Shortly after takeoff on Wednesday night, the Paris-bound flight experienced an engine issue, necessitating an immediate return to Pearson Airport. Upon landing, the aircraft was inspected by airport response vehicles and taxied to the gate independently.
Incident Overview:
- Flight Details: Air Canada flight AC872, en route from Toronto Pearson International Airport to Paris CDG.
- Aircraft: Boeing 777-300ER registered C-FIUV, carrying 389 passengers.
- Timeline:
- Departed gate at 20:46.
- Returned and landed safely at 21:50.
Response and Passenger Accommodation:
- Inspection: The aircraft was taken out of service for further evaluation by Air Canada’s maintenance and engineering teams.
- Passenger re-accommodation: Passengers were scheduled to depart later that night on another aircraft, a Boeing 777-300ER registered C-FIVQ that took off 5 hours behind schedule.
Safety and Communication:
- Safety Measures: The flight landed safely and was met by the airport fire department as a precaution.
- Air Canada’s Statement: The airline confirmed the incident and the safety measures taken, ensuring passengers were promptly accommodated.
This prompt and effective handling of the situation highlights Air Canada’s commitment to passenger safety and operational efficiency.
