At least 18 carriers are asking the federal government to extend their pilots' maximum flight duty period by an hour a day, saying the current rules prevent them from managing the frequent delays that disrupt air travel in the North.
Smaller airlines ask Transport Canada for pilots' shifts to last up to 14 hours
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CBC - BusinessBy Daniel Leblanc
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
At least 18 carriers are asking the federal government to extend their pilots' maximum flight duty period by an hour a day, saying the current rules prevent them from managing the frequent delays that disrupt air travel in the North.
Key Takeaways
- Smaller airlines ask Transport Canada for pilots' shifts to last up to 14 hours.
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