Passenger Rights Overhaul Will Barely Dent Bottom Line; Air Canada Says

Air Canada expects minimal financial impact from Canada's passenger rights overhaul, with the full effects yet to be determined in the coming year, reports CityNews.

The airline anticipates that the regulatory changes will incrementally increase costs rather than causing substantial financial losses. These changes aim to close loopholes that airlines have used to deny compensation for flight delays or cancellations due to safety concerns and increase penalties for airline violations.

While industry concerns persist about potential cost hikes, Air Canada remains watchful and is preparing for pilot wage increases as well as changes to passenger protection legislation.

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