post-trip blues this week when their plane had to make an emergency landing before even making it back into Canada.Air Canada Rouge Flight 1702 departed as usual from the U.S. party city shortly after 11 a.m. PDT on Wednesday, but did not make its scheduled 6:30 p.m. EDT arrival at Toronto Pearson International Airport due to a worrying smell of smoke in the cockpit.Out of an abundance of caution, pilots diverted to Iowa — perhaps the biggest contrast possible after the hustle and bustle of Vegas — landing safely at Des Moines International Airport at 4:10 p.m. local time.After the A321 aircraft was inspected on the ground (as is standard procedure), it was allowed to proceed to a gate, where passengers deplaned, only to face delays of more than eight hours until they could board a subst...

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2 w. ago Toronto has a new wine and chocolate tasting event but it's in a helicopter

If you're ready to take your love for chocolate to new heights, you'll be pleased to hear that Toronto has an experience designed just for adventure seekers with a sweet tooth. The Grand Chocolate Flight is a one-of-a-kind experience that combines a private chocolate tasting with a helicopter flight around Toronto. The one-hour guided tasting is led by a chocolate expert on board, who will teach you how the treats are made. Throughout the 15-kilometre helicopter flight (which takes anywhere from six to eight minutes), you can expect to savour raw cacao, as well as a curated selection of local artisan chocolates. You'll also be able to enjoy a bottle of Canadian sparkling wine and learn more about how to pair chocolates with different wines. After the ride, each guest is offered a chocolate tasting kit, a bottle of sparkling wine, as well as a commemorative digital photo next to the helicopter.  Each chocolate tasting kit contains three dark chocolate ba...

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2 w. ago Flight with 133 passengers reports 'locked' flaps on approach to Toronto airport

In a tense but professionally handled situation, an Air Canada Rouge flight carrying 133 passengers was forced to abort its final approach to Toronto Pearson International Airport on March 26 due to a reported flap issue.The Airbus A319, operating as flight ROU1771 / RV1771 from Bahias de Huatulco International Airport in Mexico, encountered a mechanical issue as it neared its final destination, which prompted quick decision-making from the cockpit.As the aircraft approached the airport, the flight crew informed air traffic control of a flap issue. A reconstruction of the events was detailed in a video on the aviation YouTube channel, You can see ATC."We're gonna need to go around and get some vectors. We just got a flap issue here," the pilot says. However, just a few minutes later, the pilot declared PAN-PAN — a term used in radiotelephone communications to signify that there is an urgency on board a boat, ship, aircraft, or other vehicle. The term is most often us...

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3 w. ago Billionaire tycoon personally launches new Toronto flight to European capital

Travelling across the pond is going to be even easier for Toronto residents this summer, as a new direct flight service between Pearson Airport and the country known for its bangers and mash, Sunday roast, and fish and chips has officially launched. After pausing its service between the two cities for over a decade, Virgin Atlantic has launched a brand-new direct route between London Heathrow and Toronto Pearson Airport. Known for its mild and pleasant summers, London draws over 20 million visitors from all over the world every year, thanks to its plethora of attractions, such as the Tower of London, Buckingham Palace, and Hyde Park, as well as its renowned museums and lively pubs. This past Sunday, the airline officially launched its daily flights between Toronto and London, and on board one of the first flights at Pearson Airport was Virgin Group founder and billionaire Sir Richard Branson, who has a reported net worth of $2.8 billion (USD).   &n...

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3 w. ago Air Transat launches petition to change Atlantic Ocean's name to 'Canadien Ocean'

According to Montreal-based airline Air Transat, the Atlantic Ocean is no more. Instead, the airline is pushing for a brand-new, proudly rebranded Canadien Ocean through a recent petition.The big official announcement was first made by a flight attendant aboard yesterday's Flight TS2O7 from Manchester, UK to Toronto with Air Transat promising to roll out the change on all upcoming flights crossing the ocean.In addition, a Change.org petition is currently circulating to make the proposed name more permanent. The motivation behind Air Transat's change encourages Canadians to Fly Canadien with a nationwide rallying call, inaugural flight memorabilia, and exciting urban activations.Passengers on board flight TS2O7 were treated to commemorative certificates after the official in-flight announcement, marking the historic moment."We've been flying the Montréal way for 37 years — bold, full of joie de vivre, and just a little cheeky," said Xavier Szwengler, vice presi...

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3 w. ago Taiwan is the Instagrammable country that Toronto travellers will fall in love with

When my boyfriend pitched a trip to Taiwan for our vacation, it wasn’t a location I had thought about as one of my top destinations — especially with the 13-hour flight from Toronto.But, after experiencing it for myself, I can confidently say that Taiwan is definitely a must-visit travel destination and a place I only want to explore further now.Billed as a "Wave of Wonder," Taiwan is a beautiful place filled with rich culture, diverse locales, incredible food, and unique experiences you won’t find anywhere else.With so many Waves of Taiwan to discover, check out some Taiwan destinations that'll have all your Instagram followers envious below.Experience urban eleganceTaipei, Taiwan's capital city, is an obvious stop on your Taiwanese adventure, as it's the metropolitan hub that encompasses all Taiwan has to offer.Taipei 101 is basically the city's CN Tower — a towering landmark where you can get a 360 view of the city and a ...

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