Air Canada Halts Cuba Flights Amid Jet Fuel Crisis and Embargo Debate
Canada’s major airlines, including Air Canada, WestJet, and Air Transat, have suspended all flights to Cuba due to a critical jet fuel shortage at the island’s airports. These airlines are arranging to bring stranded travelers home, with some flying empty planes to pick up passengers. The fuel crisis stems from a lack of oil shipments from Venezuela, exacerbated by U.S. sanctions, prompting a formal warning from Havana’s international airport that jet fuel will be unavailable. This situation has led to automatic cancellations and rebooking options for affected travelers.
John Q. Hosedrinker